Printers Row

While you are in Printer's Row, be sure to spend a little time taking in nearby areas, like Magnificent Mile - River North, Central Station and Chicago.

Spend some time in the center of Chicago. Enjoy Willis Tower and McCormick Place. And, before heading back to Printer's Row, it’s worth checking out Millennium Park and Hancock Tower.

Printer's Row offers some interesting museums, exhibits and show venues nearby that allow visitors to really get a feel for the area. Take a tour, admire the building in which it is housed or simply enjoy the beautiful displays at Driehaus Museum, the Chicago Children's Museum and the Field Museum of Natural History. To experience Chicago’s vibrant arts scene, book a show at one of the acclaimed performing arts institutes such as the House of Blues Chicago, Chicago Theater and the Chicago Cultural Center. Often talked about art galleries, include the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Museum of Contemporary Photography and the National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum.

There are also some great venues and parks that will have the whole family smiling, such as Navy Pier, Harpo Studios and Skydeck Ledge. Experience a unique wildlife experience at the John G. Shedd Aquarium.

If the weather is good head outside and make the most of the nearby parks and reserves. Put on your hiking shoes and discover the natural preserves for which this area is well known, like the Northerly Island Park. Explore the scenic coastline nearby such as the Ohio Street Beach.

Attractions like the Holy Name Cathedral, Buckingham Fountain and Pritzker Pavilion are well worth visiting during your time in Printer's Row. Start your tour of nearby historic attractions at Cloud Gate and the Chicago Water Tower.

Spend a few hours at the Water Tower Place, the Maxwell Street Market and the Chicago Place Mall to scratch that shopping itch.

If you're crazy about sports, don’t miss the opportunity to see local favorites, the UIC Flames, doing battle in nearby UIC Pavilion. On game days follow the sea of indigo blue and flame red, to the stadium, then after the final siren sounds, join fellow sports lovers in the nearby pubs for a post-game drink.

Finding somewhere comfortable to unpack your bags in Printer's Row is a breeze. The Congress Plaza Hotel, the Hyatt Regency Chicago and the Palmer House Hilton are among the best places to find a warm welcome and a good night’s rest.