Chicago, Cook County, IL

Places to go in Chicago

157 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

345 Art Gallery

Arts & Culture

345 Art Gallery

345 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60612, USA

Aba

Food & Drink

Aba

Posh destination for elevated Mediterranean fare and cocktails, plus a lounge-style rooftop patio.

302 N Green St 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

Adler Planetarium

Arts & Culture

Adler Planetarium

Interactive exhibits & high-tech sky shows entertain stargazers, lakefront views are a bonus.

1300 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

AIRE Ancient Baths Chicago

Wellness

AIRE Ancient Baths Chicago

800 W Superior St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA

Aire Rooftop Bar Chicago

Nightlife

Aire Rooftop Bar Chicago

Seasonal cocktail bar on a hotel rooftop offering sweeping views, fire pits & a light menu.

100 W Monroe St Fl 24, Chicago, IL 60603, USA

Alinea

Food & Drink

Alinea

Chef Grant Achatz draws foodies with New American tasting menus featuring highly creative plates.

1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

Alla Vita

Food & Drink

Alla Vita

Traditional Italian specialties plated in a stylish, elegant restaurant with a whimsical vibe.

564 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA

Allyu Spa

Wellness

Allyu Spa

600 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze

Family

Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze

4,000 sq. ft. of tunnels, mirrors, light effects & interactive family play on Navy Pier.

600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

AMBAR Restaurant, Chicago

Food & Drink

AMBAR Restaurant, Chicago

Small plates menu of traditional Balkan dishes, plus regional spirits, offered in rustic-chic digs.

700 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Art Institute of Chicago Columbus Drive Entrance

Arts & Culture

Art Institute of Chicago Columbus Drive Entrance

230 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60603, USA

Balloon Museum | EmotionAir Chicago

Arts & Culture

Balloon Museum | EmotionAir Chicago

2828 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60641, USA

Bar Mar

Food & Drink

Bar Mar

120 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Bloomingdale Trail Park - Eastern Trailhead

Sports & Recreation

Bloomingdale Trail Park - Eastern Trailhead

This 2.7-mile elevated former rail track is open to both cyclists & walkers.

1800 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA

Blue Bottle Coffee

Food & Drink

Blue Bottle Coffee

Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment.

313 W Wolf Point Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Blue Chicago

Nightlife

Blue Chicago

Late-night blues club with a casual crowd of adults (21 & over) enjoying music & drinks.

536 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

Food & Drink

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

American restaurant serving seasonal food & cocktails in an elegant, intimate setting with a patio.

52 W Elm St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA

Bottom Lounge

Nightlife

Bottom Lounge

Venue for underground music, beer & casual American comfort food (including vegetarian options).

1375 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

Buddy Guy's Legends

Nightlife

Buddy Guy's Legends

Classic blues club with up-and-coming & famous acts 7 nights a week plus New-Orleans-inspired grub.

700 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

Burnham (Daniel) Park

Outdoors

Burnham (Daniel) Park

Sprawling green space with landscaping, tennis courts, a bike path & many sports fields.

1200-5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615, USA

Busse Woods

Outdoors

Busse Woods

Lakeside forest retreat offering an elk habitat, a biking trail, boat rentals & large picnic groves.

Rolling Meadows, IL 60008, USA

Cantigny Golf

Sports & Recreation

Cantigny Golf

27W270 Mack Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189, USA

Carnivale Chicago

Food & Drink

Carnivale Chicago

Lively eatery with colorful decor, festive vibe & food from South America, Spain & the Caribbean.

702 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA

Catherine Chevalier Woods

Outdoors

Catherine Chevalier Woods

This expansive tract features a variety of nature habitats, plus areas for picnicking & hiking.

N East River Rd, Chicago, IL 60634, USA