Chicago Like a Local blog

Unique perspectives on the city from the people who live here.

Museums & art

Street art and murals in Chicago’s neighborhoods

Chicago is a living canvas — literally. Tens of thousands of square feet of murals make their home on bridges, buildings, train stations, and even…

Museums & art

Chicago art gallery districts

Chicago is an internationally recognized art and design hub, so it’s little surprise that you’ll find commercial art galleries here in abundance. A number of…

Museums & art

10 must-see museums near the Chicago Loop

The Loop’s major museums are among the largest of their kind in the country, home to collections you won’t see anywhere else in the nation.…

Articles, Parks & outdoors

Ecotourism in Chicago

A famous frog once said, “It’s not easy being green.” He was right. Chicago is a city anchored in industrial roots and approaching a population…

Arts, culture & entertainment

How to spend a night out in Old Town, Chicago

There’s a lot to love about the Old Town neighborhood in Chicago. This charming pocket of Chicago feels like a different city in itself with…

LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ wedding venues in Chicago

Happily ever after starts in Chicago! It’s an amazing city for memorable milestones, with a stunning array of venues for all styles and budgets. So…

Free & cheap, Itineraries

48-hour budget Chicago itinerary

Here’s the skinny on two days of budget-friendly Chicago sights and experiences, covering everything from beer tastings to neighborhood tours and attractions you won’t want…

Itineraries, Tours & attractions

Explore the Chicago World’s Fair

The Chicago World’s Fair in 1893 is one of the city’s most famous (and infamous) events. Often called “the fair that changed America”, the massive…

Architecture & history, Museums & art

Chicago’s historic house museums

Open the door onto history – you’ll feel right at home. Explore Chicago’s extraordinary historic house museums, and walk in the footsteps of Frank Lloyd…