West Town Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Polish Museum of America
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Polish Museum of America during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Top hotels in West Town
STAY
This place is very quirky. Positives are the adjacent co-working space which you have access too as a guest. Negatives are one bathroom and people that spend an hour+ in it leaving everyone else hanging. Strange and unpleasant smells. Bed I had in my private room was comfortable though and that was ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
I only chose this hotel cause it was the cheapest but I definitely regret it. The staff were rude, especially security for holding luggage. The rooms are so out of date, weird curtains and bedspread, the bed is hard as a rock and the pillows too fluffy to use. I got no sleep, save yourself!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Was a really nice hotel. My only concerns was the phones in the room didn’t work. No way to call front desk, front people weren’t super helpful and there was no microwave. Rooftop bar and room were excellent
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The hotel staff is excellent! Very friendly and very helpful. The hotel is very clean and well maintained. The only issue I had was the charging ports and electrical sockets next to our bed did not work which made overnight charging of our phones and watches difficult.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
River Hotel
Good for what you pay and the location can’t be beat.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Small room but perfect for one person. Lovely modern bathroom. Good fitness room. Super friendly and helpful front desk staff
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Town
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.
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.
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
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.
Lincoln Park
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.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.
