West Loop Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Mary Bartelme Park
After visiting Mary Bartelme Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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.

Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

Naval Base Great Lakes
After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Navy Pier
A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.

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.
Top hotels in West Loop

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
"ok"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
"great place. located nearby usefully metro. some nearby areas a little rundown"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
"So if you have a lake view room close to the elevator apparently the sun overheats the ac units in these rooms and they wont work. They offered to move rooms or a fan which actually worked very well but it seemed like it was a known issue so why not find some kind of fix? Other then that not a bad ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"Unfortunately our stay wasn’t what we had hoped for. We booked this hotel simply for the rooftop. We were there celebrating our friends 50th birthday. We were told as checking it that the rooftop was closed for a private event, but if we wanted to we could purchase tickets to go. Next, our room ran ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
"Great clean room, staff were so nice!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Freehand Chicago
"Amazing and incredibly helpful staff. The room was great and the hotel is in a phenomenal location. Second time staying there and look forward to doing so again in the future."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Loop

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.

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.

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 North Side
Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
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