Lower West Side
Chicago
Visit Lower West Side
Popular places to visit
Chicago Arts District
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Chicago Arts District during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Canalport Riverwalk Park
After visiting Canalport Riverwalk Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
National Museum of Mexican Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Mexican Art during your travels in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
St Adalbert Church
St Adalbert Church is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
St Pius Church
After visiting St Pius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Lower West Side
Congress Plaza Hotel
The room and hotel is a bit run down as most places over a century old
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
The room was excellent
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Beautiful place
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Very nice
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Only spent 6.5 hrs due to a layover, convenient and 24 hr staff were really nice. Our room was on a slant, which apparently is normal.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The room was very nice and spacious! I traveled with my family, so it was 4 of us in which it was perfect, nice views as well! Great front desk.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower West Side
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.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
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.
