Guidebook for Chicago
Sightseeing
Fun to go to the 96th floor bar and just have a drink or appetizer and take in the view without paying for the tourist view. Make sure to check out the bathrooms for best views.
157 locals recommend
John Hancock Center
875 North Michigan AvenueFun to go to the 96th floor bar and just have a drink or appetizer and take in the view without paying for the tourist view. Make sure to check out the bathrooms for best views.
Parks & Nature
Fun Urban Zoo that is free. It has a children's farm, prairie walks and right in front is the Botanical Gardens. In December there are the free Zoo lights that shouldn't be missed.
1117 locals recommend
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark StFun Urban Zoo that is free. It has a children's farm, prairie walks and right in front is the Botanical Gardens. In December there are the free Zoo lights that shouldn't be missed.
Shopping
West Armitage Avenue
West Armitage AvenueHas unique stores, cafes, places to eat, bars - great day or night.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great Street with everything from Comedy Clubs, to fabulous restaurants, to sports bars and great nightlife.
North Wells Street
North Wells StreetGreat Street with everything from Comedy Clubs, to fabulous restaurants, to sports bars and great nightlife.
Have TV for most sports games, pop corn and peanuts to go with your drink and friendly bar tenders.
10 locals recommend
River Shannon
425 W Armitage AveHave TV for most sports games, pop corn and peanuts to go with your drink and friendly bar tenders.
Essentials
Easy walk North on Lincoln for everything from cheese and crackers to wine and steaks.
24 locals recommend
Carnival Foods
458 W Dickens AveEasy walk North on Lincoln for everything from cheese and crackers to wine and steaks.
Food Scene
Classic Chicago First Let Us Entertain You Restaurant still in existence. Close to the zoo on Dickens and Clark. Check out their salad bar. Fun.
26 locals recommend
R.J. Grunts
2056 N Lincoln Park WClassic Chicago First Let Us Entertain You Restaurant still in existence. Close to the zoo on Dickens and Clark. Check out their salad bar. Fun.