Chicago guidebook

Andrea
Chicago guidebook

Neighborhoods

The West Loop is a trendy neighborhood west of downtown Chicago. This neighborhood is great for restaurant and bar hopping.
89 místní doporučují
West Loop
89 místní doporučují
The West Loop is a trendy neighborhood west of downtown Chicago. This neighborhood is great for restaurant and bar hopping.
The Bronzeville neighborhood has historic roots! Many soul and jazz artists have passed through here. This neighborhood also has great Lake Michigan access on 31st, 35th, 39th, and 41st streets.
32 místní doporučují
Bronzeville
32 místní doporučují
The Bronzeville neighborhood has historic roots! Many soul and jazz artists have passed through here. This neighborhood also has great Lake Michigan access on 31st, 35th, 39th, and 41st streets.
The historic Hyde Park neighborhood is a must see. This neighborhood is home to President Barack Obama and the University of Chicago. Be sure check out the bustling 57th and 53rd streets for a variety of entertainment, shopping, and dining options.
150 místní doporučují
Hyde Park
150 místní doporučují
The historic Hyde Park neighborhood is a must see. This neighborhood is home to President Barack Obama and the University of Chicago. Be sure check out the bustling 57th and 53rd streets for a variety of entertainment, shopping, and dining options.
Pilsen is a great neighborhood to explore if you are in the mood for great cocktails, live music at Thalia Hall, or Mexican food.
103 místní doporučují
Pilsen
103 místní doporučují
Pilsen is a great neighborhood to explore if you are in the mood for great cocktails, live music at Thalia Hall, or Mexican food.
Great neighborhood for shopping or checking out the local dining options
35 místní doporučují
South Loop
35 místní doporučují
Great neighborhood for shopping or checking out the local dining options
This a trendy district full of bars and restaurants
54 místní doporučují
Fulton Market
54 místní doporučují
This a trendy district full of bars and restaurants
Tons of restaurants and shops. Our favorite restaurant is MingHin. Driving in this neighborhood can be stressful!
217 místní doporučují
Chinatown
217 místní doporučují
Tons of restaurants and shops. Our favorite restaurant is MingHin. Driving in this neighborhood can be stressful!

Sightseeing

The lakefront trail is great for running, biking, walking, or even a picnic
229 místní doporučují
Lakefront Trail
Lakefront Trail
229 místní doporučují
The lakefront trail is great for running, biking, walking, or even a picnic
Grant Park is a great place for sightseeing or checking out local events.
332 místní doporučují
Grant Park
337 E Randolph St
332 místní doporučují
Grant Park is a great place for sightseeing or checking out local events.
This a great area for downtown Chicago shopping and people watching.
598 místní doporučují
Hot Tix - Mag Mile Location
598 místní doporučují
This a great area for downtown Chicago shopping and people watching.
This is a must see for a sports fan. Take the red line to Wrigley field to watch a Cubs game or have a beer at one of the nearby sports bars.
1004 místní doporučují
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison St
1004 místní doporučují
This is a must see for a sports fan. Take the red line to Wrigley field to watch a Cubs game or have a beer at one of the nearby sports bars.
Stop by Guaranteed Rate Field to check out a White Sox game. The stadium is walking distance from our home.
120 místní doporučují
Guaranteed Rate Field
333 W 35th St
120 místní doporučují
Stop by Guaranteed Rate Field to check out a White Sox game. The stadium is walking distance from our home.
Be sure to take a stroll on the beautiful campus of the University of Chicago.
122 místní doporučují
The University of Chicago
5801 S Ellis Ave
122 místní doporučují
Be sure to take a stroll on the beautiful campus of the University of Chicago.
Buckingham Fountain
301 South Columbus Drive
473 místní doporučují
Cloud Gate
201 E Randolph St
473 místní doporučují
Check out the Picasso sculpture in the plaza
Daley Plaza
50 W Washington St
Check out the Picasso sculpture in the plaza
300 místní doporučují
Soldier Field
1410 Special Olympics Dr
300 místní doporučují

Food scene

A Chicago classic
513 místní doporučují
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State St
513 místní doporučují
A Chicago classic
Great for tacos and margaritas. Be prepared for a long wait. Reservations are not accepted.
66 místní doporučují
La Vaca Margarita Bar
1160 W 18th St
66 místní doporučují
Great for tacos and margaritas. Be prepared for a long wait. Reservations are not accepted.
A Chicago classic
27 místní doporučují
Harold's Chicken Shack Fish & Pizza
1208 E 53rd St
27 místní doporučují
A Chicago classic
Newer rooftop inside of the hotel. It’s very spacious and close to Wintrust Arena or Soldier Field.
15 místní doporučují
VU Rooftop Bar
133 E Cermak Rd
15 místní doporučují
Newer rooftop inside of the hotel. It’s very spacious and close to Wintrust Arena or Soldier Field.
Rooftop with amazing lake views
124 místní doporučují
The J. Parker
1816 N Clark St
124 místní doporučují
Rooftop with amazing lake views
Very trendy rooftop bar downtown with craft cocktails. Try the frose!
Apogee
2 W Erie St
Very trendy rooftop bar downtown with craft cocktails. Try the frose!
A Chicago staple for burgers. Be prepared to wait. Reservations are not permitted
620 místní doporučují
Au Cheval
800 W Randolph St
620 místní doporučují
A Chicago staple for burgers. Be prepared to wait. Reservations are not permitted
A Chicago staple owned by Chef Stephanie Izard that can take months to get in. The roasted cauliflower is delicious. Call to make a reservation
496 místní doporučují
Girl & The Goat
809 W Randolph St
496 místní doporučují
A Chicago staple owned by Chef Stephanie Izard that can take months to get in. The roasted cauliflower is delicious. Call to make a reservation
A Chicago classic
519 místní doporučují
Giordano's
5311 S Blackstone Ave
519 místní doporučují
A Chicago classic
No-frills walk up restaurant, where you can get your fill on desserts. Seasonal operation.
10 místní doporučují
Sugar Shack
630 W 26th St
10 místní doporučují
No-frills walk up restaurant, where you can get your fill on desserts. Seasonal operation.
Great brunch spot in Lincoln Park. They have great French toast flights
11 místní doporučují
Frances' Deli and Brunchery
2552 N Clark St
11 místní doporučují
Great brunch spot in Lincoln Park. They have great French toast flights
Another Stephanie Izard owned restaurant. It gets very busy, so make a reservation well in advance.
30 místní doporučují
Duck Duck Goat
857 W Fulton Market
30 místní doporučují
Another Stephanie Izard owned restaurant. It gets very busy, so make a reservation well in advance.
20 místní doporučují
Do-Rite Donuts & Coffee
50 W Randolph St
20 místní doporučují
209 místní doporučují
Stan's Donuts & Coffee
1560 N Damen Ave
209 místní doporučují
A Chicago classic. Try the Chicago mix!
58 místní doporučují
Garrett Popcorn Shops
173 Michigan Ave
58 místní doporučují
A Chicago classic. Try the Chicago mix!
Amazing food! The short rib hummus and broccoli are the excellent.
28 místní doporučují
Aba
302 N Green St
28 místní doporučují
Amazing food! The short rib hummus and broccoli are the excellent.
A great place for brunch
19 místní doporučují
The Allis Chicago
113-125 N Green St
19 místní doporučují
A great place for brunch
No frills, eat to your heart’s content breakfast spot
23 místní doporučují
Pearl's Place Restaurant
3901 South Michigan Avenue
23 místní doporučují
No frills, eat to your heart’s content breakfast spot
Hip cafe and bakery that is a 5 min walk from our home.
Eméché Cakery & Cafe
3453 S Prairie Ave
Hip cafe and bakery that is a 5 min walk from our home.
A staple for brunch in Bronzeville. The Peach coffee is delicious.
21 místní doporučují
Peach's Restaurant
4652 S King Dr
21 místní doporučují
A staple for brunch in Bronzeville. The Peach coffee is delicious.
Perfect for a fancy steakhouse dinner
35 místní doporučují
RPM Steak
66 W Kinzie St
35 místní doporučují
Perfect for a fancy steakhouse dinner
Whimsical bar that has milkshakes with (or without) alcohol. It is also kid friendly.
6 místní doporučují
JoJo's Shake Bar
23 W Hubbard St
6 místní doporučují
Whimsical bar that has milkshakes with (or without) alcohol. It is also kid friendly.
Our favorite Chinese restaurant to dine in or takeout.
34 místní doporučují
MingHin Cuisine
2168 S Archer Ave
34 místní doporučují
Our favorite Chinese restaurant to dine in or takeout.

Doporučení související s městem

Místní doprava

Nearest Subway Line

The 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Green Line station is 7 min from our home. It is 20 min to downtown (that includes the walk)