Guidebook for Chicago

Chris
Guidebook for Chicago

Entertainment & Activities

I favor this park more than nearly any park in the city. There is something for everyone: ice skating, wall climbing, tennis, adult-sized (and enjoyed) kids parks, swings, you name it. All with views.
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Maggie Daley Park
337 E Randolph St
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I favor this park more than nearly any park in the city. There is something for everyone: ice skating, wall climbing, tennis, adult-sized (and enjoyed) kids parks, swings, you name it. All with views.
There are few aquariums in the midwest. This makes even some coastal aquariums pale in comparison.
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Шедов акваријум
1200 S Lake Shore Dr
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There are few aquariums in the midwest. This makes even some coastal aquariums pale in comparison.
Adler is a hidden gem. It also happens to have a (free) telescope that is positioned directly east of the museum. Find out the hours and check it out. Worth visiting as well...
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Adler Planetarium
1300 S Lake Shore Dr
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Adler is a hidden gem. It also happens to have a (free) telescope that is positioned directly east of the museum. Find out the hours and check it out. Worth visiting as well...
This is by far the best natural history museum in the midwest and beyond. This is walking distance from your vacation home. Go!!!
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Музеј Филд
1400 S Lake Shore Dr
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This is by far the best natural history museum in the midwest and beyond. This is walking distance from your vacation home. Go!!!
While this is the biggest tourist destination in Chicago, I have to recommend at least visiting it. Make time for the Crystal Garden, a Cirque performance, as well as the Shakespeare Stage...
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Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
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While this is the biggest tourist destination in Chicago, I have to recommend at least visiting it. Make time for the Crystal Garden, a Cirque performance, as well as the Shakespeare Stage...

Sightseeing

This is possibly the most photographed, and picturesque, park in Chicago. Activities for children through adults abound. The city reminds of its influence from every corner. Must visit...
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Милениум парк
201 E Randolph St
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This is possibly the most photographed, and picturesque, park in Chicago. Activities for children through adults abound. The city reminds of its influence from every corner. Must visit...
Absolutely the best collection of Impressionist Art in the U.S.
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Уметнички институт у Чикагу
111 S Michigan Ave
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Absolutely the best collection of Impressionist Art in the U.S.
Great views of the city skyline from the river. To access, go down the stairs or elevator to the sunken park, head to the central north end of the park and follow the path to the river.
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Chicago Riverwalk
306-370 W Wacker Dr
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Great views of the city skyline from the river. To access, go down the stairs or elevator to the sunken park, head to the central north end of the park and follow the path to the river.
Absolutely gorgeous architecture with remnants of nearly every major city in this world.
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Tribune Tower
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Absolutely gorgeous architecture with remnants of nearly every major city in this world.
Architectural highlight of Chicago. A short walk - I recommend along the river - from your vacation home.
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Зграда Вригли
400-410 Michigan Ave
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Architectural highlight of Chicago. A short walk - I recommend along the river - from your vacation home.
Visible from much of Chicago; worth walking along the riverfront and taking the elevators up as much as you can get away with...
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Trump
401 N Wabash Ave
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Visible from much of Chicago; worth walking along the riverfront and taking the elevators up as much as you can get away with...

Essentials

By far the best grocery store on this side of Michigan. And thankfully, it has amazing views, as well. Make sure you check out the top deck, with grilled-to-order meats and amazing gelato.
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Mariano's
2021 W Chicago Ave
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By far the best grocery store on this side of Michigan. And thankfully, it has amazing views, as well. Make sure you check out the top deck, with grilled-to-order meats and amazing gelato.

Food Scene

Excellent patio - make sure you check out the roof deck that overlooks the park; good ($$$) food for the neighborhood.
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III Forks
180 N Field Blvd
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Excellent patio - make sure you check out the roof deck that overlooks the park; good ($$$) food for the neighborhood.
This is a great local restaurant that has fresh ingredients, and offers reasonably priced wine and beer, as well as free internet.
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Brown Bag Seafood Co.
340 E Randolph St
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This is a great local restaurant that has fresh ingredients, and offers reasonably priced wine and beer, as well as free internet.
Great view, food, and on weekends, entertainment.
FRIENDSHIP ON THE LAKE
200 N Lake Shore Dr
Great view, food, and on weekends, entertainment.
Excellent view from the top deck; good, but pricey, food.
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Tavern at the Park
130 E Randolph St
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Excellent view from the top deck; good, but pricey, food.
This is probably the best breakfast in the neighborhood. The locals know it, so expect a wait.
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Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
130 E Randolph St
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This is probably the best breakfast in the neighborhood. The locals know it, so expect a wait.
Amazing views of the city, with better food and more reasonable prices than the Hancock Tower. You can see Cite out your window (the top floor of the black building at the base of Navy Pier).
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Cite
505 N Lake Shore Dr
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Amazing views of the city, with better food and more reasonable prices than the Hancock Tower. You can see Cite out your window (the top floor of the black building at the base of Navy Pier).
Excellent. $$$$, but worth the $ and wait.
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Girl & The Goat
809 W Randolph St
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Excellent. $$$$, but worth the $ and wait.

Drinks & Nightlife

This restaurant is very close - just a short walk across the park - and has some good Mexican food.
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Mezcalina Mexican Restaurant
333 E Benton Pl
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This restaurant is very close - just a short walk across the park - and has some good Mexican food.

Arts & Culture

I believe this is some of the best blues the city has to offer - and a short cab ride from the apartment.
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Buddy Guy's Legends
700 S Wabash Ave
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I believe this is some of the best blues the city has to offer - and a short cab ride from the apartment.
You may be able to catch a free concert or movie in this park. You can BYOB and picnic here, too. The structure is gorgeous both during the day and at night.
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Џеј Притцкер Павилион
201 E Randolph St
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You may be able to catch a free concert or movie in this park. You can BYOB and picnic here, too. The structure is gorgeous both during the day and at night.
Great theater. Iconic location. www.thechicagotheatre.com
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The Chicago Theatre
175 N State St
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Great theater. Iconic location. www.thechicagotheatre.com
Another great theater. http://broadwayinchicago.com/theatre/cadillac-palace-theatre/
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Театар Кадилак Палас
151 W Randolph St
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Another great theater. http://broadwayinchicago.com/theatre/cadillac-palace-theatre/
Another great theater. http://broadwayinchicago.com/theatre/chicagos-oriental-theatre/
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Театар Џејмс М. Недерландер
24 W Randolph St
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Another great theater. http://broadwayinchicago.com/theatre/chicagos-oriental-theatre/
Another great theater. http://broadwayinchicago.com/theatre/bank-of-america-theatre/
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ЦИБЦ театар
18 W Monroe St
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Another great theater. http://broadwayinchicago.com/theatre/bank-of-america-theatre/
The closest theater. http://www.harristheaterchicago.org
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Harris Theater for Music and Dance
205 E Randolph St
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The closest theater. http://www.harristheaterchicago.org
One of the best symphony orchestras in the world. http://cso.org
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S Michigan Ave
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One of the best symphony orchestras in the world. http://cso.org
Night life that is not only top-grade, but also provides amazing views.
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theWit Chicago - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
201 N State St
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Night life that is not only top-grade, but also provides amazing views.