Can't Miss:
Architecture Tour : Sail away down the Chicago River and learn about the beautiful buildings in the city.
★ North Avenue Beach : YES, a BEACH! Catch the last bit of summer rays on Chicago's miles of lakeshore.
Lincoln Park Zoo : In the heart of the biggest park in the city, a free zoo with world-class exhibits.
Field Museum : Meet Sue, the Natural History Museum's T. rex!
Shopping:
Michigan Avenue : Discover the Magnificent Mile! Lined with attractions, food, and luxury stores.
Oak Street : SJ's favorite for luxury brands, in a compact area.
Armitage and Halsted : In the heart of the Lincoln Park Neighborhood, a street with fun and eclectic shops.
Theater & Entertainment:
Catch a Cub's Game or tour Historic Wrigley Field!
Stop by The Second City, the improv troupe with notable alumni such as Steve Carell, Tina Fey, Martin Short, and more.
Watch a Magic Show, you won't believe your eyes!
Find a Play or Musical through Chicago Plays, a never ending list of talent!
Restaurants:
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★ Gibson's Steak House - Steak
Maple & Ash - Steak, Lobster, American
Girl and the Goat - Contemporary American, West Loop
Au Cheval - American, West Loop
RMP Seafood, Steakhouse, or Italian
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Daisies - Midwestern, Pasta, West Loop
★ Cedar Palace - Lebanese
Silver Spoon - Thai
Sushi-San - Japanese
The Bellevue - American Brunch
Tavern on Rush - American Brunch
★Small Cheval - Burgers, to-go
Blue Door Kitchen - American
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Devil Dawgs Rush Street - Chicago Dogs, to-go
★ Hing Kee - Chinese, ChinaTown
Friends Ramen - Korean
Mario's Table - Italian
Restaurants are sit down and located in the Gold Coast or River North neighborhoods unless otherwise noted.