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Girl & The Goat
Hot spot where Stephanie Izard serves up innovative small plates from a dramatic open kitchen.

Clarence F. Buckingham Memorial Fountain
Among the world’s largest, Grant Park’s 3-level rococo fountain (1927) offers light & water shows.

Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
Downtown museum showcasing post-World War II paintings, sculptures, photos, videos & performances.

Aba
Posh destination for elevated Mediterranean fare and cocktails, plus a lounge-style rooftop patio.
Three Dots and a Dash
Classic tropical cocktails, rums & house daiquiris in a retro Polynesian-style setting.

The Escape Game Chicago
Entertainment spot featuring 5 themed escape rooms with 60-minute challenges, hosting large groups.
Wendella Tours & Cruises
Boat tour company started in 1935, offering river and lake cruises plus private boat rentals.

Jackson Park
540-plus-acre city park featuring a beach, gardens & indoor/outdoor fitness facilities.
Water Tower Place
Shopping destination with glass elevator & over 100 retail stores, spas & restaurants.
The Shops at North Bridge
A mix of stores (clothing, jewelry, cosmetics) shares space with a food court & popular restaurants.
Nutella Cafe Chicago
Cafe and coffee bar featuring the hazelnut-chocolate spread in French and Italian dishes both sweet and savory.
The Chicago Theatre
French Baroque-style 3,600-seat auditorium showcasing national musical & comedy acts since 1921.
Garfield Park Conservatory
184-acre park with a swimming pool, fishing lagoon, athletic fields & tennis courts.

Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
Pancakes & other big portions of American eats draw hungry folks to this breakfast-lunch cafe.

Maggie Daley Park
Popular recreational area with winter ice skating, a climbing wall & playground equipment.
House of Blues Chicago
Rock- & blues-themed restaurant & bar serving Southern-inspired dishes, plus live music.
The Purple Pig Restaurant
Famous pork and wine specialist, highlighting the flavors of Italy, Greece, and Spain, with an open kitchen and a chic setting.

Quartino Ristorante
Bustling, bi-level space where groups go for small & large plates plus cocktails & carafes of wine.

The Dearborn
Stylish American hangout serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in architectural digs.
Chicago Children's Museum
Family museum on Navy Pier with lots of interactive exhibits, including many for young kids.