Downtown Evanston
Chicago
Visit Downtown Evanston
Popular places to visit
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.
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
Navy Pier
A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
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.
Things to do
Secrets of Lincoln Square: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest in Chicago
Lincoln Park Hauntings Ghost Investigation Tour
Wicker Park Walking Tour History Trivia and Local Flavors
Glow Workshop Neon Art Experience at Studio WIP
Top hotels in Downtown Evanston
Congress Plaza Hotel
Great location, beautiful historic hotel with clean, updated rooms.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Nice room - totally awesome and delicious breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Easy booking, they let me check in early which I needed it. Friendly staff, nice bed, good shower pressure, clean room. Just need some updating to make it brighter room. Overall satisfied with my stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
It was great
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Very kind and nice people
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
The staff was very polite, and the rooms themselves were nice. It was just the valet parking being so expensive, but I guess it makes sense since it’s overnight.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Evanston
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
