Cortney & Thomas
Things to Do
BRUNCH - EFFINGHAM (Pinky's)
This is located on Effingham's Lake Sara
Cloud Gate (The Bean) Millenium Park Chicago
The Bean is a work of public art in the heart of Chicago. The sculpture, which is officially titled Cloud Gate, is one of the world’s largest permanent outdoor art installations. The monumental work was unveiled in 2004 and quickly became of the Chicago’s most iconic sights. The Bean is located in Millennium Park, the lakefront park in Chicago’s downtown Loop. It sits above the McCormick Tribune Plaza, directly behind the Park Grill Restaurant at 11 N. Michigan Ave. If you’re walking on Michigan Avenue between Randolph and Monroe, you really can’t miss it.
The Second City
The world's premier comedy club, comedy theater, and school of improvisation. Live shows every night in Chicago. You can purchase tickets online for any of the upcoming shows.
Chicago River Boat Architecture Tours
Cruise down the Chicago River to see the city's famous architecture on this boat tour. With commentary from your on-board guide, watch the spectacular skyline glide by, including more than 40 notable buildings like Navy Pier, the Wrigley Building, and the John Hancock Building. Cover all three branches of the Chicago River, passing the East Bank Club, the old Post Office Building and the Willis Tower. Discover the major events that helped shape the architectural history of Chicago.
Field Museum
More than 25 million artifacts spanning 4.6 billion years Giant jaws of Sue, the world's largest T. rex ever found Unique peek at the mummification process of ancient Egypt Glittering jewels & gorgeous gold within the Hall of Gems Restoring Earth exhibits teach about conservation science
Art Institute of Chicago
See Masterpieces by Monet, Degas and Van Gogh.
360 CHICAGO
360-degree view of Chicago from 1,000 feet (304 m) high; TILT Chicago's tallest thrill ride is available as an option; Thrilling 40-second elevator ride up to the 94th floor; Floor-to-ceiling windows offering spectacular panoramas; Landmark history on high definition interactive touchscreens;
Au Cheval
The best burgers In Chicago There is also a "Small Cheval" located in Old Town 1345 N Wells
Our House!
wndr museum
wndr museum is an ever-evolving immersive art and technology experience that is designed to ignite the curiosity that exists within and around each of us. Consider wndr to be a cultural and artistic hub that is constantly changing to fit the needs of the world around it. The wndr experience is one in which the thoughtful curation of world-class art, work by provocative emerging artists, as well as guest-made artwork creates a dreamy journey that reveals the wonders of the world around you. Around every corner comes an opportunity to be creative, discover something unexpected, ask questions, and play.
Navy Pier
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 parks, gardens, shops, restaurants, family attractions and exhibition facilities
North Avenue Beach
North Avenue Beach is located in Lincoln Park at 1600 N. Lake Shore Drive (North Ave. @ Lake Michigan). As one of Chicago’s most popular beaches, the beach features a unique and popular beach house that contains 22,000 square feet of space that features something for everyone and is permanently docked along this popular beach. This sleek, ocean liner-inspired building, decked out in a crisp blue and white, boasts one of the best views in the city. The beach house has upper decks and portholes for looking at the magnificent horizon or the multitudes of bikers, runners, walkers and rollerbladers streaming down the lakefront trail.
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio is a historic house and studio designed and owned by architect Frank Lloyd Wright. It has been restored by the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust to its appearance in 1909, the last year Wright lived there with his family.
Chicago Cultural Center
The Chicago Cultural Center, opened in 1897, is a Chicago Landmark building operated by Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events that houses the city's official reception venue where the Mayor of Chicago has welcomed Presidents and royalty, diplomats and community leaders. Beautiful architecture
Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo is a 35-acre (14 ha) zoo in Lincoln Park, Chicago, Illinois. The zoo was founded in 1868, making it one of the oldest zoos in North America. It is also one of a few free admission zoos in the United States. The zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Wrigley Field
Wrigley Field, which was built in 1914, will be playing host to Major League Baseball for the 106th season in 2020 and home of the Cubs for the 102nd year.
Goose Island Brewhouse
Numerous handcrafted beers go with elevated pub grub in casual-chic digs with views of the vats.
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria is an American Chicago-style pizza restaurant chain headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. It was founded by the son of Rudy Malnati, who was instrumental in developing the recipe for Chicago-style pizza, and it has become one of the Chicago area's best-known local lines of pizza restaurants
Garrett Popcorn Shops
At Garrett Popcorn Shops®, we’ve maintained our dedication to fresh, delicious popcorn since we first opened at 10 West Madison Street in Chicago. We continue to use only the highest quality ingredients from local producers as we handcraft our gourmet popcorn in old-fashioned copper kettles. We strive to deliver the same popcorn today that customers first talked about in 1949™.
Green Street Smoked Meats
Hip counter serve dishing house-smoked Texas BBQ & homey sides in woodsy, warehouselike digs. If you go give us a call we live across the street :)
Soho House Chicago
Member only club in Chicago, However you are able to stay at the hotel located inside as well as take part in the spa and restaurants they have on the main level
Time Out Market Chicago
Spread across 50,000 square feet, the curated dining destination packs 18 eateries, three bars, a demo kitchen, a rooftop terrace and a video-installation wall into one space that encompasses the best food, drinks and culture that Chicago has to offer.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Chicago Riverwalk
900 North Michigan Shops
Weeds Tavern
Our go to dive bar!
RAMEN-SAN Whisky Bar
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Green Mill
Happy Camper Pizzeria
The Chicago Theatre
Lincoln Park Farmers Market
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse
Art on The Mart
Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse
Portillo's Hot Dogs
WhirlyBall Chicago
Oz Park
Hotel Lincoln
Great rooftop
Lakefront Trail
Oak Street Beach
Effingham
Firefly Grill
Gopher’s Grill
Effing Brew Company
Effingham TREC Trail
The Cross
World's Largest Wooden Shoes
Moonshine
The Rhodes Family Home
Pinkys
Joe's Pizza & Pasta
Joe Sippers Cafe
Homewood Grill
Tuscan Hills Winery
John Boos Factory Showroom & Outlet
Home of the best butcher blocks used around the world. Stop by and get a butchers block for a great price