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. Take a fun excursion to United Center. There's plenty more to see, including UIC Pavilion and Addams/Medill Park.
How to get to Near West Side
Near West Side is located 1.9 mi (3 km) from the heart of Chicago.
Flying to:
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 14.3 mi (23 km) from Near West Side
- Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), 7.1 mi (11.5 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:
- Polk Station (Pink Line)
- Racine Station
- Illinois Medical District Station
Things to see and do in and around Near West Side
What to see in Near West Side
- United Center
- University of Illinois Chicago
- UIC Pavilion
- Addams/Medill Park
- Union Park
Things to do in Near West Side
- Maxwell Street Market
- Milwaukee Avenue
