West Side, Chicago

Name: West Side
Address: Chicago, United States

#625 among attractions in Chicago

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The West Side is one of the three major sections of the city of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois, along with the North Side and the South Side. The West Side consists of communities that are of historical, cultural, and ideological importance to the history and development of Chicago. On the flag of Chicago, the West Side is represented by the central white stripe. ()

Coordinates: 41°52'2"N, 87°37'18"W

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Downtown (Near South Side)Chicago United States

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West Side – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Field Museum, Grant Park, Buddy Guy's Legends, Shedd Aquarium.

~1290 ftE
Museum, Natural history museum, Specialty museum
Field Museum, Chicago
7 min walk • The Field Museum, a beacon of natural history and culture, stands proudly in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1893 as the Columbian Museum of Chicago, it later took the name of its first major benefactor, Marshall Field, and has since become one of the largest such...
0.6 miN
Home to numerous Downtown attractions
Grant Park, Chicago
16 min walk • Grant Park, often referred to as "Chicago's front yard," is a lush urban oasis nestled in the heart of the city's bustling downtown. Spread across 319 acres, it is a verdant retreat that offers locals and tourists alike a respite from the concrete jungle.
0.5 miNW
Nightlife, Dancing
Buddy Guy's Legends, Chicago
13 min walk • Buddy Guy's Legends stands as a testament to the vibrant blues scene in Chicago, United States. This iconic music club was established in 1989 by the legendary blues musician Buddy Guy and has since become one of the most reputable venues for authentic blues music in...
0.4 miE
Aquatic creatures from around the world
Shedd Aquarium, Chicago
11 min walk • Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, the Shedd Aquarium is a premier attraction in the vibrant city of Chicago, offering an immersive experience into the aquatic world. This indoor public aquarium, which opened its doors in 1930, is home to over 32,000 aquatic...
0.4 miSE
Historic football stadium
Soldier Field, Chicago
11 min walk • Soldier Field stands as a testament to the rich sports history and architectural uniqueness in the heart of Chicago, United States. Originally opened in 1924 as a memorial to American soldiers who had died in wars, this iconic sport venue has since become synonymous...
0.6 miN
Elaborate rococo landmark from 1927
Buckingham Fountain, Chicago
16 min walk • Buckingham Fountain, a majestic Chicago landmark, is a beacon of grandeur amidst the city's bustling urban landscape. Situated in Grant Park, this fountain is one of the largest in the world and serves as a focal point for both residents and visitors alike.
~1600 ftE
Monuments and statues
Olmec Head, Chicago
8 min walk • Olmec Head, Number 8 is a colossal head sculpture. The original sculpture is located at the Museum of Anthropology in Xalapa, Veracruz.
~1900 ftE
Monuments and statues
Man with Fish, Chicago
10 min walk • Man with Fish is an outdoor fountain and sculpture by German artist Stephan Balkenhol, installed outside Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, in the U.S. state of Illinois. It is made from bronze that was then painted, and is 16 feet tall.
0.5 miE
Monuments and statues
Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, Chicago
13 min walk • The Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, also known as the Tadeusz Kościuszko Memorial and the Thaddeus Kosciuszko Memorial, is an outdoor sculpture by artist Kazimierz Chodziński depicting Tadeusz Kościuszko, installed in the median of East Solidarity Drive, near Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, in the U.S. state of Illinois.
0.6 miE
Monuments and statues
Karel Havlíček Monument, Chicago
15 min walk • The Karel Havlíček Monument is an outdoor monument and sculpture by Joseph Strachovsky commemorating Karel Havlíček Borovský, installed in the median of East Solidarity Drive, in Chicago's Northerly Island, in the U.S. state of Illinois. The statue was created in 1911 and installed in 1983.
0.5 miSE
Memorial, Park, Sculpture
Gold Star Families Memorial and Park, Chicago
13 min walk • Gold Star Families Memorial and Park is located east of Soldier Field in Chicago, in the U.S. state of Illinois. The memorial is maintained by the Chicago Police Department Honor Guard and is intended to honor 585 CPD officers who died in the line of duty. The memorial was dedicated in 2006 by the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to West Side?

Nearby attractions include One Museum Park, Chicago (1 min walk), South Side, Chicago (1 min walk), The Grant, Chicago (3 min walk), Statue of Christopher Columbus, Chicago (3 min walk).

How to get to West Side by public transport?

The nearest stations to West Side:

Bus

Roosevelt & Michigan/Indiana • Lines: 12, 130, 146 (3 min walk)
Indiana & 13th Street • Lines: 12 (4 min walk)

Train

Museum Campus/11th Street (4 min walk)
Van Buren Street (18 min walk)

Metro

Roosevelt • Lines: Green, Orange, Red (8 min walk)
Harrison • Lines: Red (16 min walk)