An old abandoned rail line turned into a 2.7-mile long trail. Tons of cool bars and restaurants along the way! (free walks)
Ohio Street Beach
IL 60611
Who doesn't love the beach? (free)
National Museum of Mexican Art
1852 West 19th Street, Chicago, IL 60608, (312) 738-1503
Enjoy a museum rich in Mexican art and history. (free)
Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, (312) 280-2660
A Museum feating Andy Warhol, Alexander Calder, Jeff Koons and more. It's $15 for adults $8 for seniors/students/teachers, and free for anyone 18 and younger.
Alder Planetarium
1300 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605, (312) 922-7827
Get as close to space as you can without leaving Earth. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. There is also a more 'standard' experience for $12.
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614, (312) 742-2000