Things To Do

Cloud Gate

The BEAN! A Chicago must-see. This sculpture is iconic and its history is very interesting. Take a picture of yourself in the reflection and underneath. It's also nice to see the skyline in the reflection.

Navy Pier

Navy Pier is beautiful and perfect during the summertime. There are carnival rides - including the infamous Ferris Wheel - and tons of food/beverage options. It's a great way to view the city!

The Signature Lounge at the 96th

We love taking our guests to see the city from one of its highest points. There is a restaurant and lounge on the 95th and 96th floor. The lounge serves cocktails and some appetizers. PRO TIP: The view in the ladies bathroom is AMAZING! Sorry gentleman.

Magnificent Mile

One of the world’s great avenues, Chicago’s Magnificent Mile bustles with activity, home to many stores, restaurants, attractions and architecture.

Field Museum

The Field Museum is another great spot with a lot to see! We visited to see the dinosaur exhibit - which is great - and they are always bringing in new things.

Adler Planetarium

Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

Shedd Aquarium

If you're coming early, staying later or have some free time between events, the Shedd Aquarium is amazing for adults and kids! We highly recommend it.

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

Chicago Deep Dish Pizza

Pequod's Pizza

The Art of Pizza

For the thin crust, pan & deep dish pizza lovers!!! Our favorite pizza joint and it's near our place! You can buy by the single slices too ;)

Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company

One of our favorite places to eat. It's not traditional deep dish pizza but it's definitely a great experience. This restaurant doesn't take reservations and is cash only.

The Chicago Theatre

The Art Institute of Chicago

Wrigley Field

Diversey Driving Range & Mini Golf

Garrett Popcorn Shops

Starbucks Reserve Roastery

Elephant & Castle (US)

We celebrated Colleen's birthday here and it was one of our first dates. It's an English pub. A great casual hang.

True Food Kitchen

This restaurant is SO GOOD and SO FRESH. The menu is seasonal and so delicious. We highly recommend it!

Eataly Chicago

Corey's NYC Bagel Deli

JOE & THE JUICE

This is across from the Eurostar Hotel and it is delicious!

Chicago Riverwalk

Chicago River Boat Architecture Tours

Chicago Water Taxi - Riverwalk

Skydeck Chicago

McDonald’s Global Menu Restaurant

Kuma's Corner West Loop

Goose Island Taproom

Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago

Oberweis Ice Cream and Dairy Store

Margie's Candies

Redhot Ranch

Jim's Original

Gene & Jude's

Portillo's Hot Dogs

Closest spot to grab a Burger, a Hot Dog, Italian Beef or a Salad

JoJo's Shake Bar

JoJo's is one of the "Best" places for ice cream in the city, in our eyes that is. Oberweis is hands down #1, but JoJo's is near the hotel!

Headquarters Beercade

Adults "Chuck E. Cheese"

The Swill Inn

Went here once late night ... work holiday after party! Cool spot, with a different vibe in the basement.

Vaughan's Pub

My first Chicago Brown's backers bar I went to in 2009! Colleen and I will go to either 'Vaughan's' or 'Old Crow' to watch the Browns if they aren't playing on national Television :)

Old Crow Smokehouse - Wrigleyville

Old Crow & Vaughan's Pub are two great Browns bars in Chicago! Old Crow is also a stomping ground for many Lovable Losers as well ... Go Cubs Go! That is when you aren't playing the Tribe, otherwise Cleveland will always win this battle :)

Castaways

Hook and Ladder

2d restaurant

The first hand-drawn monochrome 2-dimensional illusionary restaurant in the USA!!

CHICAGO CRIME TOURS AND EXPERIENCES-Gangsters, Mobsters and Criminals

Went on this once and it was very interesting. 60 - 90 minute tour