South Commons 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.
Six Flags Great America
Spend a day at this sprawling theme park to enjoy an array of thrilling roller coaster rides, a water park and entertainment for kids of all ages.
Top hotels in South Commons
Congress Plaza Hotel
Very cool place to stay if you enjoy historic buildings. I would definitely stay here again. Clean room, walking distance to many places.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
ALL the employees were nice, went out of their way to help and property was clean too!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Short birthday getaway and I really enjoyed my stay. Hotel is surrounded by places to eat. The breakfast was better than most and the breakfast staff was A1 especially Freddy. Next time I will ask for a room at the front of the hotel because being by the back of the hotel is quite noisy in the morning ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Wonder place to stay. Staff was amazing. Room was spotless!! On site restaurant was great. Within walking distance of events.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
STAFF were excellent. Food in restaurant really delicious.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago
Front desk staff seemed to speak to me as if I was inconveniencing their day when you work a front desk and your people coming in from out of the area, it’s important to offer a warm and welcoming tone. I did not experience that with said staff had a massive issue with parking that led to me having ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Commons
Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
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).
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.
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.
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
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