Near North Side, Chicago

Name: Near North Side
Address: Chicago, United States

#238 among attractions in Chicago

Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district

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The Near North Side is the eighth of Chicago's 77 community areas. It is the northernmost of the three areas that constitute central Chicago, the others being the Loop and the Near South Side. The community area is located north and east of the Chicago River. To its east is Lake Michigan, and its northern boundary is the early 19th-century city limit of Chicago, North Avenue. In 2020 the Near North Side had 105,481 residents, surpassing Lake View as the largest Chicago community area by population. It is also the most densely populated community area and has the second most skyscrapers, after the Loop. With the exception of Goose Island, the Near North Side is known for its extreme affluence, typified by the Gold Coast, Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, and its world-famous skyscrapers. ()

Alternative names: Area: 2.72 mi²Coordinates: 41°54'0"N, 87°37'48"W

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Downtown (Near North Side)Chicago United States

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Near North Side – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Magnificent Mile, Michigan Avenue, Oak Street, John Hancock Center.

0.5 miSE
Shopping, Shopping district
Magnificent Mile, Chicago
13 min walk • The Magnificent Mile, often referred to simply as The Mag Mile, is a prestigious stretch of Michigan Avenue in Chicago that runs from the Chicago River to Oak Street in the Near North Side. Known as one of the great avenues of the world, this shopping district is famed...
~1980 ftSE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Michigan Avenue, Chicago
10 min walk • Michigan Avenue, often referred to as The Magnificent Mile, is an iconic boulevard in the heart of Chicago, United States, renowned for its vibrant shopping district. This prestigious segment of the avenue, running from the Chicago River to Oak Street, boasts an...
~1160 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Oak Street, Chicago
6 min walk • Oak Street, though much less famous than its Parisian counterpart, is one of the most prestigious streets in Chicago, known primarily for its exclusive shopping. Located in close proximity to the Gold Coast, one of the city's wealthiest neighborhoods, Oak Street offers...
~1940 ftE
Sky-high city views from 94th-floor deck
John Hancock Center, Chicago
10 min walk • Rising above the skyline of Chicago, the John Hancock Center is an iconic skyscraper that has become synonymous with the city's architectural grandeur. Completed in 1969, this towering structure stands at an impressive 1,128 feet (344 meters), making it one of the...
~1830 ftSE
Art gallery inside a historic landmark
Chicago Water Tower, Chicago
9 min walk • The Chicago Water Tower stands as a historic landmark in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic structure, with its Gothic Revival style, is one of the few buildings that survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. The tower's distinct appearance, resembling a...
0.5 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago
13 min walk • The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) in Chicago, United States, is a premier destination for art enthusiasts and a pivotal venue for modern art in the region. Founded in 1967, the museum has established itself as a center for thought-provoking exhibitions...
~1600 ftSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Holy Name Cathedral, Chicago
8 min walk • Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago, Illinois is the seat of the Archdiocese of Chicago, one of the largest Roman Catholic dioceses in the United States. The current Archbishop of Chicago is Cardinal Blase J. Cupich.
~830 ftNE
Park
Mariano Park, Chicago
5 min walk • Mariano Park is a small public park in Chicago at the intersection of Rush Street and State Street in Gold Coast. It has an official address of 1031 North State Street. The land was initially acquired by the city in 1848 but was not transferred to the Chicago Park District until 1959.
~1460 ftE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Fourth Presbyterian Church, Chicago
8 min walk • The Fourth Presbyterian Church of Chicago is one of the largest congregations of the Presbyterian Church, located in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood of Chicago, directly across Michigan Avenue from the John Hancock Center.
0.4 miSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Concerts and shows
St. James Cathedral, Chicago
11 min walk • St. James Cathedral is the mother church of the Episcopal Church in the United States of America Diocese of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois. The cathedral stands at the corner of Huron and Wabash streets.
0.4 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Sports Museum, Chicago
12 min walk • The Chicago Sports Museum is a 23,000-square-foot museum located along the Magnificent Mile at the Water Tower Place mall in Chicago.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Near North Side?

Nearby attractions include Washington Square Park, Chicago (2 min walk), William Waller House, Chicago (2 min walk), Newberry Plaza, Chicago (4 min walk), Mariano Park, Chicago (5 min walk).

How to get to Near North Side by public transport?

The nearest stations to Near North Side:

Bus

Walton & Clark • Lines: 22, 70, (N) N22 (2 min walk)
Dearborn & Delaware • Lines: 22, (N) N22 (2 min walk)

Metro

Chicago • Lines: Brown, Purple, Red (11 min walk)
Clark/Division • Lines: Red (8 min walk)

Train

Millennium Station (29 min walk)
Ogilvie Transportation Center (32 min walk)