Chicago Travel Guide

Though it's only the third largest city in the U.S., Chicago is nothing short of a world hub. There are so many things to do, most people find one visit isn't enough. The city delivers architecture, art, shopping, nature, and one giant dinosaur. read more

Chicago is a big, bustling city that's popular all year long. Deciding when to visit, and when to book, will determine how much you spend on accommodations and airfare. read more

Chicago Trip du JourSee all Trips du Jour

Chicago makes 'green' fashionable, but not spendy

The Windy City offers goods made from recycled materials, cocktails with a purpose, and organic pizza. Plus, you can make green choices without turning blue from high prices. read more

Last-Minute Airfares to ChicagoSee all

Editors' Picks: Chicago DealsSee All Chicago Travel Deals

• $18 R/T U.S. and Caribbean Sale From Spirit*
  Spirit's latest sale features U.S. and Caribbean destinations including Chicago, Las Vegas, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico. Travel is valid on select dates through April, but hurry because this promotion will only be around until February 10.
• Through Thursday: $80 O/W Southwest Sale - More Than 1,300 Routes*
  Southwest's recently announced promotion offers more than 1,300 on sale for winter and spring getaways. The low-cost king's fares start at $80 one-way, but AirTran, Continental, Frontier, Midwest, United, and US Airways also offer savings.
• Wow! $39 O/W Southwest Sale - Save 64% on Flights*
  Stop, drop, and book these sale fares! Southwest has just announced a short-haul promotion, but there's nothing short about the savings. Our research shows that the competitors are not coming even close to touching the low-cost king's rates.
• $530 R/T Hawaii Sale Fares From American*
  Thaw out on a Kona, Lihue, or Kahului beach while gazing at a serene sunset with American's latest sale. Our research shows that the fares are comparable to those offered by Delta, United, and US Airways, with the exception of travel from a key city.
• $678 R/T Honolulu Sale From US Airways*
  Boston, Chicago, and New York, are but a few of the East Coast or Midwest cities from where you'll find departures to sunny Honolulu. US Airways' sale fares start at $678 round-trip, and travel is valid through March.
• $390 R/T United Features Sale Fares to Canada*
  United's latest sale features travel to Canadian destinations such as Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto, Vancouver, and others. This sale doesn't list a book-by date, but the sooner you book, the more likely you'll find the lowest fares.
• $260 R/T Canada Sale Fares From American*
  Scenic landscapes, vast wildlife, exciting metropolises, plus the Vancouver Olympics to boot! It might be time to visit the neighbors up north, and American's latest sale helps out by offering fares from $260 round-trip.
• $248 R/T American Sale to Ski Destinations*
  Grind some Colorado or Wyoming snow with American's ski sale. Destinations include Gunnison, Jackson Hole, Montrose, Steamboat Springs, and Vail. Competing carriers, Continental, Delta, and United, challenge American's low fares.
• February Weekend Getaways From $55 per Night
  February is the perfect month to get out of town for a weekend and celebrate or rekindle romance with a significant other. And, for those who detest the month of love, several packages offer great ways to defeat those winter blues.
• $98 R/T American Sale Fares - Lots of Competition*
  American Airlines' newly-announced sale, with starting prices of $98 round-trip, includes Boston, Dallas, Miami, and Orlando, among several other destinations. Competing carriers Southwest, United, Delta, AirTran, and more, get involved.

Chicago Travel Advice See All Chicago Travel Advice

• Decorative Lights Offer Inexpensive Holiday Cheer Cities around the country offer spectacular light displays, with many leaving the lights up long past New Year's Day. Read on to discover affordable ways to brighten up the winter.
• Winter Travel Deals Trend Bodes Well for Consumers Look for lower airfares, cheaper hotel rooms, and inexpensive cruises this winter, plus good holiday deals. Ed Perkins reveals which destinations give the most value.
• Rail Offers Cheap Airport-to-Downtown Connection In light of Seattle's new train system, Ed Perkins weighs the pros and cons of riding the rails.
• See the Country by Train and Save Big The Deal Detective helps a mom plan a getaway by train for her family. All aboard for ways to save and plan when riding the rails.

Find Chicago HotelsSee all

• Hampton Inn and Suites Chicago - Downtown
  33 W Illinois
  Chicago, IL
  9 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 230
  Number of Floors: 12
  
• The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel)
  160 E Pearson St at Water Tower Place
  Chicago, IL
  9 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 435
  Number of Floors: 15
  
• Inn of Chicago Magnificent Mile
  162 E Ohio Street
  Chicago, IL
  9 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 350
  Number of Floors: 22
  
• Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
  O' Hare International Airport
  PO Box 66414
  Chicago, IL
  9 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 858
  
• Best Western River North Chicago Downtown Hotel
  125 West Ohio Street
  Chicago, IL
  8 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 150
  Number of Floors: 7
  
• Wyndham Chicago
  633 North St. Clair Street
  Chicago, IL
  8 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 417
  Number of Floors: 17
  
• Best Western Grant Park Hotel
  1100 South Michigan Avenue
  Chicago, IL
  7 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 172
  Number of Floors: 9
  
• The Westin Chicago River North
  320 N. Dearborn Ave.
  Chicago, IL
  7 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 441
  Number of Floors: 20
  
• Ramada Inn Lake Shore - Chicago
  4900 South Lake Shore Drive
  Chicago, IL
  7 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 184
  
• Hotel Allegro Chicago - a Kimpton Hotel
  171 W Randolph Street
  Chicago, IL
  6 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 483
  Number of Floors: 19
  
• Renaissance Chicago Hotel
  1 W Wacker Dr
  Chicago, IL
  6 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 553
  Number of Floors: 27
  
• Hilton Chicago
  720 South Michigan Avenue
  Chicago, IL
  52 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 1544
  Number of Floors: 29
  
• Omni Chicago Hotel
  676 North Michigan Ave
  Chicago, IL
  5 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 347
  Number of Floors: 25
  
• InterContinental Chicago
  505 North Michigan Ave
  Chicago, IL
  51 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 844
  Number of Floors: 42
  
• Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown
  15 E Ohio Street
  Chicago, IL
  5 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 130
  Number of Floors: 13
  

Hotels

• Embassy Suites Phoenix-Scottsdale
  4415 East Paradise Village Parkway South
  Phoenix, AZ
  5 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 270
  
• The Westin Peachtree Plaza
  210 Peachtree Street
  Atlanta, GA
  12 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 1068
  Number of Floors: 73
  
• New York Marriott East Side
  525 Lexington Avenue
  New York City, NY
  18 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 646
  Number of Floors: 35
  
• Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa
  1 Resort Dr
  Savannah, GA
  5 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 403
  Number of Floors: 16
  
• SpringHill Suites Seattle Downtown
  1800 Yale Ave.
  Seattle, WA
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 234
  Number of Floors: 10
  
• Riverside Hotel
  620 E. Las Olas Blvd
  Ft. Lauderdale, FL
  1 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 217
  Number of Floors: 12
  
• Omni Hotel at Park West
  1590 LBJ Freeway
  Dallas, TX
  6 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 337
  Number of Floors: 12
  
• Embassy Suites Hotel Chicago Downtown Lakefront
  511 North Columbus Drive
  Chicago, IL
  14 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 455
  Number of Floors: 18
  
• Hilton Los Angeles Airport
  5711 West Century Boulevard
  Los Angeles, CA
  18 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 1236
  Number of Floors: 17
  
• Sheraton National Hotel
  900 S Orme St
  Arlington, VA
  4 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 408
  Number of Floors: 16
  

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