Steps from Magnificent Mile shopping, Riverwalk, and Millennium Park.
City Style, Skyline Moments
Step from an Art Deco address into Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, then return for rooftop skyline views, 24-hour fitness, live jazz evenings and seasonal terrace experiences. With complimentary bicycles, direct access to The Shops at North Bridge and the Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Navy Pier and major museums nearby, days can move easily from shopping and sightseeing to lakefront adventures.
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Tonal Strength Training
Use the fitness center’s Tonal equipment for guided strength work, with cardio machines and free weights also available around the clock.
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Free-Weight Workout
Keep your routine moving with free weights in the 24-hour fitness center, located high above the city on the hotel’s eleventh floor.
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Complimentary Bike Ride
Borrow a complimentary bicycle and set out to explore nearby highlights such as the Magnificent Mile, Chicago Riverwalk and Navy Pier.
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Tipsy Tea Experience
Book the weekend Tipsy Tea experience, a boozy afternoon tea with a DJ, themed tea towers and tea-inspired cocktails or alcohol-free drinks.
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Peloton Cycling
Ride one of the hotel’s Peloton bikes in the 24-hour fitness center, ideal for a focused cardio session before a day on Michigan Avenue.
Treadmill Running
Log miles indoors on the fitness center treadmills, a convenient option in every Chicago season, from snowy winter mornings to humid summer days.
Rooftop Skyline Photography
Capture sweeping city views from the hotel’s rooftop terrace, with Art Deco style, twinkle-lit atmosphere and skyline backdrops ready for photos.
Live Jazz Evening
Enjoy the hotel’s scheduled Wine Wednesdays & Live Jazz, featuring live music by the Cosmic Jaywalkers from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
Fireside Camp Experience
Reserve the seasonal Camp Lux rooftop firepit experience, with fireside fondue, camp-inspired bites and whiskey cocktails during its winter run.
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Proposal Package Planning
Arrange one of the hotel’s proposal or romance packages for a photographed city celebration in an elegant downtown setting.
Terrace Event Hosting
Plan a private reception or celebration on the hotel’s terrace event spaces, including outdoor areas paired with ballrooms for larger gatherings.
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Ballroom Wedding Dancing
Host a wedding reception in the hotel’s Art Deco ballrooms, with space, dinner service, toast, dance floor and event setup available through packages.
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Magnificent Mile Shopping
Step directly from the hotel lobby into The Shops at North Bridge, then continue along Michigan Avenue for world-class Magnificent Mile shopping.
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Oak Street Browsing
Walk north to Oak Street’s luxury boutique district, where high-end international brands meet one of Chicago’s most polished shopping streets.
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Riverwalk Strolling
Cross the DuSable Bridge to the Chicago Riverwalk, about an eight-minute walk away, for waterfront promenades and skyline views.
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Navy Pier Wheel
Ride the Ferris wheel at Navy Pier, a 3,300-foot Lake Michigan pier reached by a 15- to 20-minute walk east.
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360 Chicago Viewing
Take in city and lake views from 360 Chicago at the former John Hancock Center, roughly half a mile from the hotel.
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Skydeck Ledge Stepping
Visit Willis Tower Skydeck and step onto the glass-floor Ledge, one of Chicago’s signature high-rise sightseeing experiences.
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Oak Street Swimming
Spend warm-weather hours at Oak Street Beach, a Lake Michigan city beach about a 10- to 20-minute walk from Michigan Avenue.
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Shedd Aquarium Touring
Explore marine life at Shedd Aquarium on Chicago’s Museum Campus, listed about 2.9 km from the hotel.
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Field Museum Exploring
Discover dinosaur halls and natural history exhibits at the Field Museum, located about 1.8 miles from the hotel.
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Art Institute Viewing
See masterworks at the Art Institute of Chicago, a renowned museum within a mile of the hotel and central sightseeing district.
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River Architecture Cruise
Board an architecture cruise near the Riverwalk at DuSable Bridge for a guided boat tour of Chicago’s celebrated riverfront skyline.
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House Of Blues Concert
Catch a live show at House of Blues Chicago, a nearby concert venue roughly half a mile from the hotel.
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Pritzker Pavilion Concert
Attend an open-air performance at Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, about a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
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Riverwalk Bike Ride
Cycle from the Riverwalk toward Navy Pier, following a classic downtown route that connects the riverfront with Lake Michigan views.
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Navy Pier Water Taxi
Take a water taxi toward Navy Pier as a scenic alternative to walking, with access from the riverfront near the Magnificent Mile.
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Soldier Field Visit
Tour or attend an event at Soldier Field, Chicago’s historic 1924 open-air stadium located about 3.3 km from the hotel.
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Segway City Tour
Join a nearby Segway rental or tour for a guided glide through Chicago streets and lakefront sightseeing areas.
What activities and entertainment are near The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago?
Guests staying at The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago are perfectly positioned for world-class shopping along the Magnificent Mile, with direct lobby access to The Shops at North Bridge. Nearby highlights also include the Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park's Cloud Gate sculpture, and the Navy Pier Ferris Wheel, all within easy reach of the hotel.
Is The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago close to Magnificent Mile shopping?
Yes, The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago sits right on the doorstep of the Magnificent Mile and offers enclosed, direct access from the hotel lobby into The Shops at North Bridge, a six-block shopping and dining complex, making it one of the easiest luxury bases in Chicago for retail therapy.
Can families enjoy activities at The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago?
The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago is a family-welcoming property where children of all ages are welcome, while the minimum age to check in is 21 for the booking guest. Families can easily explore nearby attractions such as Navy Pier, the Field Museum, and Millennium Park during their stay.
Does The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago make it easy to explore the Chicago Riverwalk?
Absolutely. The Chicago Riverwalk is only about a 0.4-mile, 8-minute walk from The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago by crossing the DuSable Bridge, offering a scenic riverside stroll just steps from the hotel.
Are bike or boat tours available near The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago?
Guests of The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago can take advantage of boat tours nearby, including architecture cruises along the Chicago River, as well as a Segway rental/tour nearby for a unique way to see the surrounding neighborhood.
What outdoor attractions can guests visit from The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago?
From The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago, guests can walk to Millennium Park to photograph the iconic Cloud Gate sculpture, head north to Oak Street Beach on Lake Michigan, or catch a performance at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, about a 10-minute drive away.
What museums are near The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago?
The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago is within easy reach of several renowned museums, including the Art Institute of Chicago, the Field Museum, and the Shedd Aquarium on Chicago's Museum Campus, all part of the city's central sightseeing cluster.
Can guests at The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago easily visit Navy Pier?
Yes, Navy Pier is roughly a 15-20 minute walk east of The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago via Grand Avenue, and guests can also reach it by water taxi or by biking the Riverwalk for a scenic alternative route.
Does The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago offer on-site outdoor spaces for relaxing between sightseeing?
The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago features a terrace, rooftop terrace, and garden areas where guests can unwind after a day of exploring the Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, or the Riverwalk.
What is the best way to see Chicago's skyline attractions from The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago?
Guests at The Gwen, Michigan Avenue Chicago can head to the 360 Chicago Observation Deck, about half a mile away, or the Willis Tower Skydeck Ledge, both offering sweeping views of the city skyline just a short trip from the hotel.
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