The chicago riverboat architectural tours. But good news! We'll be going on one of those same boats for our welcome party - you're off to a great start!
The riverwalk/lakefront are classics in the summer. A walk through Lincoln Park and/or Lincoln Park Zoo (free) with coffee is a DELIGHT. If you're adventurous you could try going to the Field Museum or the Museum of Science and Industry!
Pizzeria Portofino on the river would be a very solid choice!
We fully recommend the Doughnut Vault. There was a time when Matthew would get these every weekend. The lemon poppyseed is his favorite!