The best way to see the city - by boat!
Go walk or bike around the lake, and you can go to the Beach (North Ave or Oak St) weather permitting
There are so many amazing restaurants in this area, here are some of our favorites. Definitely recommend getting reservations in advance! West Loop: - Monteverde (Italian) - Aba (Mediterranean) - Girl and the Goat (American) - Duck Duck Goat (Asian) - Au Cheval (Burgers) Time Out Market is also worth visiting and has stands for many of the top restaurants in Chicago. Great rooftop and patio seating as well!
West Loop: - Lone Wolf (Dive) - Lazy Bird (Cocktail) - Bandit (Standard Bar) The Loop: - City Winery (Patio) - Beatnik on the River (Patio) - Cindy's (Rooftop) - London House (Rooftop)
- Good Ambler (Coffee) - Sawada (Coffee) - Little Goat (Brunch) - Do Rite (Donuts)
Chicago has great festivals in the Summer, a few that are happening our wedding weekend: - Chicago Blues Festival June 9–12 - Old Town & Wells Street Art Fair June 11-12