Simone's Best things to do in Chicago
Rooftops
Amazing rooftop for the best views of the Chicago river with good food, drinks and ambience
28 locals recommend
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
85 E Wacker DrAmazing rooftop for the best views of the Chicago river with good food, drinks and ambience
OffShore Chicago
1000 E Grand AveThe largest rooftop bar/restaurant in Chicago with the most amazing views!
Cerise Rooftop
203 N Wabash AveGood views, strong drinks and good music
Sightseeing
Literally anywhere along the lake front is going to make you smile. My favourites are at North Avenue beach, 31st street beach and Promontory point.
11 locals recommend
Lake Michigan
Literally anywhere along the lake front is going to make you smile. My favourites are at North Avenue beach, 31st street beach and Promontory point.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StYou can’t not see the bean when in Chicago.
A lakeside boardwalk filled of activities and restaurants for tourists. My favourite of which has to be the largest rooftop bar/restaurant called Offshore. Highly recommend !
933 locals recommend
Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveA lakeside boardwalk filled of activities and restaurants for tourists. My favourite of which has to be the largest rooftop bar/restaurant called Offshore. Highly recommend !
You should visit either the John Hancock or Sears tower for amazing city views . I prefer the Hancock because they also have the Tilt experience.
295 locals recommend
875 North Michigan Avenue
875 N Michigan AveYou should visit either the John Hancock or Sears tower for amazing city views . I prefer the Hancock because they also have the Tilt experience.
Buckingham Fountain
301 S Columbus DrLargest fountain in Chicago and right by the lake.
Jazz club
There are so many great jazz shows to catch while in Chicago , this is one of my favourite spots for a chill night of culture
26 locals recommend
Jazz Showcase
806 S Plymouth CtThere are so many great jazz shows to catch while in Chicago , this is one of my favourite spots for a chill night of culture
Beach side restaurants
Shore Club
1603 North DuSable Lake Shore DriveIf you want some lovely beach vibes and good food
Reggie's on the Beach
6259 South DuSable Lake Shore DriveWonderful vibes for having drinks on the beach
Bars/Lounges
Moneygun
660 W Lake StLazy Bird
200 N Green StThe Emily Hotel
311 North Morgan StreetPunch House
1227 W 18th StFood scene
Aba
302 N Green StOne of my favourite restaurants
Tripoli Tavern
1147 W Armitage AveGreat food and ambience
Boka
1729 N Halsted StA little pricey but great food
The Dawson
730 W Grand AveSolid food, drinks, lovely atmosphere
Au Cheval
800 W Randolph StBest burger in Chicago, I concur
Giordano's
5311 S Blackstone AveYou have to try deep dish at least once
If you have time, this is a Chicago favourite for hot dogs, Italian beef and the fries are amazing
Portillos Restaurant
15900 Harlem AvenueIf you have time, this is a Chicago favourite for hot dogs, Italian beef and the fries are amazing
Virtue Restaurant
1462 E 53rd St
S.K.Y.
1239 W 18th StInstagrammable locations
Gorgeous lakeside park with amazing views of downtown, have a picnic, ride a bike and relax.
112 locals recommend
Promontory Point
5491 S Shore DrGorgeous lakeside park with amazing views of downtown, have a picnic, ride a bike and relax.
Beautiful trail by museum park with amazing views of the lake and downtown
8 locals recommend
Adler Planetarium Skyline Walk
517 E Solidarity DrBeautiful trail by museum park with amazing views of the lake and downtown