Title: West Town Travel Guide: Best of West Town, Chicago Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in West Town](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Town-Chicago-Hotels.0-n6132439-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Activities)[West Town Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-West-Town.d6132439.Car-Hire-Guide)[West Town Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Town.d6132439.Holidays-City-Breaks) # West Town Travel Guide ## Chicago ![Chicago Skyline from the west side with the train](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132439/f88c6ed3-b251-4bec-bb60-b3e94382f91f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chicago Skyline from the west side with the train](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132439/f88c6ed3-b251-4bec-bb60-b3e94382f91f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#orbitz #chicagoskyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829/3ecc93f9-24d3-46a5-ad19-44509e77d123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Path with Yellow Flowers at the Humboldt Park Lagoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507386/55ced313-3fc9-4929-87bb-442fd1e5875b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit West Town Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Chicago travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago.dx178248) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Path with Yellow Flowers at the Humboldt Park Lagoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507386/55ced313-3fc9-4929-87bb-442fd1e5875b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Humboldt Park Humboldt Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Humboldt-Park-West-Town.d507386.Attraction) ![#orbitz #chicagoskyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829/3ecc93f9-24d3-46a5-ad19-44509e77d123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Milwaukee Avenue You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Avenue during your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Milwaukee-Avenue-Chicago.d691730435262996480.Attraction) #### The Salt Shed You can get tickets for a performance at The Salt Shed on your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Salt-Shed-Chicago.d797220453891923968.Attraction) #### Holy Innocents Church After visiting Holy Innocents Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Holy-Innocents-Church-West-Town.d553248621555594879.Attraction) #### St. John Cantius Church After visiting St. John Cantius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-John-Cantius-Church-Chicago.d553248621555594880.Attraction) #### Humboldt Park Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Humboldt Park Beach during your trip to Chicago? Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Humboldt-Park-Beach-Chicago.d553248635983994579.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4851853/9464687e-f5ac-4a15-9285-f6e26537484c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket £18 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-navy-pier-centennial-wheel-ticket.a4851853.activity-details) ![Flyover in Chicago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50023979/095bdacd-a8be-4515-aac0-469239aa8c0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flyover in Chicago £28 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flyover-in-chicago.a50023979.activity-details) ![Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/766175/932beb0e-70fe-42a4-baff-df68960da73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour £30 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wendellas-90-min-chicago-river-architecture-tour.a766175.activity-details) ![Chicago C3® : Save on admission to your choice of 3 top attractactions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46362450/da44d619-18fc-4969-97e2-f7b8d0da99b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago C3® by CityPASS® £79 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-c3-by-citypass.a46362450.activity-details) ![Color Factory Chicago Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49191714/feac7bb1-c7ea-4b19-8342-818eafa34e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Color Factory Chicago Ticket £25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/color-factory-chicago-ticket.a49191714.activity-details) ![Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4556313/67d8adf7-64e5-458d-bd4c-e2cc830c3f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise £36 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-city-minibus-tour-with-optional-architecture-cruise.a4556313.activity-details) [See all activities in Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in West Town ![Congress Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/a9ee91b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Congress Plaza Hotel 520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL £77 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (9,848 reviews) Wonderful hotel Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132439) ![Hilton Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12600/12570/274f52b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago 720 S Michigan Ave Chicago IL £141 21 Feb - 22 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,604 reviews) Great location and great hotel! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=12570&PinnedHotelID=12570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132439) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11600/11580/w3840h2859x0y0-5fc518eb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North 600 N State St Chicago IL £88 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (5,634 reviews) Great Staff Clean Hotel! The heated pool was NOT heated but overall my stay was GREAT Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132439) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21200/21152/757dbd3e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile 300 E Ohio St Chicago IL £79 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,281 reviews) Cleanliness, service Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=21152&PinnedHotelID=21152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132439) ![Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8058/ce2102d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL £169 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (2,198 reviews) Restuarant crews were fantastic; hotel location, unbeatable if overnight and early morning flight from ORd as in airport. Rooms smallish, dated but functional. $25 early check in petty, cheapened experience and bothered me. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=8058&PinnedHotelID=8058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132439) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102630000/102622800/102622712/3e21593f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago 150 East Ontario Street Chicago IL £116 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,281 reviews) Nice Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=102622712&PinnedHotelID=102622712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132439) [See all 4,963 properties in West Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6132439) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check West Town hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132439&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132439&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132439&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132439&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132439&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132439&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around West Town ![Wicker Park Historic District, a residential neighbourhood, Chicago, Illinois, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227639/a89281f3-851c-4c74-8025-215bb2cb4b7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wicker Park Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Wicker-Park.dx6227639) ![Blue Hour evening cityscape in West Loop neighborhood. Long exposure, nightscape architecture. Main street in Chicago, streets in Illinois.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634029130868/e4d15962-627f-4352-9768-bd3b891abed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Loop Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-West-Loop.dx553248634029130868) ![A view of the Chicago skyline from the rooftop of the Ace Hotel in the West Loop.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829/1a47d60f-edf5-4e44-b25c-6a3708851864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Near West Side 4.5/5(14 area reviews) Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by Credit Union 1 Arena or United Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Near-West-Side.dx6132434) ![Old Town Chicago Neighborhood entrance gate and sign](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351828/4c85d549-19ea-45b5-aa00-283c75b184b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Chicago Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Old-Town-Chicago.dx6351828) ![Chicago featuring a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059328/2fb61786-4c0f-40e8-ae4e-a0fad3f9539a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lincoln Park 5/5(5 area reviews) Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Lincoln-Park.dx6059328) ![Chicago_NearNorthSide_137043_09](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/137043/3a3332a2-a8e2-4aa9-b29a-c079a4b37d1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Near North Side 4.5/5(248 area reviews) Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city. 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