What to do in North Side, IL

Activities, attractions and tours

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Lincoln Park Zoo featuring autumn leaves and signage
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Chicago History Museum showing interior views
Lincoln Park Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

North Side Attractions

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Places of interest in North Side

North Side is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in North Side, and make it a breeze to explore North Side and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in North Side to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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North Side attractions

North Side has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in North Side to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of North Side.

Looking for things to do in North Side can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of North Side or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to North Side attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Chicago featuring a city and modern architecture

Lincoln Park

5/5(5 area reviews)

Both a neighborhood and a park, this northern Chicago area has gorgeous scenery, residential streets lined with stately homes and extensive shopping and dining.

Lincoln Park
Wrigley Field showing signage

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.

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Logan Square

The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Milwaukee Avenue and Logan Square Farmers Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.

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Lake View East

While visiting Lake View East, you might make a stop by sights like Briar Street Theatre and Anshe Emet Synagogue.

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Bucktown

5/5(1 area review)

Well liked for its churches and architecture, Bucktown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Milwaukee Avenue and Gorilla Tango Theatre, and jump on the metro at Western Station (O Hare Branch) to get around the city.

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North Center

Appreciated for its bars and live music, you might consider exploring North Center. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Spiritual Museum, and jump on the metro at Addison Station (Brown Line) or Irving Park Station to get around the city.

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