Title: Wilmette Travel Guide: Best of Wilmette, Chicago Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Wilmette](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmette-Hotels.d54976.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Wilmette](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmette-Holiday-Rentals.d54976.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Wilmette](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Wilmette.d54976.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Wilmette Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Wilmette.d54976.Car-Hire-Guide)[Wilmette Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmette.d54976.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Wilmette Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Aerial View of Baha'i House of Worship in Illinois. High-angle aerial view of the Baha'i House of Worship in Wilmette, Illinois, surrounded by lush greenery, gardens, and urban landscape.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/54976/9ad54896-24af-46b4-8adb-ca99e0d3a7fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial View of Baha'i House of Worship in Illinois. High-angle aerial view of the Baha'i House of Worship in Wilmette, Illinois, surrounded by lush greenery, gardens, and urban landscape.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/54976/9ad54896-24af-46b4-8adb-ca99e0d3a7fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of Baha'i House of Worship in Wilmette.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/54976/4bdc20bb-2991-4eca-b6b8-4eb765957a2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![High winds churn up waves on Lake Michigan's Illinois shoreline. The water was closed at local beaches due to rough surf.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/54976/b7c34fb5-3f72-453a-ad9c-76df650088e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gillson park and wilmette beach north of chicago Illlilnoise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/54976/2104a89a-ca49-4f47-9db0-dd0588abf64f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Wilmette Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_54976) - Top hotels in Wilmette - Top Holiday Rentals in Wilmette ![Congress Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/11b63ec2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Congress Plaza Hotel 520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL £85 1 Apr - 2 Apr 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! (9,917 reviews) Rooms a bit tired Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=54976) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102630000/102622800/102622712/3e21593f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago 150 East Ontario Street Chicago IL £137 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,517 reviews) Excellent value. Clean rooms, courteous staff, graat breakfast included. Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=102622712&PinnedHotelID=102622712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=54976) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11600/11580/24d28405_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North 600 N State St Chicago IL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £107 19 Mar - 20 Mar 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (5,731 reviews) Love the Embassy! This is a great location and walking distance to so many fun things. The breakfast is great as usual and very friendly employees. Love the mezzanine area for breakfast and happy hour. Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F03%2F2026&endDate=20%2F03%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=54976) [See all 4,661 properties in Wilmette](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026®ionId=54976) 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/77000000/76270000/76267500/76267438/58291697_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! (1,104 reviews) Yes, good location Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Sentral-Michigan-Avenue.h76267438.Hotel-Information) ![Level Chicago – Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39805900/39805843/8c061e2a_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! (441 reviews) Great value, friendly staff Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-LEVEL-Furnished-Living-Chicago.h39805843.Hotel-Information) ![Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46240000/46231100/46231022/264e98f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago One Superior Place Chicago IL Stay at this aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (711 reviews) Very clean!!! Everything you need available in the apartment. Aldi store onsite. We also got the Chicago City Pass and this location was very convenient for all the activities we chose. Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Kasa-Chicago-River-North-Apartments.h46231022.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Wilmette](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=54976&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 Wilmette hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=54976&startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13)[12 Mar - 13 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=54976&startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=54976&startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14)[13 Mar - 14 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=54976&startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=54976&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=54976&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=54976&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=54976&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%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 4.5/5(40 reviews) 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 4.5/5(14 reviews) 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) ![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 4.5/5(36 reviews) 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) ![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 4/5(125 reviews) 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) ![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 4.5/5(147 reviews) 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) ![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 4/5(44 reviews) 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) ### 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 £19 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/360-chicago-observation-deck.a170348.activity-details) ![Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1342523/52299998-0f25-4483-b147-6aa89e72ca8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission £33 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skydeck-willis-tower-admission.a1342523.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® £79 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-c3-by-citypass.a46362450.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) [See all activities in Wilmette](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wilmette.d54976.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Wilmette ![Grosse Point Lighthouse showing a lighthouse and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247237/156bbfa1-3922-4964-bdd6-9fe13c8ff087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Evanston ![Stinson Memorial Library Anna Illinois Listed on the National Register Funded by Anna businessman Robert Burns Stinson, designed by Walter Burley Griffin who studied under Frank Lloyd Wright.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/175751/2aaae0bc-b749-4753-83b9-fc353faec42a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Winnetka ![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 - Cities near Wilmette - Places of interest [Evanston](https://expedia.co.uk/Evanston.dx8049)[Winnetka](https://expedia.co.uk/Winnetka.dx175751)[Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago.dx178248) - [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) - [United Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/United-Center-Near-West-Side.d6064077.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) - [Lake Michigan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Michigan-United-States-of-America.d6338716.Attraction) - [Northwestern University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Northwestern-University-Chicago.d6034942.Attraction) - 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