1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022, (847) 835-5440
Free access the day of our wedding! We recommend arriving two hours before the wedding, with comfy shoes, to explore everything the garden has to offer. They have a great cafe if you need a little pre-wedding snack.
Lakefront Trail
Lakefront Trail, Chicago, IL
Get some of the best views of the city by walking or running on the lakefront path. Bryant and Elizabeth have run many many miles along this path.
Chicago Architecture Foundation River Boat Tour
A staple of any visit to Chicago, see the City from the river and learn about its history and architecture. Then grab a drink on the Riverwalk after your tour ends.
Maggie Daley Park
337 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601, (312) 742-3918
We love this park for all of the cool play areas for the kids, beautiful gardens, and location right next door to Grant Park
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614, (312) 742-2000
We love this free zoo in the city. Due to COVID reservations may be required ahead of time. Nearby we love the lily pond, and the farm zoo, as well!
Time Out Market Chicago
916 West Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, (312) 637-3888
We love a good food hall
Revival Food Hall
125 South Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60603, (773) 999-9411
We love a good food hall
The J. Parker
1816 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614, (312) 254-4747
Rooftop drinks, anyone? Amazing views over Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. Go during the day or early evening to avoid waiting.
Chicago Athletic Association - Cindy’s Rooftop Bar
12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 940-3552
Rooftop drinks, anyone? We love Cindy’s for its views of Grant Park and Lake Michigan. Definitely make a reservation ahead of time!
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
439 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL 60654, (312) 828-9800
Lou’s is our favorite deep dish. We recommend butter crust with spinach mix and sausage crumbles. And they deliver, too!
Portillo's Hot Dogs
100 West Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60654, (312) 587-8910
We’ve got the Chicago staples covered! We recommend a chili cheese dog and a Chicago style dog, along with a slice of chocolate cake...you can thank us later.