Just a short 10 minute walk from the hotel, Christkindlmarket is a great spot to enjoy festive food and drinks while enjoying some festive shopping. It’s the perfect way to spend a cozy afternoon before or after wedding festivities!

Enjoy one of Chicago’s most iconic winter traditions—ice skating at Millennium Park! Located just beneath “The Bean,” it’s the perfect mix of festive fun and classic city charm.

We’re a little partial, but we think Chicago’s deep dish is the best—and Lou Malnati’s is a classic!

Chicago has an abundance of great museums! Depending on what you are interested in, we recommend exploring the The Art Institute of Chicago, Field Museum, Adler Planetarium & Shedd Aquarium. You can't go wrong with any of them!