The Chicago Riverwalk is a 1.25-mile pedestrian path along the south bank of the Chicago River, offering a variety of attractions, dining, and recreational opportunities. It stretches from Lake Michigan to Lake Street, providing access to the river from Upper Wacker Drive. The Riverwalk is a popular destination for both tourists and locals, especially during the warmer months.
North Avenue Beach is a popular public beach located on the Near North Side of Chicago, within Lincoln Park. It's known for its sandy beach, volleyball courts, and the unique ocean liner-inspired beach house. The beach is a great spot for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying various recreational activities like biking, running, and kayaking.
The Old Chicago Water Tower District is a historic district along the Magnificent Mile shopping district in the Near North Side community area of Chicago, Illinois. The district, located on both sides of North Michigan Avenue between East Chicago and East Pearson Streets, includes the Chicago Water Tower, Chicago Avenue Pumping Station and the fire house for Engine 98 of the Chicago Fire Department. The Water Tower was also one of the few buildings to survive the Great Chicago Fire, and is the namesake of the nearby Water Tower Place.
The former warehouse district of Fulton Market is now a hip corporate and entertainment area known for creative global and modern American restaurants around West Fulton Market Street. There are also cafes serving house-roasted coffee and buzzing breweries and cocktail bars, some with live music. Venues like House of Vans and the Bottom Lounge stage live music, while boutiques sell indie fashion and furnishings.
Navy Pier is a 3,300-foot-long (1,010 m) pier on the shoreline of Lake Michigan, located in the Streeterville neighborhood of the Near North Side community area in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Navy Pier encompasses over 50 acres (20 ha) of shops, restaurants, live theaters, family attractions, parks (including Polk Bros Park), gardens, and exhibition facilities, and it is one of the top destinations
At LH Rooftop we offer unbeatable views of Chicago’s skyline. It’s the kind of spot that turns a night out into something unforgettable. Grab a seat, order a cocktail (yes, we’ve got great spirit-free options too), and share a few bites with friends. Whether you’re here for lunch, dinner, or just drinks and apps, the vibe is always on point.
The area around the stadium is known as Wrigleyville, and it’s bursting at the seams with sports bars, souvenir stalls, and die-hard Cubs fans. Walk up and down Clark Street to stop into the area’s many bars and restaurants usually filled with locals, even when it’s not baseball season.
TAO Chicago, located in an 1892 landmark building, was a perfect canvas to re-imagine the iconic TAO brand. The menu features a selection of Asian-inspired specialties. Above the restaurant is a nightclub & event space offering the perfect home for events & group dining of all sizes. One block from venue.
The Magnificent Mile is Chicago’s premier commercial district. The vibrant, bustling area is home to upscale shops, luxe fashion outlets, cool restaurants and posh hotels. Landmarks include the historic Chicago Water Tower, the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower, the terracotta Wrigley Building skyscraper and the 100-story John Hancock Center, which has a rooftop observation deck with fine dining and panoramic city views.
Soaring 1,000 feet over Chicago’s legendary Michigan Avenue, 360 CHICAGO is one of the city’s most iconic attractions. Located at 875 N. Michigan Avenue on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Center, 360 CHICAGO (formerly John Hancock Observatory) offers breathtaking views of Chicago’s lakefront, magnificent skyline and four neighboring states. 360 CHICAGO is the only place where locals and visitors alike can enjoy TILT – Chicago’s highest thrill ride! This one-of-a-kind marvel tilts guests out and over the city from the 94th floor observation deck and gives up to eight visitors at a time the most exhilarating views of Chicago
There’s no question we hear more often: Where should I go eat? And while we at Resy know it’s an honor to be the friend who everyone asks for restaurant advice, we also know it’s a complicated task. That’s where the Resy Hit List comes in. Consider it your essential resource for dining in Chicago!