Wheeling Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Favored for its convenient access to Chicago, this small town seems a world away from the nonstop action of the Windy City.

Wheeling has easy access to the Windy City of Chicago via the Metra rail system. Explore Chicago’s Willis Tower (formerly known as Sears Tower), Navy Pier and Millennium Park by day and head north to the quiet serenity of Wheeling for the evening. 

A family-friendly town, Wheeling is sprinkled with parks offering playgrounds and walking trails. Bring children to the Outdoor Family Aquatic Centre, which features splash pools, water slides and other water activities. The Community Recreation Centre offers an Olympic-sized indoor pool and state-of-the-art facilities ideal for visitors of all ages. 

Explore the walking trails of Potawatomi Woods Preserve. Named after the Native American tribe of the region, the wetland habitat is an ideal bird-watching setting. Wheeling is known for Chevy Chase Country Club. Built in 1927, the historic Tudor-style club facilities complement an 18-hole course. 

In the mid-19th century, Wheeling was a popular overnight stop for people journeying from Chicago to the Wisconsin Territory. Travellers often spent several days in the small village, leading entrepreneurs to open strings of inns and restaurants to feed and house visitors. Today, those cafés continue their prominence as Restaurant Row. Visit the 5-mile (8-kilometre) stretch of Milwaukee Avenue which features diverse cuisine. Italian, Asian Fusion, steakhouses, and more provide a culinary delight for any visitor. 

Drive 9 miles (14 kilometres) outside the village centre to Chicago Botanic Garden. With 26 stunning gardens lined with trails and benches, the park is an ideal place to relax for a few hours. Head a few minutes farther east to Millard Park for waterfront access to Lake Michigan. 

Located less than 30 miles (48 kilometres) north of Chicago, Wheeling is a popular commuter town that maintains its own identity. Wheeling is most convenient to get around by car. Chicago Executive Airport is located in Wheeling, and O’Hare International Airport is less than 15 miles (24 kilometres) from the village. The Metra offers a commuter rail that runs to Chicago throughout the day. 

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack
Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack
3.5 out of 5
1 S Stone St, Wheeling, WV
The price is ₹6,022 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
₹6,022
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (891 reviews)
Good value and location for the Casino
"The room was clean and in good shape. The bathroom was above average size and convenience. The bed requested were 2 Queen but 2 Full were sufficient. Security was excessive, but understandable for a gambling casino"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack
Oglebay Resort
Oglebay Resort
3 out of 5
465 Lodge Dr., Wheeling, WV
The price is ₹8,268 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹8,268
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (713 reviews)
"Beautiful scenery, nice walking areas, very nice room."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Oglebay Resort
Hampton Inn Wheeling
Hampton Inn Wheeling
3 out of 5
795 National Rd, Wheeling, WV
The price is ₹9,813 per night from 28 May to 29 May
₹9,813
per night
28 May - 29 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was excellent. Room was clean and a good temperature!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hampton Inn Wheeling
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Unique Wheeling Condo in Historical Monastery!
Unique Wheeling Condo in Historical Monastery!
3 out of 5
Wheeling, WV
Enjoy free parking, a business centre and a garden.
Unique Wheeling Condo in Historical Monastery!
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