Evanston, IL
Travel Guide





Visit Evanston
Where to stay in Evanston

North Evanston
The restaurants and shopping are just a few things visitors like about North Evanston. Ryan Field and Welsh-Ryan Arena are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Central Station (Purple Line) or Noyes Station to get around the larger area.

South Evanston
South Evanston is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Lake Michigan and Dawes Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Main Street Metro Station or South Boulevard Station to get around.

Downtown Evanston
While you're in Downtown Evanston, take in top sights like Halim Time & Glass Museum and jump on the metro at Davis Metro Station to see more of the city.

The Wade

Congress Plaza Hotel

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Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field
Catch an event at Wrigley Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Michigan Avenue
You can enjoy some retail therapy 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
With a visit to Navy Pier, a favorite shopping spot in Chicago, you can enjoy some retail therapy. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

McCormick Place
During your trip, find out what's happening at McCormick Place, a top convention center in Chicago. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Millennium Park
After visiting Millennium Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

Soldier Field
Catch an event at Soldier Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
- Northwestern University
- Halim Time & Glass Museum
- Grosse Point Lighthouse
- Ryan Field
- Evanston Hospital
- Clark Street Beach
- Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
- Evanston History Center
- Dawes Park
- Dog Beach
- Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
- Evanston Cellars
- Presence St. Francis Hospital
- FEW Spirits
- Lee Street Beach
- South Boulevard Beach
- Greenwood Street Beach