Guidebook for Chicago
Sightseeing
Millennium Park is a public park located in the Loop community area of Chicago. Cloud Gate of the "Bean" is one of the most unique and interesting sculptures to see at the promenade.
1243 locals recommend
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StMillennium Park is a public park located in the Loop community area of Chicago. Cloud Gate of the "Bean" is one of the most unique and interesting sculptures to see at the promenade.
The Chicago Riverwalk is an exciting open, pedestrian waterfront located on the south bank of the Chicago River.
273 locals recommend
Chicago Riverwalk
306-370 W Wacker DrThe Chicago Riverwalk is an exciting open, pedestrian waterfront located on the south bank of the Chicago River.
You can't truly experience Chicago without a trip to Navy Pier. This 50-acre playground of entertainment, museums, activities, restaurants, and shops is the perfect place for some family fun time.
933 locals recommend
Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveYou can't truly experience Chicago without a trip to Navy Pier. This 50-acre playground of entertainment, museums, activities, restaurants, and shops is the perfect place for some family fun time.
The Chicago Lakefront Trail is a foreshoreway for walking and cycling, running 18 miles along the coast of Lake Michigan. Go for a run or rent a Divvy bike and enjoy riding up the lakefront.
229 locals recommend
Lakefront Trail
Lakefront TrailThe Chicago Lakefront Trail is a foreshoreway for walking and cycling, running 18 miles along the coast of Lake Michigan. Go for a run or rent a Divvy bike and enjoy riding up the lakefront.
Lincoln Park Zoo is a free world of wildlife in the shadow of skyscrapers. Located within a verdant park, the zoo has been a natural, free oasis for generations of animal lovers.
1117 locals recommend
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StLincoln Park Zoo is a free world of wildlife in the shadow of skyscrapers. Located within a verdant park, the zoo has been a natural, free oasis for generations of animal lovers.
The Willis Tower is still commonly referred to as the Sears Tower. The Ledge, a glass balcony extending four feet outside the 103rd floor! The Skydeck is open 365 Days a Year.
348 locals recommend
Willis Tower Skydeck
The Willis Tower is still commonly referred to as the Sears Tower. The Ledge, a glass balcony extending four feet outside the 103rd floor! The Skydeck is open 365 Days a Year.
Largest indoor aquarium in the world, with more than 8000 aquatic animals.
673 locals recommend
Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrLargest indoor aquarium in the world, with more than 8000 aquatic animals.
Chicago's landmark is considered one of America's finest fountains due to its Beaux-Arts-style landscape design, finely wrought bronze sculpture and innovative use of technology.
219 locals recommend
Buckingham Fountain
301 S Columbus DrChicago's landmark is considered one of America's finest fountains due to its Beaux-Arts-style landscape design, finely wrought bronze sculpture and innovative use of technology.
Home of the Chicago Bears and area events, Soldier Field is an American football stadium on the Near South Side. It has opened in 1924.
24 locals recommend
Soldier Field & Field Museum station
Home of the Chicago Bears and area events, Soldier Field is an American football stadium on the Near South Side. It has opened in 1924.
Shopping
The Magnificent Mile, sometimes referred to as The Mag Mile, is an upscale section of Chicago's Michigan Avenue, containing a mixture of upscale department stores, restaurants, luxury retailers.
598 locals recommend
Hot Tix - Mag Mile Location
The Magnificent Mile, sometimes referred to as The Mag Mile, is an upscale section of Chicago's Michigan Avenue, containing a mixture of upscale department stores, restaurants, luxury retailers.
T.J. Maxx
11 N State StGreat savings at T.J. Maxx for shopping on a budget.
Recognized as a National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Macy's State Street is a Macy's flagship destination and a true American original.
70 locals recommend
Macy's
111 North State StreetRecognized as a National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Macy's State Street is a Macy's flagship destination and a true American original.
Indulge in brands you love at the best shopping mall in Chicago.
327 locals recommend
Water Tower Place
835 Michigan AveIndulge in brands you love at the best shopping mall in Chicago.
Everything Else
CVS Pharmacy is conveniently located at Michigan Plaza, a block east from the building.
135 locals recommend
CVS
2427 W Chicago AveCVS Pharmacy is conveniently located at Michigan Plaza, a block east from the building.
My favorite spot in the city! Discover a new version of yoga with their unlimited 7-day trial.
73 locals recommend
CorePower Yoga
945 W George StMy favorite spot in the city! Discover a new version of yoga with their unlimited 7-day trial.
Arts & Culture
Check out the featured events of the iconic Chicago Theatre:
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com/
133 locals recommend
The Chicago Theatre
175 N State StCheck out the featured events of the iconic Chicago Theatre:
http://www.thechicagotheatre.com/
The Art Institute of Chicago is an encyclopedic art museum located in Chicago's Grant Park. It features a collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in its permanent collection
1159 locals recommend
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan AveThe Art Institute of Chicago is an encyclopedic art museum located in Chicago's Grant Park. It features a collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in its permanent collection
Founded in 1893, one of the world's great natural history museums, with a world-renowned scientific staff and collections of more than 20 million specimens.
657 locals recommend
The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore DrFounded in 1893, one of the world's great natural history museums, with a world-renowned scientific staff and collections of more than 20 million specimens.
Essentials
Mariano's
2021 W Chicago AveShop for fresh groceries at Mariano's.
The closest Whole Foods Market is located 7-10min away from the building.
836 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
3640 N Halsted StThe closest Whole Foods Market is located 7-10min away from the building.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cocktails, panoramic views & light bites on the 96th floor of the John Hancock building.
525 locals recommend
The Signature Room at the 95th®
875 N Michigan AveCocktails, panoramic views & light bites on the 96th floor of the John Hancock building.
A summer hotspot on the 27th floor of theWit Hotel, with skyline views & upmarket cocktails.
67 locals recommend
ROOF on theWit
201 N State StA summer hotspot on the 27th floor of theWit Hotel, with skyline views & upmarket cocktails.
Stained-glass-accented Irish bar with outdoor patio, TVs & bar menu with Irish fare & burgers.
9 locals recommend
Emerald Loop Bar & Grill
216 N Wabash AveStained-glass-accented Irish bar with outdoor patio, TVs & bar menu with Irish fare & burgers.
Skyline views inform this upscale, seasonal lounge serving refreshments on a hotel rooftop.
11 locals recommend
Terrace 16
401 N Wabash AveSkyline views inform this upscale, seasonal lounge serving refreshments on a hotel rooftop.
Tiki drinks (flaming options included), 200+ rums & luau bites in a retro Polynesian-island setting.
125 locals recommend
Three Dots and a Dash
435 N Clark StTiki drinks (flaming options included), 200+ rums & luau bites in a retro Polynesian-island setting.
Lounge on the 26th floor of the Dana Hotel & Spa, with year-round patio, DJs & impressive views.
30 locals recommend
Vertigo Sky Lounge
2 West Erie StreetLounge on the 26th floor of the Dana Hotel & Spa, with year-round patio, DJs & impressive views.
Inventive craft cocktails are the draw at this chic, speakeasy-inspired rooftop Rafaello Hotel bar.
21 locals recommend
Drumbar
201 E Delaware PlInventive craft cocktails are the draw at this chic, speakeasy-inspired rooftop Rafaello Hotel bar.
Food Scene
Hot spot where Stephanie Izard serves up innovative small plates from a dramatic open kitchen.
496 locals recommend
Girl & The Goat
809 W Randolph StHot spot where Stephanie Izard serves up innovative small plates from a dramatic open kitchen.
Adventurous small plates plus house-cured meats & a lengthy wine list in small, lively quarters.
99 locals recommend
The Purple Pig Restaurant
444 Michigan AveAdventurous small plates plus house-cured meats & a lengthy wine list in small, lively quarters.
This high-end restaurant focuses on seafood, though steaks, salads & bar food are also on the menu.
Catch 35
35 W Wacker DrThis high-end restaurant focuses on seafood, though steaks, salads & bar food are also on the menu.
Spanish tapas, paella & pitchers of sangria fuel a lively scene at this classic Chicago restaurant.
152 locals recommend
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
2024 N Halsted StSpanish tapas, paella & pitchers of sangria fuel a lively scene at this classic Chicago restaurant.
Inventive American eats plus a long list of beers in a lively space with Millennium Park views.
49 locals recommend
The Gage
24 S Michigan AveInventive American eats plus a long list of beers in a lively space with Millennium Park views.
Chef Mario Batali's sprawling, modern outpost featuring a range of Italian eateries & food markets.
140 locals recommend
Eataly Chicago
43 E Ohio StChef Mario Batali's sprawling, modern outpost featuring a range of Italian eateries & food markets.
Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.
519 locals recommend
Giordano's
5311 S Blackstone AveKnown for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.
Area mini-chain with Malnati roots that dishes deep-dish & thin-crust pies plus pasta & more.
32 locals recommend
Pizano's Pizza & Pasta
61 E Madison StArea mini-chain with Malnati roots that dishes deep-dish & thin-crust pies plus pasta & more.
Posh rooftop restaurant & lounge in the Godfrey Hotel offering New American fare, booze & more.
30 locals recommend
IO Godfrey Rooftop Lounge
127 W Huron StPosh rooftop restaurant & lounge in the Godfrey Hotel offering New American fare, booze & more.
Best afternoon tea on a Sunday. Tea at the Peninsula is a fantastic experience. The service is always exceptional. The food is always delicious.
9 locals recommend
The Peninsula Chicago
108 E Superior StBest afternoon tea on a Sunday. Tea at the Peninsula is a fantastic experience. The service is always exceptional. The food is always delicious.
Upscale Ralph Lauren restaurant serving American classics in a sophisticated setting.
18 locals recommend
RL Restaurant
115 E Chicago AveUpscale Ralph Lauren restaurant serving American classics in a sophisticated setting.
Upscale restaurant & bar serving seasonal Mediterranean fare prepared with flavored olive oils.
26 locals recommend
FIG & OLIVE
104 E Oak StUpscale restaurant & bar serving seasonal Mediterranean fare prepared with flavored olive oils.
Pasta, steaks & seafood served in a sleek, group-friendly eatery backed by Giuliana & Bill Rancic.
41 locals recommend
RPM Italian
52 W Illinois StPasta, steaks & seafood served in a sleek, group-friendly eatery backed by Giuliana & Bill Rancic.