Central Chicago

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Central Chicago
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Where to stay in Central Chicago

Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.

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River North

Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.

River North
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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).

Theatre District
Navy Pier which includes general coastal views and wild flowers as well as a couple

Streeterville

Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.

Streeterville
Gold Coast showing street scenes as well as a couple

Gold Coast

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.

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Rush and Division

If you're spending time in Rush and Division, check out sights like Dave & Buster's or Oak Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chicago Station (Red Line) or Clark-Division Station.

Rush and Division
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$284 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
S$284
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,922 reviews)
"Great hotel overall. Definitely makes you feel back in time, but the bedrooms have a balance of new and old. Although a few hairs were found in the towels, despite being changed daily, I do appreciate how efficient the staff was at keeping all clean and running. Dinning is not the best, but it’s ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug, 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

4 out of 5
600 N State St, Chicago, IL
The price is S$242 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$242
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,684 reviews)
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"We headquartered here with our grandkids. We liked having our own bedroom with a good bed, while the kids used the fold out couch in the other room. Most of the Chicago attractions were a short cab ride away. The free breakfast was good ( although after 5 days I was over it). The pool could be a ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL
The price is S$294 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
S$294
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,856 reviews)
"Pleasant experience. Accommodations were good. Surrounding area was convenient to shopping, eateries and p parks."

Reviewed on 13 Aug, 2025

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
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Sentral Michigan Avenue

Sentral Michigan Avenue

4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (874 reviews)
"Great location, clean unit, friendly staff, would come back!!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug, 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Level Chicago – Old Town

Level Chicago – Old Town

4 out of 5
1140 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (338 reviews)
"Great property. Outstanding all the way around."

Reviewed on 13 Aug, 2025

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Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

4 out of 5
One Superior Place, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (468 reviews)
"The SQ. And the washer and drier. Very useful"

Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2025

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
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Popular places to visit

Magnificent Mile - River North featuring street scenes, night scenes and signage

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.

Michigan Avenue
Navy Pier

Navy Pier

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

Navy Pier
McCormick Place

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.

McCormick Place
Millennium Park which includes modern architecture, a city and autumn leaves

Millennium Park

One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.

Millennium Park
Soldier Field showing a city, modern architecture and a skyscraper

Soldier Field

Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

Soldier Field
Grant Park

Grant Park

Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.

Grant Park

Things to do

River tour boat in Chicago

Architecture River Tour

S$53
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Architecture River Tour
See Chicago's magnificent skyline at night!

Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise

S$58
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

S$52
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

S$54
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

S$31
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago Creepy Cruise

Chicago Creepy Cruise

S$58
per adult
Chicago Creepy Cruise
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