Northwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Side
Where to stay in Northwest Side
Irving Park
Irving Park is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Milwaukee Avenue and Irish American Heritage Center are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Irving Park Station (Blue Line) or Addison Station (Blue Line) to get around.
Portage Park
If you're spending some time in Portage Park, Milwaukee Avenue and Six Corners are top sights worth seeing.
Belmont Cragin
Belmont Cragin is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Walt Disney House and Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Dunning
Restaurants and parks are just a few things travellers like about Dunning. A stop by Schiller Woods is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Hermosa
Travellers like the historical sites in Hermosa, and Walt Disney House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Old Irving Park
If you're spending time in Old Irving Park, check out sights like Milwaukee Avenue or Six Corners and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving Park Station (Blue Line) or Montrose Station (Blue Line).
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
great location
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
Clean and very old
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
River Hotel
I can only review the staff at The River Hotel is AMAZING to say the least. From the moment I walked through the door I felt at home. I received a warm welcome and a fabulous room with all of the amenities. My room (suite) was spacious, clean and so comfortable. The hotel is centrally located so ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Chic, Cozy home, by Blue Line Train Stop + Free parking
Great place, will definitely book again.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Stylish Chicago 1.5BR, 1 Bath + Sleeper Sofa Condo
good clean rooms. parking was good.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
3-bedroom apt .on North Side! Great location between downtown and the airport.
The property had an unpleasant odor and was a basement unit with residents on the ground floor. Each night there was loud stomping on the wood floors above by the residents. Sent an email to the owner for the combination to get into the unit with NO response. Had to call the VRBO home base to get ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
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.
Navy Pier
A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Things to do
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
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