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10 Chicago day trips for a socially distanced getaway
Summer travel might look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still soak up the season with a short, sun-filled getaway.…
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Explore Chicago’s North Shore
Chicago’s North Shore is the perfect base for a trip to Chicago. Bordering the city along the shores of Lake Michigan, the North Shore is…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Free & cheap
10 things you shouldn’t miss at Chicago’s Millennium Park Campus
The Millennium Park Campus is the heart of Chicago. Locals and visitors alike gather here to picnic in the grass, cool off in the fountain,…
Family, Parks & outdoors
Family-friendly outdoor adventures in Chicago
Chicago’s nearly 600 parks and 26 miles of lakefront make it easy to enjoy the great outdoors in the middle of the city. Families can…
Food & drink
Chicago rooftop bars & restaurants
These Chicago rooftop bars and restaurants boast beautiful views, refreshing cocktails, and (of course) delicious menus that cover a diverse range of cuisines and cultures.…
Food & drink, Parks & outdoors, Shopping and fashion
Shop local at Chicago farmers markets
Chicago farmers markets are the perfect place to stock up on local produce — and get a taste of each neighborhood’s local flavor. These community…
Festivals & special events, Free & cheap, Music
Grant Park Music Festival
Free admission • Millennium Park Experience a summer of extraordinary music with 30+ free classical concerts. The Grant Park Music Festival has been a Chicago…
Food & drink, Nightlife
8 Chicago bars with great patios
There’s something about sitting outside that just makes beer taste better. At least, that’s what we’ve found at Chicago’s best bar patios. And since Chicago…
Sports & recreation
Chicago golf courses
Chicago and its suburbs make a superb golf destination. With over 200 golf courses to choose from, Chicago has plenty of options for the visitor…
Parks & outdoors, Sports & recreation
Chicago’s Lakefront Trail
Chicago’s scenic Lakefront Trail is an 18-mile paved path that follows the Lake Michigan shoreline on the city’s eastern edge. It extends from Ardmore Street…
Parks & outdoors
Fun in the sun on Chicago’s beaches
You might know Chicago as the birthplace of the skyscraper, the home of deep dish pizza, or as one of the largest urban cities in…
Food & drink, Nightlife
Outdoor dining: Chicago restaurants with great patios
There’s nothing like summertime in the city, when Chicago is overflowing with outdoor dining options. Looking for a secluded garden covered in romantic string lights?…
Food & drink, Nightlife
Chicago’s all season rooftop bars and lounges
Toast Chicago from a sky-high rooftop lounge that’s open all four seasons. Chilly temps and a few snowflakes are no match for determined rooftop lounge…
Parks & outdoors
Explore the 606 elevated park & trail
An abandoned railway has been given new life on Chicago’s west side. The 606 is an 2.7-mile elevated park and trail that was built on…
Free & cheap, Parks & outdoors
Free summer fun in Chicago’s parks and gardens
Welcome to a summer of free things to do in serene green spaces throughout the bustling city. Morning yoga? Movie under the stars? Perhaps a…
Parks & outdoors
Things to do at Chicago’s parks, gardens, and beaches
Chicago is an urban outdoor playground with 26 miles of lakefront, 25 beaches, miles of green space, and hundreds of parks — all connected by…
Parks & outdoors
Discover outdoor adventure in Chicago
Kayaking, walking, boating, biking, — whether you love the sound of a paddle hitting Lake Michigan’s waters, the whir of your bike spokes on a…
Parks & outdoors
Spend a day on the Chicago Riverwalk
Urban explorers love the Chicago Riverwalk, a 1.25-mile stretch located on the south bank of the Chicago River, right in the heart of downtown Chicago.…
Museums & art
Public art in the Chicago Loop
Chicago is something of a public art mecca. Picasso, Chagall, Miro, Calder, Dubuffet — legendary artists ornament the Loop, making the city streets an urban…
Blog
Public art in Chicago’s neighborhoods
Public art is practically around every corner in Chicago. Tour the city with your camera at the ready — in fact, don’t even bother putting…
Itineraries, Parks & outdoors
Chicago urban explorer guide
Chicago may be known as a metropolis, but its motto, “Urbs in Horto,” or “City in a Garden,” tells you everything about the mix of…
Museums & art
Street art & 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…
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…
Parks & outdoors, Sports & recreation
Ice skating in Chicago
One of the best parts about winter in Chicago is the array of charming ice rinks that pop up all across the city. These seasonal…
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