Chicago’s tourism sector is encountering a decline in the number of international visitors in 2026. Despite this decrease, the city is seeing a strengthening of domestic travel, which is helping to offset the overall drop in foreign arrivals.
Alongside the rise in domestic travelers, major events taking place in Chicago are significantly contributing to a surge in hotel bookings. The summer of 2026, in particular, is expected to be a landmark period for the city’s hotel industry, with occupancy levels reaching record highs driven by these gatherings.
