If you're trying to kill some time before or after the ceremony, there's a Christkindlmarket right across the street from Hotel Zachary.
Best rooftop in the city that's open all year-long! It's located right above Hotel Lincoln which is one of our hotel blocks so stop by for the drinks but stay for the views.
Located near Hotel Lincoln, the Lincoln Park Zoo is free to the public & you'll be able to enjoy the last few days of the popular Zoo Lights. Be sure to check out the revamped polar bear & penguin exhibit which Neil assisted with in his first couple years at Pepper Construction.
Ravenswood is known for it's breweries, so if you're looking to grab a beer before the reception stop by at one of the spots listed & you'll be within walking distance from the venue.
While this isn't necessarily near the hotel blocks, we wanted to share this restaurant with you all if you decide to stay through the weekend. This is our all time favorite restaurant in Chicago & we could not recommend this enough if you have time to stop by for dinner. It's Stephanie Izard's twist on Chinese cuisine.
Another Ravenswood brewery
We are frequent attendees of Second City shows so if you have time to grab some tickets we'd definitely recommend it! The theater is walking distance from Hotel Lincoln.
If you know anything about us you know that we are suckers for live music - Kingston Mines is one of our all time favorite spots in Chicago and we couldn't recommend it more if you want to get the true Chicago experience.