Chicago is a vibrant city with an endless array of things to do and places to eat. If you have some free time, we encourage you to explore and enjoy everything it has to offer. We’re so excited for our friends and family to experience the city where we fell in love.

The Art Institute of Chicago - Rated among the "Best of the Best" US Attractions in 2024

https://www.artic.edu/

The Field Museum - Home to renowned collections and expansive exhibits

https://www.fieldmuseum.org/

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry - Designed to spark inquiry and creativity

https://www.msichicago.org/

Lakefront Trail - Stroll along Lake Michigan while experiencing the magnificent Chicago skyline. Feel free to hop off for some beachy fun!

Lincoln Park Zoo (Free) - Experience wildlife in the beautiful Lincoln Park neighborhood.

Millennium Park + Cloud Gate (aka The Bean) - Offers award-winning architecture and landscape in the heart of downtown. This site is one of Chicago's most popular attractions - and for good reason!

Chicago Riverwalk - This pedestrian pathway along Chicago river offers sweeping views of Chicago's iconic skyline as well as numerous tours and waterfront restaurants.

The Chicago Architecture Tour is one of our favorite attractions. While you may marvel at the architecture by foot, we recommend this boat tour: https://www.architecture.org/tours

Here are a few of our favorite restaurants around the city. Note that many places in Chicago require reservations, so if these places interest you, we recommend making a reservation in advance!

Italian

Daisies: https://www.daisieschicago.com/

Monteverde: https://monteverdechicago.com/

Piccolo Sogno: https://piccolosognorestaurant.com/

Mexican

5 Rabanitos: https://5rabanitos.com/

Chilam Balam: https://chilambalamchicago.com/

Steakhouses

Bavette's: https://www.bavettessteakhouse.com/

Tango Sur: https://tangosurgrill.com/

Asian

Proxi: https://www.proxichicago.com/

Wonder Chop: https://www.yelp.com/biz/wonder-chop-chicago

Chef's Special Kitchen: https://chefsspecialbar.com/

American

Trivoli Tavern: https://www.trivolitavern.com/trivoli

Au Cheval: https://www.auchevaldiner.com/chicago/home

Girl and the Goat: https://www.girlandthegoat.com/

Longman and Eagle: https://www.longmanandeagle.com/