Things to do in Chicago!

The Art Institute of Chicago

Favorite Museum. If you visit, be sure to also walk around Millennium Park and take some pictures at the famous Chicago Bean (formally known as "Cloud Gate"). A pretty 25 minute walk from the Westin Hotel down the Magnificent Mile and across the Chicago river

Bike the Lakefront Trail through Lincoln Park

Rent Divy bikes and take a ride up the Lakefront path along the lake through Lincoln Park!

Visit Old Town

Take a walk through Wells St in Old Town, one of the most popular and prettiest streets in Chicago. Catch an improv show at the famous Second City!

Chicago River Boat Architecture Tour

Go on the Chicago Architectural Foundation river cruise tour!

Favorite American Restaurant: Girl & The Goat

Girl and the Goat in West Loop, nearby where Nick used to live in Chicago. Grab a Mathias beer at Haymarket Brewery next door while you're waiting for your table.

Favorite Chicago Steakhouse: Bavette's Bar & Boeuf

Tied with Maple & Ash as our favorite Chicago steakhouse!

Favorite casual restaurant: Portillo's Hot Dogs

Portillo's - famous for Chicago Italian Beef sandwiches and Chicago-style Hot Dogs!

Favorite deep-dish pizza: Pizano's Pizza & Pasta

Pizano's Deep Dish pizza (Lou Malnati's, Pequods, Giordano's or Uno's are also acceptable choices!)

Walk around downtown Evanston, ending up at the Lake. Great views of the city!

Visit Northwestern University Campus

Visit the pretty Northwestern University campus in Evanston.

Take a leisurely drive up the gorgeous North Sheridan Road

Visit the massive Bahá'í House of Worship

Right near our reception venue!