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What to do in West Side
Popular places to visit
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
University of Illinois Chicago
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Illinois Chicago during your visit to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Humboldt Park
Explore the great outdoors at Humboldt Park, a lovely green space in Chicago. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Garfield Park Conservatory
While away the afternoon in this huge conservatory housing tropical and rare plants, waterfalls and art.
Garfield Park
Explore the great outdoors at Garfield Park, a lovely green space in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Rush University Medical Center
If Rush University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chicago.
The Salt Shed
You can get tickets for a performance at The Salt Shed on your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Anna and Frederick Douglass Park
Explore the great outdoors at Anna and Frederick Douglass Park, a lovely green space in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Union Park
Explore the great outdoors at Union Park, a lovely green space in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Areas of West Side
West Loop
Consider a visit to Union Park 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 Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Humboldt Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
Near West Side
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.
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like The 606 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.
Fulton Market
Though Fulton Market may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Michigan Avenue and United Center.
Lower West Side
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Lower West Side. Canalport Riverwalk Park and National Museum of Mexican Art are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Damen Station (Pink Line) or 18th Station (Pink Line) to get around the larger area.
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