Downtown Chicago Attractions

Each year tens of millions of people visit Chicagoand experience the vibrant culture and exciting attractions the city offers. The variety of neighborhoods, from Andersonville on the North Side to Little Italy on the South Side, provides tourists with an array of restaurants and hot spots to visit. But where should one start? Such a large city is difficult to cover in one vacation, especially if you only have a few days or a long weekend. Since the downtown center of Chicago is not only the locus of business but also of tourism, there are enough locations and attractions in this area to interest and delight most everyone. If you are traveling to the heart of Chicago, here are a few recommendations for places to stay, eat and have fun.

HOTELS
The first concern when traveling is, of course, lodging. If you are drawn to the city's most popular tourist destinations, you will find an abundant selection of hotels in the downtown area. The majority in this part of the city are high-class and rather high-priced as well. Don't expect to find a Super 8 on Michigan Avenue; accommodations in the opulent city center can often cost well over one hundred dollars a night. In return you will be surrounded by luxurious amenities and a plethora of the city's best restaurants, shops and museums. Chains like Holiday Inn and Hilton have locations here but there are many individual hotels as well, which can enhance the experience of visiting Chicago.