Title: Half Day Travel Guide: Best of Half Day, Chicago Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Half Day](https://expedia.co.uk/Half-Day-Chicago-Hotels.0-n553248635074842016-0.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)[Half Day Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Half-Day.d553248635074842016.Car-Hire-Guide)[Half Day Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Half-Day.d553248635074842016.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Half Day Travel Guide ## Chicago ![Schiller Woods view in Chicago of Illinois](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7758/5dc6d33e-4d46-4f37-9026-58124815a2a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Half Day Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Chicago travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago.dx178248) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Wrigley Field featuring a city, a sporting event and city views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034754/d10ea4fa-9a61-425f-b749-3325e9303223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrigley Field 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) ![Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156167/9a44be22-322b-4187-8844-e2aa99b46184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Michigan Avenue 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) ![Chicago Skyline at North Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069213/e3e08680-ba57-4e08-8e19-fef490757e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Naval Base Great Lakes After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Naval-Base-Great-Lakes-Chicago.d6069213.Attraction) ![McCormick Place showing a high rise building and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069191/6dd1da52-961b-4d36-a030-f105009f678b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McCormick Place 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) ![Millennium Park which includes autumn colours, modern architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069201/87d76a1e-e63f-48a2-8892-fb54ee86f8e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Millennium Park A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Millennium-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d6069201.Attraction) ![Navy Pier featuring a sunset and rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069215/a6173fc5-04f4-4a58-b70a-61c78e1b648e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Navy Pier A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Navy-Pier-Downtown-Chicago.d6069215.Attraction) ### Things to do ![360 CHICAGO Observation Deck ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/170348/1cbf6a0b-f355-4f8a-a858-37fdc0668a64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck £20 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/360-chicago-observation-deck.a170348.activity-details) ![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) ![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) ![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 £29 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flyover-in-chicago.a50023979.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® £82 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-c3-by-citypass.a46362450.activity-details) ![cruise ship sailing past navy pier in chicago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/173241/21d8d1a0-e61c-4298-ab2f-118c1794b450.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise £102 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-cruises-chicago-lake-michigan-premier-dinner-cruise.a173241.activity-details) [See all activities in Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Half Day ![Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8058/a48bf16b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL £210 per night 27 Mar - 28 Mar 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,243 reviews) Everything was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful! Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026&selected=8058&PinnedHotelID=8058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074842016) ![Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5500/5403/2c5e0afa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago 9300 Bryn Mawr Ave Rosemont IL £123 per night 2 Apr - 3 Apr Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,434 reviews) Clean great shuttle service Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=5403&PinnedHotelID=5403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074842016) ![Marriott Chicago O'Hare](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/300/281/c9c2af9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott Chicago O'Hare 8535 West Higgins Road Chicago IL £131 per night 3 Apr - 4 Apr Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,234 reviews) It was all good! Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=04%2F04%2F2026&selected=281&PinnedHotelID=281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074842016) ![Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5400/5356/8338e46c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG 1501 Sherman Ave Evanston IL £98 per night 29 Mar - 30 Mar Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Evanston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,842 reviews) Good location in Evanston, close to Metra and CTA! Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=5356&PinnedHotelID=5356&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074842016) ![Hyatt Place Chicago/O'Hare Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22991/4f5c0fe5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Chicago/O'Hare Airport 6810 Mannheim Rd Rosemont IL £101 per night 28 Mar - 29 Mar Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,316 reviews) Great Hotel to stay, minor issue with A/C, but over all the staff and facilities were fantastic. Hopped on the shuttle to the airport in a quick second. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026&selected=22991&PinnedHotelID=22991&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074842016) ![Great Wolf Lodge Illinois](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1880000/1871300/1871214/66f614b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Great Wolf Lodge Illinois 1700 Nations Dr Gurnee IL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £102 per night 15 Apr - 16 Apr Stay at this family-friendly resort in Gurnee. Enjoy 6 indoor pools, 5 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Parking $$$$ Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=1871214&PinnedHotelID=1871214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635074842016) [See all 1,350 properties in Half Day](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635074842016) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-OHare.dx553248635074842747) ![Cubs/Brewers game](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829/a351d868-663b-4e01-8404-d79b6bc1c863.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wrigleyville You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Wrigleyville.dx6338684) ![Lakeview featuring modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178166/66f7ee9b-8e1a-4caa-8412-e82732aa12d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lakeview 4.5/5(8 area reviews) Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Lakeview.dx178166) ![606 Trail Wicker Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227639/4f7be21f-2085-45e6-ab70-172236c98d9c.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) ![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 Skyline from the west side with the train](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132439/f88c6ed3-b251-4bec-bb60-b3e94382f91f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Town 4.5/5(3 area reviews) Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city. 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