In the last few months, I’ve noticed that one of the most frequently asked questions I get on Tumblr tends to go something like this…
“I’m visiting Chicago soon and I was wondering if you could tell me your favorite things to do in the city, what the best restaurants are, & any must-see spots I should visit?”
Especially given that it’s summer, people are traveling a lot and I’ve been getting these sorts of questions even more than usual in the last few weeks! This led me to the idea of compiling a list of some of my favorite spots in Chicago as well as some suggestions from friends! This list isn’t just for tourists, it’s meant for anyone (including residents) looking for something fun or different to do in or near the city of Chicago!
Especially given that it’s summer, people are traveling a lot and I’ve been getting these sorts of questions even more than usual in the last few weeks! This led me to the idea of compiling a list of some of my favorite spots in Chicago as well as some suggestions from friends! This list isn’t just for tourists, it’s meant for anyone (including residents) looking for something fun or different to do in or near the city of Chicago!
See & Do
The Art Institute of Chicago
Cloud Gate (AKA The Bean)
Millennium Park
Field Museum
Shedd Aquarium
Chicago Cultural Center
Museum of Science & Industry
Lincoln Park Zoo
The Skydeck
Improv Olympics
Wrigley Field for a Cubs Game
Navy Pier Ferris Wheel
Divvy Bikes
Architecture Boat Tour
Visit the Beaches
See a concert at Soldier Field
Baby Wants Candy
Eat
Wildfire
Portillo’s
Waffles Cafe
Eataly
Joy Yee
Sweetwater Tavern and Grille
Grand Lux Cafe
Vapiano
Rosebud on Rush
Sprinkles Cupcakes
The Original Pancake House
Bar Toma
Ghirardelli
The Bongo Room
Cheesie’s
Big & Little’s
Wildfire
Portillo’s
Waffles Cafe
Eataly
Joy Yee
Sweetwater Tavern and Grille
Grand Lux Cafe
Vapiano
Rosebud on Rush
Sprinkles Cupcakes
The Original Pancake House
Bar Toma
Ghirardelli
The Bongo Room
Cheesie’s
Big & Little’s
RL
Stan’s Donuts
Swedish Bakery (sadly closed)
Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse
Dimo’s Pizza
Revival Social Club
Stan’s Donuts
Swedish Bakery (sadly closed)
Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse
Dimo’s Pizza
Revival Social Club
Step Out of The City
I’ll be updating this list occasionally, so be sure to bookmark this post for the future when you’re looking for something fun to do or a new place to eat in Chicago!
What’s your favorite place to visit or thing to do in Chicago? Comment below, tweet me, or send me an email if you have any suggestions for additions to this list!
