South Loop

Chicago
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South Loop
South Loop
South Loop
South Loop showing night scenes and street scenes
South of downtown Chicago, this neighborhood features cultural activities, sports and convention centers and a great dining and nightlife scene.

The South Loop offers waterfront access and some of Chicago’s most popular attractions. Tour cultural sites, watch professional football or enjoy the breeze blowing in over Lake Michigan as it fills the sails of hundreds of boats.

Spend several days exploring the attractions of Museum Campus. Field Museum is named for Marshall Field. See the extraordinary science and natural history exhibits initiated by this major city benefactor more than 120 years ago. The collection now includes more than 30 million specimens.

Nearby in Shedd Aquarium are animals from 80 water habitats of the world, including the Amazon River, Great Lakes, Caribbean Sea and vast oceans. Enhance your kids’ experiences with a submarine ride, play time in a penguin suit or a gentle touch of a sturgeon and a stingray.

From the ocean depths, move to the reaches of outer space at Adler Planetarium. Numerous exhibits and shows provide insight to space exploration and space bodies. On select days the Doane Observatory offers viewing of the sun or night stars. In summer, bring swimsuits to the 12th Street Beach south of the planetarium.

Find a different culture at one more Museum Campus location, Soldier Field. Here the Chicago Bears play professional football from August through December.

If you’re in Chicago for a convention, you’ll likely visit McCormick Place, one of the nation’s largest convention centers. Stroll to this impressive set of buildings to enjoy lake views and shop or dine inside. Its southern grounds include McCormick Bird Sanctuary, where millions of birds stop during spring and fall migrations.

North of Museum Campus is the large Grant Park with beautiful gardens and the impressive centerpiece, Buckingham Fountain. Attend a summer concert at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, with free seating on the Great Lawn.

Find great restaurants and clubs across the South Loop area. Be sure to sample Chicago deep-dish pizza. Purchase a CityPASS for discounted access and VIP entry to multiple venues, giving you more time to enjoy popular South Loop attractions.


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Top hotels in South Loop

Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is S$149 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
S$149
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
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! (8,352 reviews)
"Very nice and clean"

Reviewed on 3 Jan,2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hilton Chicago
Hilton Chicago
4 out of 5
720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is S$265 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
S$265
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,579 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, and convenient."

Reviewed on 1 Jan,2025

Hilton Chicago
Best Western Grant Park Hotel
Best Western Grant Park Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1100 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is S$109 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
S$109
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,534 reviews)
"Great place to stay on downtown, great service nice people friendly close to everything, shopping, walking"

Reviewed on 2 Jan,2025

Best Western Grant Park Hotel
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
2 out of 5
65 E Harrison St, Chicago, IL
The price is S$127 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
S$127
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.8/10 (2,022 reviews)
"Nice place."

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2024

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
3 out of 5
59 E. 11th Street, Chicago, IL
The price is S$135 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
S$135
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,798 reviews)
"The room was great! Very clean and much larger than I was anticipating, honestly. The kitchenette was a great bonus, especially being a block away from Trader Joe’s! There are a few things that I found odd I wanted to note, every morning there were really loud grinding noises coming from what sounded ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jan,2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
3 out of 5
55 E 11th Street, Chicago, IL
The price is S$115 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
S$115
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,548 reviews)
"This hotel was in the heart of Chicago! It was super easy to get to and being right next to Grant Park was a plus. My only issue was that there weren't any facilities for the pets we brought. We arrived late and didn't know whether it was safe to walk our dog around, but there was a dog park across ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jan,2025

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
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