Mike's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Shedd Aquarium is an indoor public aquarium in Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. Opened on May 30, 1930, the 5 million US gal aquarium was for some time the largest indoor facility in the world. Today it holds about 32,000 animals.
673 locals recommend
Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore DrShedd Aquarium is an indoor public aquarium in Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. Opened on May 30, 1930, the 5 million US gal aquarium was for some time the largest indoor facility in the world. Today it holds about 32,000 animals.
Millennium Park is part of the larger Grant Park, located in downtown Chicago. Located close to many of the major attractions, as well as great shopping, this area of the city is a convenient place to enjoy yourself.
1243 locals recommend
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StMillennium Park is part of the larger Grant Park, located in downtown Chicago. Located close to many of the major attractions, as well as great shopping, this area of the city is a convenient place to enjoy yourself.
Navy Pier is made up of 50 acres of gardens, attractions, shops, restaurants, concert venues, and parks. There is a 150 ft Ferris wheel and a historic carousel in Navy Pier Park.
6 locals recommend
Navy Pier Marina
600 E Grand AveNavy Pier is made up of 50 acres of gardens, attractions, shops, restaurants, concert venues, and parks. There is a 150 ft Ferris wheel and a historic carousel in Navy Pier Park.
Museum of Science and Industry, founded in 1933, and arguably the most impressive museum in Chicago. It is devoted to the application of natural laws in technological and industrial development.
483 locals recommend
Museum of Science and Industry
5700 S Lake Shore DrMuseum of Science and Industry, founded in 1933, and arguably the most impressive museum in Chicago. It is devoted to the application of natural laws in technological and industrial development.
The 110 story Sears Tower, now Willis Tower, was the world's tallest office block.
The building is 1,453 feet tall with an observation area, called the SkyDeck, on the 103rd floor, 1,353 feet above the ground.
324 locals recommend
Willis Tower
233 S Wacker DrThe 110 story Sears Tower, now Willis Tower, was the world's tallest office block.
The building is 1,453 feet tall with an observation area, called the SkyDeck, on the 103rd floor, 1,353 feet above the ground.
Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain is one of the largest in the world. Designed in the period's iconic Art Deco style, the central fountain is surrounded by four seahorses that represent Lake Michigan's four bordering states.
219 locals recommend
Buckingham Fountain
301 S Columbus Dr Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain is one of the largest in the world. Designed in the period's iconic Art Deco style, the central fountain is surrounded by four seahorses that represent Lake Michigan's four bordering states.
Field Museum of Natural History was founded in 1893 to showcase the biological and anthropological collections gathered for the World Columbian Exposition.
657 locals recommend
The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore DrField Museum of Natural History was founded in 1893 to showcase the biological and anthropological collections gathered for the World Columbian Exposition.
Wrigley Field, home to the Chicago Cubs, was built in 1914 and is the second-oldest Major League Baseball park in the US, second only to Fenway Park in Boston.
1004 locals recommend
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison StWrigley Field, home to the Chicago Cubs, was built in 1914 and is the second-oldest Major League Baseball park in the US, second only to Fenway Park in Boston.
Food scene
Giordano's
5311 S Blackstone AveFrom brunch to dinner, The Dawson is a modern yet rustic dining adventure with a gorgeous patio you’ll love. Shared plates like the Macha Duck Wings only begin the delicious dining at The Dawson; try entrees like the Butcher Pork Chop or the Mushroom Pappardelle under the string lights of the patio. Frozen beverages like the Camp Crystal Lake and seasonal cocktails like the Doggie Paddle complete the refreshing outdoor experience. Oh, and did we mention the patio is covered in living walls? Let’s just say you’re in for a great Instagram pic.
63 locals recommend
The Dawson
730 W Grand AveFrom brunch to dinner, The Dawson is a modern yet rustic dining adventure with a gorgeous patio you’ll love. Shared plates like the Macha Duck Wings only begin the delicious dining at The Dawson; try entrees like the Butcher Pork Chop or the Mushroom Pappardelle under the string lights of the patio. Frozen beverages like the Camp Crystal Lake and seasonal cocktails like the Doggie Paddle complete the refreshing outdoor experience. Oh, and did we mention the patio is covered in living walls? Let’s just say you’re in for a great Instagram pic.
Portillo's Restaurant Group, Inc. is an American fast-casual restaurant chain based in the Chicago area that specializes in serving Chicago-style food such as hot dogs, Maxwell Street Polish, and Italian Beef.
270 locals recommend
Portillo's Hot Dogs
100 W Ontario StPortillo's Restaurant Group, Inc. is an American fast-casual restaurant chain based in the Chicago area that specializes in serving Chicago-style food such as hot dogs, Maxwell Street Polish, and Italian Beef.
Home Run Inn is a restaurant chain known for their Chicago-style pizza as well as frozen pizzas. Home Run Inn is headquartered in Woodridge, Illinois of the United States.
24 locals recommend
Home Run Inn Pizza
3215 N Sheffield AveHome Run Inn is a restaurant chain known for their Chicago-style pizza as well as frozen pizzas. Home Run Inn is headquartered in Woodridge, Illinois of the United States.
Old-school 24/7 hotdog stand (started in 1939) boasting the original Maxwell Street Polish sausage.
11 locals recommend
Jim's Original
1250 S Union AveOld-school 24/7 hotdog stand (started in 1939) boasting the original Maxwell Street Polish sausage.
Fresh Ingredients. Quality Seafood. Made To Order. Quickly Prepared.
27 locals recommend
Brown Bag Seafood Co.
340 E Randolph StFresh Ingredients. Quality Seafood. Made To Order. Quickly Prepared.
BBQ & bar fare plus lots of brews & keg cocktails in a laid-back, sports-pub setting with a patio.
7 locals recommend
Jake Melnick's Corner Tap
41 E Superior StBBQ & bar fare plus lots of brews & keg cocktails in a laid-back, sports-pub setting with a patio.
Smith & Wollensky, America's premier steakhouse, serving USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, premium seafood and award-winning wines.
7 locals recommend
Smith & Wollensky - Chicago
318 N State StSmith & Wollensky, America's premier steakhouse, serving USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, premium seafood and award-winning wines.