Southwest Side
Travel Guide
Visit Southwest Side
Where to stay in Southwest Side

Back of the Yards
While Back of the Yards might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.

Garfield Ridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and churches while you're strolling through Garfield Ridge, and hop on the metro at Midway Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Archer Heights
Visitors to Archer Heights appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Bridgeport Art Center and Rate Field might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Brighton Park
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.

McKinley Park
The monuments and shopping make McKinley Park worth a stop. Make a stop by S.S. Peter and Paul Church, and jump on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to get around the area.

West Lawn
Travelers enjoy West Lawn for its restaurants and museums. Consider checking out Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture while you're in the area.

Congress Plaza Hotel
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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 enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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

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.

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.
Things to do

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise

Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
