what a place! so much going on all over. start simple: get two classic chicago-style hot dogs. lemonade on the side. it's plenty for your first time.
Part yoga pavilion, part outdoor classroom, the South Pond Pavilion at Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo is a stunning architectural statement located along the Zoo's new Nature Boardwalk.
Traveling with kids? The Skydeck offers kid-sized exhibits and an awesome view of four states. -- Green Guide Editor
In "The Dark Knight" (2008), some of the scenes in the climatic face-off between Batman and the Joker, were shot outside the Trump Tower, which was under construction during the movie. Read more.
The Chicago Architecture Foundation’s boat tour might be the best in the city. The docents are all volunteers, but you'll marvel at the depth of their knowledge.
If you can find your way to the bathroom without asking for help then you're a smarter man than I.
Nice place. Family friendly. It is not tourist packed. But tourists are welcomed. Chicago style pizzas are very good. You might try Chicago classic. Lasagna is also tasty.
The sweet-lobster cocktail satiates two, the juicy prime rib comes in a hefty portion, and desserts are so enormous that servers cut them in two, wrapping half in a take-away bag, no questions asked. Read more.
Mercat a la Planxa, the Catalan restaurant from Jose Garces, offers exciting tapas dishes and delicious Jamon Serrano.
The collection encompasses more than 5,000 years of human expression from around the world & more than 260,000 pieces. The Modern Wing was opened in 2009 & is the largest expansion in their history.
Rick Bayless' counter spot specializes in tortas (think Mexican sandwiches), churros, and after 3:00 p.m., incomparable caldos—soups filled with short ribs, pork carnitas, or wood-roasted chicken. Read more.
high end Mexican inspired food that is always first rate from Rick Bayless of Top Chef. Great location as well.
Located on the 94th floor of the building 1,000 feet above the Magnificent Mile, it's the city's only open-air skywalk. Here you'll see an incredible 360-degree view of Chicago, WI, IN & parts of IL.
The museum was incorporated in 1893 as the Columbian Museum of Chicago, but the name was changed in 1905 to Field Museum of Natural History to better reflect its focus on the natural sciences.
OpenHouse Chicago 2012 – Sat. 9am- 5pm Sun. 9am- 5pm Located in the historic Jewelers Building, Arup is dedicated to delivering innovative projects in the built environment.
OpenHouse Architecture 2012 – Sat. 9am- 5pm Sun. 9am- 5pm. A local favorite, this curved building at the fork of the Chicago River is clad in reflective glass that mirrors the water and cityscape. Read more.
Giaver & Dinkelberg: 1926 This famed skyscraper on the Chicago River melds historical styles including Greco-Roman and Gothic. Read more.
OpenHouse 2012 – Sat. 9am- 5pm Sun. 9am- 5pm The zigzag lines of the Wabash Tower create a new icon on the Chicago skyline. Experience this "vertical campus" which is now in its first year of use. Read more.
[Shaw, Metz & Associates. 1990 renovation by Lucien Lagrange Associates] The 360-degree observation level - the first such public area in the Loop - will be opened for the first time since 1972.
[Graham, Anderson, Probst & White, 1929] This building features Art Deco and Art Nouveau styling, musical motifs and designs by Jules Guerin - famous for his watercolors of the 1909 Plan of Chicago.
At Google’s newly constructed 13th floor, you’ll have the chance to visit their reception area, Tech stop, local art display, and 1920’s Speakeasy. [Saturday 9am-5pm]
[Skidmore Owing & Merrill, 1958] Inland Steel was one of the first skyscrapers completed in Chicago after WWII. Its sleek, shimmering façades could be mistaken for new even today-over 50 years later.
[John Ronan Architects, 2011] Catch a rare glimpse of the editorial process: see how Poetry Magazine is put together and get a sneak peek of an issue before it's printed.
[Henry Ives Cobb, 1895] From 1939-1943, the building housed the apartment of Frank Nikki - Al Capone's enforcer. Visit Nikki's vault, see the escape tunnel and view gangster artifacts.
[Holabird & Roche, 1911] The entrance feature four "Monumental Classicism" panels representing the principal concerns of city government.
In "The Dark Knight" (2008), Lt Gordon (Gary Oldman) arrests the gangster Sal Maroni while he is enjoying dinner, in scenes shot at The Berghoff restaurant. Read more.
A local favorite since 1949. The loyal clientele swear that the caramel, cheddar-cheese or old-fashioned butter popcorn is the best around. -- Green Guide Editor
TheWit Hotel’s swank rooftop lounge sports a specialty cocktail menu, a well-curated wine list and Mediterranean small plates. Read more.
