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West Ridge

Illinois, United States · North America

About West Ridge

West Ridge works well as a base: 10 minutes from Albany Park, 14km from Route 66 - Chicago Start.

West Ridge is a town located in Illinois, United States. With a population of 72,211, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, West Ridge sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Chicago time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add West Ridge to your route.

About West Ridge

The Talman West Ridge Bungalow Historic District is a residential historic district in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. 181 of the district's 272 buildings are either brick Chicago bungalows or older stucco bungalows built from 1919 to 1930. As homeownership became more affordable in early twentieth

Read more century Chicago, the bungalow became popular for its easily and cheaply replicated design, and tens of thousands of the homes were built throughout the city. West Ridge, a lightly developed area on Chicago's northern border, was typical of the neighborhoods that were dominated by new bungalows. While a variety of developers and architects built the district's bungalows in distinctive fashions, the homes' similar designs and consistent setbacks from the street give the district a cohesive appearance. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 10, 2008.

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West Ridge offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is West Ridge located?

West Ridge is located in Illinois, United States, North America. The coordinates are 41.9997 latitude, -87.6928 longitude.

What is the population of West Ridge?

West Ridge has a population of approximately 72,211 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
72,211
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Illinois
Timezone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.9997, -87.6928

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Worth the detour from West Ridge

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Willis Tower (Sears Tower)

Iconic 110-storey Chicago skyscraper with a glass-floored Skydeck, once the tallest building in the world.

14 km · about 25 min drive

historic highway

Route 66 - Chicago Start

The 'Begin Route 66' sign on Adams Street at Michigan Avenue marks the start of the 2,448-mile Mother Road to Santa Monica: the classic photo stop before heading west.

14 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Lou Mitchell's

Serving double-yolk eggs and free Milk Duds since 1923, this Chicago diner beside the start of Route 66 is the traditional first breakfast of the Mother Road journey.

14 km · about 25 min drive

museum

Art Institute of Chicago

One of the oldest and largest art museums in the US, renowned for its Impressionist collection and Grant Wood's American Gothic.

15 km · about 25 min drive

museum

Field Museum of Natural History

Home to Sue, the largest and most complete T. rex ever found, along with extensive anthropological and geological collections.

16 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Shedd Aquarium

Iconic Chicago aquarium on the Lake Michigan waterfront housing over 32,000 animals from around the world.

16 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near West Ridge

  • Right hereRoute 66 - Chicago StartThe 'Begin Route 66' sign on Adams Street at Michigan Avenue marks the start of the 2,448-mile Mother Road to Santa Monica: the classic photo stop before heading west.

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