Free & cheap, Parks & outdoors
Your guide to the Chicago Riverwalk
Located on the south bank of the Chicago River, the award-winning, pedestrian-friendly Chicago Riverwalk stretches 1.25 miles from Lake Michigan to Lake Street. Along the…
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Chicago barbecue hotspots
Sweet, smoky, spicy. Wet, dry, sauce on the side. Traditional, globally influenced, or Chicago style. This city does barbecue in all the ways you can…
Festivals & special events, Museums & art
Chicago museums open late for after-hours events
Chicago’s museums are packed with fascinating, immersive exhibits on every topic you can imagine — and the fun doesn’t have to stop when the sun…
Food & drink, Parks & outdoors
Chicago Riverwalk restaurants and bars
The Chicago Riverwalk is one of the city’s most beautiful outdoor spaces, where you can find public art, boat tours, kayak rentals, and stunning city…
Tours & attractions
12 unique Chicago tours
You never know where a tour of Chicago might take you. You might find yourself sitting in the Chicago Cubs dugout, looking for ghosts in…
Food & drink, Nightlife, Sports & recreation
Your guide to sports bars in Chicago
Chicago is home to an array of legendary pro sports teams, from the iconic Bulls basketball team to the Cubs vs. Sox baseball rivalry to…
Food & drink
Michelin Bib Gourmand dining in Chicago
Every year, Michelin unveils its annual guides to the top restaurants in the world. Along with the prestigious Michelin stars, the global dining guru also…
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The ultimate Chicago bucket list
There’s a lot of ways you can do Chicago. If you’re going for the first time, you’ll want to hit up all the classics. We’ve…
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The best things to do in Chicago
Headed to Chicago? You’ve got a lot of ground to cover. This guide breaks down all the best parts of our city, from our stunning…
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Chicago’s James Beard Award winners
Chicago is proud to be home to over 50 James Beard Award winners. Since the first ceremony in 1991, this national award has become the…
Architecture & history
Your guide Frank Lloyd Wright in Chicago
If you’re a Frank Lloyd Wright fan, you’re going to love Chicago. We’re a treasure trove of Wright buildings and Prairie-school gems, with nearby Oak…
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Chicago breweries by neighborhood
The craft beer scene in Chicago is exploding. The city has been dubbed the craft beer capital of the country, with more than 160 breweries…
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