Heart of Chicago
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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.
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 ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Things to do
Chicago Bulls Basketball Game at United Center
Chicago: Field Museum of Natural History Ticket or VIP Tour
Eastside Chicago The Heist Exploration Game and Tour
Top hotels in Heart of Chicago
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Other neighbourhoods around Heart of Chicago
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by Credit Union 1 Arena or Union Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Racine Station or Polk Station (Pink Line) to get around town.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Union Park 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.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Field Museum of Natural History 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.
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 Wintrust Arena.
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 Millennium Park 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.
- Canalport Riverwalk Park
- Michigan Avenue
- Wrigley Field
- McCormick Place
- Chicago Riverwalk
- Navy Pier
- Millennium Park
- Soldier Field
- United Center
- Lake Michigan
- Grant Park
- Willis Tower
- Northwestern University
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Chicago Museum of Science and Industry
- Field Museum of Natural History
- John Hancock Center
- Rivers Casino
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- Fashion Outlets of Chicago