What's River North Like?
Visitors really like River North, especially its museums, bars, and riverfront access. Make sure to enjoy this scenic neighborhood's great restaurants and shops. With a trip to Shops at North Bridge or State Street, you might find the perfect souvenir. There's plenty more to see, including Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in River North?
We have 403 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are our travelers' favorite lodging options in River North:
Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Hotel with 2 restaurants, bar- Free WiFi • Health club • 24-hour front desk
The Penthouse at Grand Plaza
Hotel with outdoor pool- Free WiFi • Sauna • Fitness center • Rooftop terrace • Garden
The Langham, Chicago
Luxury hotel with spa, indoor pool- Free WiFi • Restaurant • Spa tub • Health club • Central location
Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown/River North
Hotel with restaurant, 24-hour fitness center- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Cafe • Central location
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown
City-center hotel with indoor pool- Free breakfast • Free in-room WiFi • Fitness center • Pool loungers • Walkable location
How to Get to River North
Flying to:
- Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), 9 mi (14.6 km) from River North
- Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from River North
- Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 20.6 mi (33.2 km) from River North
Getting to River North on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- Merchandise Mart Station
- Chicago Station (Brown Line)
- Grand Station (Red Line)
Things to See and Do in and around River North
What to See in River North
- Merchandise Mart
- Marina City
- The East Bank Club
- Tree Studio Complex
- Former Medinah Temple
Things to Do in River North
- Bally's Casino Chicago
- House of Blues Chicago
- Shops at North Bridge
- State Street
- Driehaus Museum