Annalise & Aaron
Chicago Bucket List
Lakefront Trail
A 19-mile trail along Lake Michigan. We suggest renting a Divvy bike for the most time efficient way to hit the trail!
Millennium Park, The Bean & Buckingham Fountain
A must see for those visiting Chicago for the first time!
Chicago Riverwalk
Start your walk at the Merchandising Mart (where Annalise works) and head east towards Lake Michigan. A&A's favorite place to stop for a cocktail is Tiny Tapp!
Wrigley Field
The Chicago Cubs are in town during our wedding weekend! A&A Tip: Buy tickets after the game starts - you'll save money, but still get to enjoy beer & hotdogs!
Architectural Boat Cruise
A Chicago fan favorite!
Lincoln Park Zoo
Admission is free - just walk on in!
The History of The Old Post Office
The Old Post Office originally opened in 1921, but underwent a monumental expansion in 1932 to meet Chicago's postal needs. In its postal heyday, the 2.5 million square foot property was the largest of its kind in the world, capable of processing 19 million pieces of mail daily. In the 1960’s automated postal systems were introduced, and by 1996 a new Chicago post office was completed to accommodate this technology. Sadly, The Old Post Office closed its doors with its future remaining uncertain. After sitting vacant for over two decades, The Old Post Office saw new light. The building underwent the largest historic redevelopment in the country and its doors re-opened in 2019. Today the building is home to numerous corporate offices. Fun Fact: The Historic Lobby is featured in the opening scene of The Dark Knight.