Avalon Park Travel Guide
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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
Chicago’s world-renowned baseball ground, Wrigley Field is an iconic stadium where you can learn about the all-American sport and even catch a game.
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 waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
Millennium Park
One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Activities
Chicago Bulls Basketball Game at United Center
Eastside Chicago The Heist Exploration Game and Tour
Chicago: Museum of Ice Cream Entry Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around Avalon Park
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Robie House and Chicago Museum of Science and Industry.
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.
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 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.
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.
- Wrigley Field
- McCormick Place
- Navy Pier
- Millennium Park
- Soldier Field
- Chicago Riverwalk
- United Center
- Lake Michigan
- Grant Park
- Willis Tower
- University of Chicago
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Chicago Museum of Science and Industry
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- University of Illinois Chicago
- Water Tower Place
- Cloud Gate
- Merchandise Mart