Things To Do

The Art Institute of Chicago

Noted one of the best museums in the world, Erica's favorite exhibit is the Warhol paintings upstairs!

Shedd Aquarium

Beautiful views from outside the aquarium and a very cool array of fish inside!

Adler Planetarium

Right next to the Aquarium, can't miss it!

The Field Museum

Dinosaurs, need we say more?

Navy Pier

It's a Chicago classic!

Willis Tower Skydeck

Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago

Lincoln Park Zoo

Millennium Park

Millennium Park is beautiful, and they also have a lot of free events in May! Check out the park website to see if there are any free movies or concerts!

Wrigley Field

Check out a Cubs game!

Garfield Park Conservatory

This is a short train ride away, but it is free and one of the most beautiful spaces in Chicago.

Green City Market - Lincoln Park

Every Saturday morning there is a huge farmer's market in Lincoln Park. Grab some fixins and have a picnic!

Bow Truss Coffee Roasters

Intelligentsia Coffee Old Town Coffeebar

The Wormhole Coffee

Chicago Music Exchange

This is Tim's version of heaven. If you love music, head over and check out their wide array of instruments. Bands and musicians always stop in when they're in town.

Giant

This is a local restaurant in our neighborhood and it's the best meal we've ever had in Chicago!

The Publican

WonFun & 2Fun Chinese

Au Cheval

You may have seen their burger on an episode of Chef's Table. It's a classic and not to be missed! Note: there can be a long wait time, so have a drink next door while you wait!

The Aviary

The Violet Hour

Three Dots and a Dash

We LOVE tiki bars. This is a great one in the city.

Big Star

Cindy's

Grab a cocktail and see amazing views of the city!

The Allis

The Allis is part of Soho House in Chicago. They have an amazing tea time and cafe. Great for lunch!

Wasabi

Wasabi is our favorite date night spot in Chicago. Their ramen is amazing.

Moneygun

Enjoy fancy cocktails and a very cool vibe!