Going to Chicago end of this month ... need all tips!

[kathy884]

You have lots of great suggestions!

I'm just going to second two things that I would definitely do in your shoes. I've tried all the most famous Chicago Deep Dish pizzas, and Lou Malnatis is my favorite (looks like it's a favorite of most of the other posters too). I got a different one two months ago when I was in the city as the other place was right by my hotel, and I wish I had made the effort to do Lou Malnatis instead lol.

Also, especially since it doesn't take too long to do, definitely stop by Millennium Park and the Bean which is in the park. The Bean is unique and a super fun little stop. We really enjoy that, and it's a must do stop for us every time we're in the city for more than a day.

If taking a stroll the River North area -- magnificent mile area is kind of nice. It's more of a shopping area than anything. I realize you are staying elsewhere, but when I'm a tourist in the city, that's my favorite place to stay.

 

[MabelM]

The Architectural Boat Tour is my favorite thing to do in Chicago. I have lived in Chicago my entire life and found the tour fascinating. The Lincoln Park Zoo is not far from Wrigley so you could stop in there before or after the game. There might not be much time after the game. Since it is free, there is no pressure to stay for a long visit.

If you take the blue line from Rosemont, I would definitely get off at Addison and take the Addison bus to Wrigley. It should save time since it is more direct than taking the blue line and transferring to the red line.

I am a Lou Malnati’s fan. Giordano’s is also good. D’Agostino’s is not far from Wrigley and is a good local place. There are a lot of fun restaurants and bars around Wrigley. There is a ton to do before or after a game.

 

[Cadiewampus]

I want to echo the other peoples' recommendations to take an Architecture River Tour if you have time! I'm sure many people are reading this thinking it's lame and they're not into architecture. But believe me, I'm not into that type of stuff at all and I had a really great time! I had another friend who just went to Chicago with her friends and she too told me how much she enjoyed the tour.

There's something about being on the Chicago River lazily cruising along it while being given a tour of Chicago from a different vantage point that makes the tour money and time well spent!

Its been since 98 that have been on the River tour. Do they still take you through through the Lock and out on to the lake?