Near East Side Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Chicago’s world-renowned baseball ground, Wrigley Field is an iconic stadium where you can learn about the all-American sport and even catch a game.
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.
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.
Navy Pier
A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
Millennium Park
One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Top hotels in Near East Side
Swissotel - Chicago
Very beautiful place to stay
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
Love the place! But my room was dirty! The bathroom had hair all over
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Amendities and location is great, but the facility needs fresh coat of paint
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Great
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
This place was amazing! Staff were very helpful and friendly! Easy check in and check out. Room was clean as well! Will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Very kind staff, small but clean and comfortable room with a beautiful view! Great location, quiet. Checked all the boxes for my overnight trip!!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Streeterville
Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Near East Side Travel Guide
- Wrigley Field
- Michigan Avenue
- Navy Pier
- Millennium Park
- United Center
- Lake Michigan
- Chicago Riverwalk
- Grant Park
- University of Chicago
- Northwestern University
- Willis Tower
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
- Loyola University Chicago
- Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
- Water Tower Place
- Rosemont Theatre
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- Ameristar Casino East Chicago
- Merchandise Mart
