South Loop Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Loop featuring a city and a high-rise building
South Loop
South Loop
South Loop
South Loop showing night scenes and street scenes
South Loop is the place to go for jazz and blues, museums and some of the hottest new pubs and restaurants in town.

Just south of The Loop is where you’ll find the aptly-named South Loop. It’s conveniently located, being framed by Lake Michigan, Chinatown, the Chicago River and several top museums. South Loop was once an unsavoury spot, complete with rowdy bars and burlesque theatres, but the area has been transforming, and is now a fun place to visit. South Loop has a more laid-back and gritty flavour, compared to its neighbours. This does not amount to boring, though!


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Our pick of the best South Loop Hotel Deals

Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$214 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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! (8,583 reviews)
"The property is in a very convenient location for nearby attractions. However, the hotel is apparently haunted and we didn't know until we were already there. Otherwise, it was a nice stay."

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hilton Chicago
Hilton Chicago
4 out of 5
720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$342 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$342
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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! (1,680 reviews)
"The room carpet was old. The room was hot. Understand is a historic hotel, but needs to updates. Check in process were welcomed."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 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 AU$135 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$135
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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! (2,457 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Best Western Grant Park Hotel
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sentral Michigan Avenue
4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$284 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (658 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
2 out of 5
65 E Harrison St, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$152 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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 (2,055 reviews)
Increíble opcion si visitas Chicago
"Súper céntrico A una cuadra del bean Muy limpio Increíble staff Gran atención del gerente Humberto ¡Muchas felicidades!"

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

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 AU$229 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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! (1,860 reviews)
"Check in was easy, the hotel was very clean and really nice, especially at such a reasonable price point! Will gladly go back."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around South Loop

South Loop which includes street scenes and night scenes

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 Soldier Field.

Near South Side
Chicago which includes rides

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).

Theatre District
The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan 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.

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Near West Side

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Racine Station or Polk Station (Pink Line) to get around town.

Near West Side
Downtown Chicago featuring a 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.

Downtown Chicago
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West Loop

Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.

West Loop

South Loop Travel Guide

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