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Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
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Zen Route - Private & Exclusive Full Day Tour with Lunch Included
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Odyssey Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
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What to do in West Side
Popular places to visit
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
University of Illinois Chicago
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Illinois Chicago during your visit to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park 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 art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Garfield Park Conservatory
While away the afternoon in this huge conservatory housing tropical and rare plants, waterfalls and art.
Garfield Park
After visiting Garfield Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
The Salt Shed
You can get tickets for a performance at The Salt Shed on your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rush University Medical Center
If Rush University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chicago.
Union Park
After visiting Union Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Anna and Frederick Douglass Park
After visiting Anna and Frederick Douglass Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Areas of West Side
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.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
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.
Lawndale
When in Lawndale and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like United Center or Garfield Park Conservatory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Central Park Station (Pink Line) or Pulaski Station (Pink Line).
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.
Fulton Market
Though Fulton Market may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Michigan Avenue and United Center.
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