What's Near West Side like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Near West Side, especially its shops. Enjoy the neighbourhood's live music and theatre scene. Nature lovers can visit Union Park and Mary Bartelme Park. There's plenty more to see, including Credit Union 1 Arena and United Center.
How to get to Near West Side
Flying to:
- Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Near West Side
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 14.3 mi (23 km) from Near West Side
- Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 20.7 mi (33.3 km) from Near West Side
Travelling to Near West Side by train
You'll find the following train stations in the neighbourhood:
- Chicago Union Station
- Chicago Halsted Station
Getting to Near West Side on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Racine Station
- Polk Station (Pink Line)
- Illinois Medical District Station
Things to see and do in and around Near West Side
What to see in Near West Side
- Credit Union 1 Arena
- Union Park
- United Center
- University of Illinois Chicago
- Michael Jordan Statue
Things to do in Near West Side
- Milwaukee Avenue
- Provision Theater
- Jane Addams' Hull-House Museum
- Mars Gallery
- Packer Schopf Gallery
Other popular Near West Side attractions
- Old St Patrick’s Church
- The Old Post Office
- St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church
- Mary Bartelme Park
- Addams/Medill Park