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…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
Chicago Like a Local blog
Unique perspectives on the city from the people who live here.
Parks & outdoors
7 things you didn’t know about the Chicago Riverwalk
There’s so much more to do at the Chicago Riverwalk than simply stroll along a picturesque river. The Riverwalk is a lifestyle — a uniquely…
LGBTQ+, Tours & attractions
Explore Chicago’s LGBTQ+ legacy through these historic homes
It’s hard not to feel at home in a city where LGBTQ+ history runs deep. In every corner of Chicago, you can trace historic markers…
LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ Chicago weekend itinerary
You’ll need more than two days to hit all of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ hotspots — but a weekend here is a good start. Whether you love…
LGBTQ+
Meet the locals behind Chicago’s LGBTQ-owned businesses
Meet a few of the people behind Chicago’s many notable LGBTQ+ owned businesses — from the dynamic force that is Women and Children First to the…
Bucket list, Family
2 days of Chicago family fun for every season
Any season is a great season to visit Chicago with the kids. Whether they love the sun or go giddy for snow, our two-day itinerary…
Parks & outdoors
Chicago zoos
The Chicago area is lucky enough to have not one, but two award-winning zoos. Our Lincoln Park neighborhood is home to one of the oldest…
Itineraries
Explore Polish culture in Chicago’s neighborhoods
Chicago is home to a thriving Polish community that has been an integral part of our city’s culture for generations. The Polish population here is…
Itineraries, Music
Music lover’s weekend in Chicago
Ready for a music-filled weekend in Chicago? While it’s impossible to fit all of Chicago’s legendary venues into just a few days, this jam-packed itinerary…
Free & cheap
Enjoy free theatre events in Chicago all summer long
It’s the Year of Chicago Theatre, and this summer is packed with plenty of ways to join the celebration. There’s outdoor movie screenings, theatre performances…
Tours & attractions
Your Chicago summer bucket list for 2019
Chicago in the summer is unlike anything else. The whole city is buzzing as visitors and locals head outdoors to soak in every last ray…
Special events
Celebrate summer with these free events at the Chicago Riverwalk
What: Chicago Riverwalk Season Celebration When: Monday, May 13 – Sunday, May 18, 2019 Where: Chicago Riverwalk between Lake Street and Lake Shore Drive What…
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