Title: Riverside Travel Guide: Best of Riverside, Chicago Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Riverside](https://expedia.co.uk/Riverside-Hotels.d6132182.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Riverside](https://expedia.co.uk/Riverside-Holiday-Rentals.d6132182.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Riverside Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Riverside.d6132182.Car-Hire-Guide)[Riverside Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Riverside.d6132182.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Riverside Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Chicago_BrookfieldZoo_6064025_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064025/195ddefa-51a8-44d3-b701-a9d90156dfdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chicago_BrookfieldZoo_6064025_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064025/195ddefa-51a8-44d3-b701-a9d90156dfdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Although the zoo has a butterfly habitat each summer, I find some of my best shots strolling through the park. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7080/ff798c12-ed82-416e-8be8-99c19e231a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Brookfield Zoo showing dangerous animals and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064025/2f3addcb-cfe9-4aff-880c-8c39941dd48c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Riverside Things to do - Top hotels in Riverside - Top Holiday Rentals in Riverside ![Congress Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/a9ee91b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Congress Plaza Hotel 520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL £77 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (9,848 reviews) Wonderful hotel Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132182) ![Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8058/ce2102d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL £176 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees 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 ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (2,211 reviews) Easy booking, they let me check in early which I needed it. Friendly staff, nice bed, good shower pressure, clean room. Just need some updating to make it brighter room. Overall satisfied with my stay. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=8058&PinnedHotelID=8058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132182) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11600/11580/w3840h2859x0y0-5fc518eb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North 600 N State St Chicago IL £88 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (5,643 reviews) Positives- As my friend said as we went to breakfast “the people here are so nice and look happy to work here!” I agree! Eloisa (I hope that is correct-our bartender ) made happy hour on Friday night even happier! She was friendly and knowledgeable, suggesting drinks we hadn’t had before just by ... Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132182) [See all 5,308 properties in Riverside](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6132182) 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. ![Sentral Michigan Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76267500/76267438/a9b3121a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sentral Michigan Avenue 808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE Chicago IL Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,066 reviews) Amazing easy access to room, very clean, amazing Customer service. And the view was amazing. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Sentral-Michigan-Avenue.h76267438.Hotel-Information) ![Level Chicago – Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39805900/39805843/8a983359_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Level Chicago – Old Town 1140 North Wells Street Chicago IL Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (421 reviews) My girlfriend and I had an awesome time enjoying the space for a fun girls night out. Would recommend to anyone! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-LEVEL-Furnished-Living-Chicago.h39805843.Hotel-Information) ![Kasa South Loop Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29440000/29433500/29433443/603af13d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kasa South Loop Chicago 900 S Clark Street Chicago IL Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Soldier Field and Millennium ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (408 reviews) Great place, great views and location Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Kasa-South-Loop-Chicago.h29433443.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Riverside](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6132182&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 Riverside hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### 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) ![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) ![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) ![Soldier Field which includes a high-rise building, a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058043/a6d7265e-c5df-4d76-82e8-7937dba83c13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soldier Field Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Soldier-Field-Near-South-Side.d6058043.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) ### Things to do ![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) ![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 £28 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flyover-in-chicago.a50023979.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) ![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® £77 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-c3-by-citypass.a46362450.activity-details) ![Color Factory Chicago Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49191714/feac7bb1-c7ea-4b19-8342-818eafa34e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Color Factory Chicago Ticket £25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/color-factory-chicago-ticket.a49191714.activity-details) ![Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4556313/67d8adf7-64e5-458d-bd4c-e2cc830c3f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise £36 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-city-minibus-tour-with-optional-architecture-cruise.a4556313.activity-details) [See all activities in Riverside](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Riverside.d6132182.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Riverside ![Although the zoo has a butterfly habitat each summer, I find some of my best shots strolling through the park. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7080/ff798c12-ed82-416e-8be8-99c19e231a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Brookfield ![www.alamy.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9228/8aa55e4b-7308-4358-afcc-4ab6897c20e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oak Park ![Chicago showing a city and a skyscraper as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178248/719a2712-bcc7-4b9d-86cc-997f107a7839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chicago ![Empty boardwalk hiking path through the forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132092/4a3c01b0-d157-4bb7-bece-b1dd2523dcae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Forest Park - Cities near Riverside - Places of interest [Brookfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Brookfield.dx7080)[Oak Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Oak-Park.dx9228)[Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago.dx178248)[Forest Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Forest-Park.dx6132092) - [Wrigley Field ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wrigley-Field-Lakeview.d6034754.Attraction) - [Michigan Avenue ](https://expedia.co.uk/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Attraction) - [Navy Pier ](https://expedia.co.uk/Navy-Pier-Downtown-Chicago.d6069215.Attraction) - [Millennium Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Millennium-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d6069201.Attraction) - [Lake Michigan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Michigan-United-States-of-America.d6338716.Attraction) - [Chicago Riverwalk ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Riverwalk-Downtown-Chicago.d553248621533116610.Attraction) - [Grant Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Grant-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d507389.Attraction) - [United Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/United-Center-Near-West-Side.d6064077.Attraction) - [University of Chicago ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Chicago-Hyde-Park.d6064081.Attraction) - [Northwestern University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Northwestern-University-Chicago.d6034942.Attraction) - [Willis Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Willis-Tower-Downtown-Chicago.d6064069.Attraction) - [Art Institute of Chicago ](https://expedia.co.uk/Art-Institute-Of-Chicago-Downtown-Chicago.d6064021.Attraction) - [Chicago Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Theatre-Downtown-Chicago.d6064049.Attraction) - [Woodfield Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Woodfield-Mall-Chicago.d6064089.Attraction) - [Allstate Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/Allstate-Arena-Chicago.d6069163.Attraction) - [Cloud Gate ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cloud-Gate-Downtown-Chicago.d6182888.Attraction) - [Merchandise Mart ](https://expedia.co.uk/Merchandise-Mart-Downtown-Chicago.d6069193.Attraction) - [875 North Michigan Avenue ](https://expedia.co.uk/875-North-Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6065131.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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