Khushboo & Akhil
Our City
Chicago Architecture Boat Tour
It is Khushboo and Akhil’s absolute favorite tour of the city! Take a 75min Chicago Architecture boat tour through the Chicago River and Lake Michigan while learning about the city’s history! Look into GroupOn deals and reserve spots early. Fun Fact: It is Akhil’s plan for a retirement job to lead a tour one day! Not into learning history? No problem! Chicago offers water taxis to give you a fun river ride! Check out taxi stops here - https://www.chicagowatertaxi.com/Chicago-Boat-Transportation/Schedules
Adler Planetarium
Head to the museum campus and just outside the Adler Planetarium, you will find yourselves witnessing the breathtaking skyline of our beautiful city! Sit for a moment or go for a walk along the pathway around museum campus! This is Akhil’s favorite spot to go on his bike ride and take in the view of the city.
Millennium Park and The Bean
Architectural marvel open to sky music concert venue and park adjacent to the famous Cloud Gate aka The Bean. Plan an evening to enjoy free entertainment at the pavilion with BYO snacks and drinks! Check out the website for the Summer 2019 schedule.
The Signature Lounge
Go to the 96th floor of the John Hancock Center for the best view of the city! It is free to go up and you can grab a drink and hang out for a little. This is Akhil’s signature spot to take visitors.
Navy Pier
Navy Pier is one of Chicago’s iconic landmarks and well known tourist spots. Navy Pier is a 3,300-foot-long (1,010 m) pier on the Chicago shoreline of Lake Michigan. The Navy Pier currently encompasses more than fifty acres of parks, gardens, shops, restaurants, family attractions and exhibition facilities.
Chicago Riverwalk
Beautiful newly built Riverwalk in the heart of the city, each bay showcasing unique architectural design! The Riverwalk hosts several bars to enjoy a drink or two! Enjoy the latest addition, Art on the Mart light show installation on the facade of Merchandise Mart, Wednesday-Sunday. https://www.artonthemart.com/
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
When in Chicago, you can’t leave without having the world famous Chicago Deep Dish Pizza! Lou Malnati’s is by far Akhil’s favorite deep dish pizza place. So go have a slice or two...make sure you go hungry! There is a location 10 minutes from the hotel and multiple locations in downtown Chicago, so check on Google Maps for the most convenient location.