Near North Side
Chicago
Visit Near North Side
Popular places to visit
875 North Michigan Avenue
You can find out about the history of Chicago when you stop by 875 North Michigan Avenue. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Water Tower Place
Enjoy endless shopping, see exhibits of sporting memorabilia and attend shows at a live theater at this huge shopping mall.
Merchandise Mart
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a trip to Merchandise Mart. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
House of Blues Chicago
You can get tickets for a performance at House of Blues Chicago during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Chicago Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Chicago Children's Museum during your travels to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Chicago Water Tower
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a visit to Chicago Water Tower. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Top hotels in Near North Side
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
The room was awesome. The hotel staff were excellent.
Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The clean rooms and the staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Perfect location on the Magnificent Mile! Love the coziness and clean beautiful comfortable room!
Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
great experience start to finish
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
The room was very clean and the staff was nice and friendly… 10/10
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
Great location! Great stay! Really good burger!
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near North Side
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.
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.
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.
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.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
