Edgewater Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Edgewater
Popular places to visit
Kathy Osterman Beach
Spend a day swimming and paddling on Lake Michigan or soaking up the sun on a peaceful beach located at the northern tip of Lincoln Park.
Swedish American Museum Center
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Swedish American Museum Center during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside 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.
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.
Navy Pier
A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
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.
Activities
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise
Our pick of the best Edgewater Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
citizenM Chicago Downtown
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Edgewater
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.