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.
Englewood
While you're strolling through Englewood, you may want to check out the beaches and restaurants. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Halsted Station or 63rd Station.
McKinley Park
Be sure to check out the monuments and shopping while you're strolling through McKinley Park, and hop on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to see more of the surrounding 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 Bridgeport Art Center and Rate Field, a few notable attractions nearby.
New City
Beaches and mountain views are just a few things travelers like about New City. A stop by Union Stock Yard Gate is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Congress Plaza Hotel
Great location, clean room, but the walls between rooms are paper thin - could hear the tv and conversations next door.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Clean, and great service
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Hilton Chicago
Great location and great hotel!
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Amazing easy access to room, very clean, amazing Customer service. And the view was amazing.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
My girlfriend and I had an awesome time enjoying the space for a fun girls night out. Would recommend to anyone!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Kasa South Loop Chicago
Great place, great views and location
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
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.
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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Millennium Park
One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.
Things to do
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Chicago Blackhawks Ice Hockey Game at United Center
