Chicago is known for its world class museums, architecture and food. Here are some ideas if you decide to plan an outing while you’re here (but don’t be late for the big event on Saturday! We recommend you arrive for the ceremony no later than 5:30pm).

Things to see and do nearby…

Cloud Gate (aka the “Bean”) at Millennium Park

Art Institute of Chicago

The Riverwalk

Lakefront Trail

Field Museum

Shedd Aquarium

Adler Planetarium

Museum of Contemporary Art

American Writers Museum

Navy Pier

A short ride away…

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Chicago History Museum

Lincoln Park Zoo & Conservatory

Museum of Science and Industry

Wander around Armitage Avenue in Lincoln Park (lots of cute boutiques!)

Weather permitting…

The Chicago Architecture Center offers Chicago River boat tours and walking tours

Some of our favorite food spots...

Beatrix

Robert’s Pizza

Fulton Market in West Loop

Aba

Gilt Bar

Tempo Cafe

Cafe Ba-ba-Reeba

Au Cheval

Are kids invited?

What is the dress code?