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Andersonville Swedish Dala Horse is one of Chicago.

1. Andersonville Swedish Dala Horse

8.0
Clark St. & Farragut Ave., Chicago, IL
Sculpture Garden · Andersonville · 6 tips and reviews
Merz Apothecary is one of Chicago.

2. Merz Apothecary

8.7
4716 N Lincoln Ave (at W Leland Ave), Chicago, IL
Pharmacy · Ravenswood · 18 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Around since 1875, this apothecary's original location is stacked floor-to-ceiling with every medicine, scent and homeopathic brand you can think of. It's one of Lincoln Square's many hip boutiques. Read more.

Ping Tom Memorial Park is one of Chicago.

3. Ping Tom Memorial Park

9.3
300 W 19th St (btwn Lumber St & Wentworth Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · South Loop · 24 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Among the Park’s cool features are a pagoda-shaped pavilion, where you can catch a water taxi to downtown Chicago, and a unique railroad drawbridge. Read more.

Co-Prosperity Sphere is one of Chicago.

4. Co-Prosperity Sphere

8.3
3219 S Morgan St (at 32nd St), Chicago, IL
Art Gallery · Bridgeport · 6 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Stroll past three large window galleries with new and engaging artwork to enjoy. This “experimental cultural center” produces art exhibitions, readings, and performances. Read more.

Garfield Park Conservatory is one of Chicago.

5. Garfield Park Conservatory

9.4
300 N Central Park Ave (at Lake St), Chicago, IL
Garden · East Garfield Park · 75 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Often referred to as “landscape art under glass,” the free admission conservatory occupies approximately 4.5 acres inside and out, where thousands of plant species are on display. Read more.

63rd Street Beach is one of Chicago.

6. 63rd Street Beach

8.4
6300 S Lake Shore Dr (at Hayes Dr), Chicago, IL
Beach · 20 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: This free admission beach is one of Chicago’s 33 sandy Lake Michigan beaches. Read more.

Vida Simple Mural By Juan Angel Chávez is one of Chicago.

7. Vida Simple Mural By Juan Angel Chávez

7.6
2010 S Damen Ave (at CTA - Damen/Cermak), Chicago, IL
Art Gallery · Heart of Chicago · 5 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Located just outside the Damen Pink Line ‘L’ Stop,this mural focuses on the individuality of the people that created the heritage and cultural identity of the community. Read more.

Chicago Velo Campus is one of Chicago.

8. Chicago Velo Campus

8615 S Burley Ave, Chicago, IL
Race Track · South Chicago · 11 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The Chicago Velo Campus is a large, banked track for bicycle racing, and is the first velodrome built in Chicago in a generation.

Dat Donut is one of Chicago.

9. Dat Donut

8.3
8249 S Cottage Grove Ave (at E. 83rd St.), Chicago, IL
Donut Shop · East Chatham · 47 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: This take-out bakery specializes in the "Big Dat" an enormous doughnut, measuring 9" across and 3" tall.

Quimby's is one of Chicago.

10. Quimby's

8.5
1854 W North Ave (at N Wolcott Av), Chicago, IL
Bookstore · Bucktown · 32 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Quimby’s features one-of-a-kind publications such as small and independent press books, magazines, zines, and underground comics, like Chicago cartoonist Chris Ware's Quimby the Mouse.

Chicago's Home Of Chicken & Waffles is one of Chicago.

11. Chicago's Home Of Chicken & Waffles

8.4
3947 S King Dr (at E Oakwood Blvd.), Chicago, IL
Southern Food Restaurant · Grand Boulevard · 101 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Popular with locals and visitors, Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles serves soul food up in a stylish dining room. Read more.

Revolution Brewing is one of Chicago.

12. Revolution Brewing

9.2
2323 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn N California & W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Logan Square · 391 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Located in trendy Logan Square, Revolution Brewing is one of Chicago’s artisanal brewing companies. Try the Bacon Fat Popcorn at their restaurant, which also has vegan-friendly options. Read more.

Green Mill Cocktail Lounge is one of Chicago.

13. Green Mill Cocktail Lounge

8.8
4802 N Broadway St (at W Lawrence Ave), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Uptown · 136 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: This Chicago landmark presents jazz nightly, from traditional to experimental, amid a "speakeasyesque" décor. Read more.

Bachelor's Grove Cemetery is one of Chicago.

14. Bachelor's Grove Cemetery

143rd St (btwn Ridgeland Ave & Menard Ave), Midlothian, IL
Cemetery · 6 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Chosen to be a burial ground in 1844, Clarence Fulton was the caretaker of the cemetery. The earliest death date noticed on a tombstone was that of William Nobles who died in 1838.