Western Suburbs

Travel Guide

Naperville featuring a river or creek and a bridge
Naperville featuring a garden as well as an individual female
Aurora
Aurora which includes flowers
Aurora featuring a river or creek and a bridge

Life in the more than 40 cities west of Chicago offers parks, lakes and local infrastructure and attractions, with easy access to Chicago itself.

Within a 1-hour drive from Chicago, the Western Suburbs offer varied appeal, from an arboretum to a zoo. Visit these friendly cities to enjoy laid-back living and family attractions away from the big city.

Starting in Chicago’s near western suburbs, see thoroughbred racing at Hawthorne Racecourse in Cicero. The largest zoo in the area is the Brookfield Zoo, with animals from around the world, special events and live bands on summer weekend evenings.

In Oak Park’s Wright District, see the former residence of Frank Lloyd Wright and a dozen other historic architectural treasures. Attend the home tour program in May. The village of Riverside also has a distinguished architect, Frederick Law Olmsted, landscape designer of Central Park. The entire Olmsted-designed village is a National Historic Landmark with curved streets, green parks and exceptional architecture.

Play golf or watch polo in Oak Brook in the central western suburbs. Visit the Graue Mill and Museum, which was once part of the Underground Railroad. Elmhurst features several museums, including the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, displaying gemstones and earth science exhibits.

The far western suburbs include the Morton Arboretum in Lisle. Walk around the 1,700 acres (690 hectares) to learn about more than 4,000 species of trees, shrubs, vines, perennials and grasses and the important conservation efforts to sustain their beauty and functionality. Kline Creek Farm in West Chicago provides experiences of life on an Illinois farm in the 1890s.

Naperville has the beautiful Riverwalk Park along the DuPage River. Stroll along the pleasant trails through the middle of the city past the tall Millennium Carillon. With the DuPage Children’s Museum, historic Naper Settlement and other kid-focused attractions, the town is frequently identified as one of the country’s most family-friendly cities.

These areas offer the positive feature of easy access to the big city. Play golf in the morning in one of the Western Suburbs and travel to Chicago for an afternoon of shopping or evening of entertainment.

DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville
DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville
4 out of 5
3003 Corporate West Dr, Naperville, IL
The price is S$118 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$118
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naperville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
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Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
4 out of 5
9300 Bryn Mawr Ave, Rosemont, IL
The price is S$222 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$222
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,721 reviews)
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Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
4 out of 5
O'Hare International Airport, Chicago, IL
The price is S$269 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
S$269
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,072 reviews)
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Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
3.5 out of 5
1436 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a nightclub, a fitness center, and concierge services. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (321 reviews)
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Holiday Inn Club Vacations Fox River Resort at Sheridan by IHG
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Fox River Resort at Sheridan by IHG
3.5 out of 5
2558 N 3653 Road, Sheridan, IL
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8.2/10 Very Good! (544 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Fox River Resort at Sheridan by IHG
The Neighborhood Hotel-Little Italy
The Neighborhood Hotel-Little Italy
4 out of 5
1431 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions United Center and Grant Park are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (173 reviews)
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The Neighborhood Hotel-Little Italy
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