Title: Great Lakes Travel Guide: Best of Great Lakes, North America Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Great Lakes](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Lakes-Hotels.d6212870.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Great Lakes](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Lakes-Holiday-Rentals.d6212870.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Great Lakes](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Lakes.d6212870.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Great Lakes](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Lakes.d6212870.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Great Lakes Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Great-Lakes.d6212870.Car-Hire-Guide)[Great Lakes Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Lakes.d6212870.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Great Lakes Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Great Lakes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/22c7b01c6dbee662deb2ad27e7057eb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chicago which includes rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23717-Chicago.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chicago showing landscape views, skyline and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23710-Chicago.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chicago showing theatre scenes, night scenes and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23730-Chicago.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Niagara Falls showing modern architecture and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21589-Niagara-Falls.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Great Lakes Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Great Lakes ![Downtown Toronto showing heritage architecture, a city and an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148158-Downtown-Toronto.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Toronto 4/5(483 area reviews) Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like CN Tower and CF Toronto Eaton Centre, and jump on the metro at Dundas Station or Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toronto-Downtown-Toronto.dx6057934) ![Downtown Chicago featuring a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/332000/332072-Downtown-Chicago.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Chicago Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Downtown-Chicago.dx6350699) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/413000/413031-United-States-Of-America.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Detroit 4/5(9 area reviews) Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Ford Field and Campus Martius Park, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Detroit-Downtown-Detroit.dx6059250) ![Magnificent Mile - River North](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/24000/24577-Magnificent-Mile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Magnificent Mile Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.dx800025) ![The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192013-The-Loop-Downtown.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Loop 4.5/5(187 area reviews) Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-The-Loop.dx800024) ![Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49386-Ottawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Ottawa 4/5(47 area reviews) Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Downtown-Ottawa.dx6057857) - Top hotels in Great Lakes - Top Holiday Rentals in Great Lakes ![Chelsea Hotel, Toronto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28000/27994/c0edbb5d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Chelsea Hotel, Toronto 33 Gerrard St W Toronto ON £106 1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (13,324 reviews) Great location. Helpful staff Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F01%2F2026&endDate=02%2F01%2F2026&selected=27994&PinnedHotelID=27994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6212870) ![Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/463200/463153/242dc0c0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites 6361 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON £107 15 Dec - 16 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, 4 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ... 7.8/10 Good! (12,884 reviews) Deadbolt on room door didn’t seem to work properly. Love the checkin / checkout and digital room key feature Hilton app. So easy, and let us avoid a long queue. Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=463153&PinnedHotelID=463153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6212870) ![Fairmont Royal York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17300/17289/ca60300e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairmont Royal York 100 Front St West Toronto ON £185 14 Dec - 15 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Toronto. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (7,466 reviews) Appreciated the early check in. Beautifully decorated for Christmas. Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=17289&PinnedHotelID=17289&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6212870) [See all 79,159 properties in Great Lakes](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=04%2F12%2F2025&endDate=05%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6212870) 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. ![One King West Hotel & Residence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1240000/1234400/1234327/ef77db0e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### One King West Hotel & Residence 1 King Street West Toronto ON Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (11,586 reviews) Love the spacious room, the bed & bedding is so lovely and very comfortable. Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toronto-Hotels-One-King-West-Hotel-Residence.h1234327.Hotel-Information) ![Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103900000/103891600/103891582/b038c7a4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto 251 Jarvis St Toronto ON Stay at this aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions CF Toronto Eaton Centre and Scotiabank Arena are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (657 reviews) Prompt responses from staff. They came promptly when I needed to use Laundry & asked for help. The shelves in the kitchen were very high & I had no way to reach the glassware on those top shelves! Otherwise very convenient location and prompt, helpful staff. Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toronto-Hotels-Panorama-Suites-Downtown-Toronto.h103891582.Hotel-Information) ![RivetStays - The York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97060000/97052700/97052695/18a328f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RivetStays - The York 12 York St Toronto ON Stay at this aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Scotiabank Arena and CN Tower are ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (696 reviews) The apartment was clean, comfortable and had everything one could need to spend a few nights. My only criticism is the check in/check out times, which were quite restrictive. Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toronto-Hotels-RivetStays-The-York.h97052695.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Great Lakes](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6212870&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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 Great Lakes hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212870&startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04)[3 Dec - 4 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212870&startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212870&startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05)[4 Dec - 5 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212870&startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212870&startDate=05%2F12%2F2025&endDate=07%2F12%2F2025)[5 Dec - 7 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212870&startDate=05%2F12%2F2025&endDate=07%2F12%2F2025) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212870&startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025)[12 Dec - 14 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6212870&startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Wrigley Field featuring a city, a sporting event and city views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35620-Wrigley-Field.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrigley Field 4.5/5(40 reviews) Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wrigley-Field-Lakeview.d6034754.Attraction) ![Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes, signage and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23728-Magnificent-Mile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Michigan Avenue 4.5/5(14 reviews) You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Attraction) ![Cedar Point](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b50c34873c77594fcf04f59ada17cd97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cedar Point 5/5(1 review) Have a fun-filled day at Cedar Point and see why people love this theme park in Sandusky. Wander through the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cedar-Point-Sandusky.d6066389.Attraction) ![Rogers Centre](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49464-Rogers-Centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rogers Centre 4.5/5(61 reviews) Come to this multipurpose stadium to watch baseball matches and football games, listen to concerts of famous bands, see family shows or simply tour this central entertainment complex. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rogers-Centre-Downtown-Toronto.d503145.Attraction) ![CN Tower featuring modern architecture, a city and a high-rise building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51752-Cn-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### CN Tower 4.5/5(179 reviews) Take the glass elevator to the lookout points on Toronto’s iconic landmark to enjoy views as far as Niagara Falls or have dinner in high style. [](https://expedia.co.uk/CN-Tower-Downtown-Toronto.d503147.Attraction) ![McCormick Place](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/248000/248117-Mccormick-Place.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McCormick Place 4.5/5(36 reviews) Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges. [](https://expedia.co.uk/McCormick-Place-Near-South-Side.d6069191.Attraction) ### Things to do ![World of Coca-Cola Ticket with Guided Tour and Polar Bear Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45945353/230c0985-90d9-4525-98c3-43b14e3037de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### World of Coca-Cola Ticket & Guided Tour with VIP Polar Bear Photo £37 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/world-of-coca-cola-ticket-guided-tour-with-vip-polar-bear-photo.a45945353.activity-details) ![Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46349570/49b708c7-5671-46fb-81dc-9847c6dc41e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Atlanta: Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket £25 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/atlanta-sloomoo-institute-admission-ticket.a46349570.activity-details) ![The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48036774/a4181b0f-2aa3-4c37-8fbd-d11ce60769e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game at The Interlock in Atlanta £34 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-the-interlock-in-atlanta.a48036774.activity-details) [See all activities in Great Lakes](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Lakes.d6212870.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Places of interest - [Lake Ontario ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Ontario-North-America.d553248621532865196.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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