Wilmette
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Wilmette
Gross Point
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Gross Point. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Baha'i House of Worship and Langdon Park Beach are a few top places to visit.
Congress Plaza Hotel
"Well located yet aged facility. Bathrooms are small and frankly nasty. It served our purpose as a base for a 3-day stay in Chicago with errands to run in the nearby area."
Reviewed on 4 Jun, 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 3 Jun, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
"Great location and roof top bar!! The hotel is new and the decoration is beautiful!! Room was good and clean. The only thing I didn’t like was the bed … it was too soft. I hope they sdd boiled eggs as an option for breakfast"
Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
"Very clean and the people were nice."
Reviewed on 3 Jun, 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
"Not for me - total face scan to check in, pass. No room cleaning, pass, good room, good view but wouldn’t book any “Kasa” hotel again"
Reviewed on 4 Jun, 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
"Very clean and loved the location and amenities with the store on the first floor was fantastic"
Reviewed on 3 Jun, 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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Naval Base Great Lakes
After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
Navy Pier
A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
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.
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
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
