This contemporary Mexican eatery is a larger sibling of the popular Old Town original. The festive dining room features exposed brick walls, vibrant Mexican artwork, an open display kitchen, and there's a large, covered sidewalk cafe in the summer.

This location is a spin-off of the Lake View original, which has been serving up traditional Swedish fare since 1945.

A newcomer to the Mile, the Apple Store is the most interactive shopping experience along the strip. With daily workshops for navigating your Mac, a Genius Bar for technical support, and two-floors of everything Apple, it’s easy to lose track of time in this Macintosh-made world.

This neighborhood spot is a throwback to the 1940-era supper club and cocktail lounge, right down to the antique martini shaker collection behind the retro bar.

Consignment and new clothing and accessories from high-end names.

Why shop at a chain store? At Equinox, lamps, furniture, candles, and other tabletop wares abound. If you can't outfit your abode with accents from your own adventures, this lofty home store is the next best thing.

This sushi spot offers something most other sushi spots don't; live kill sushi.

This Lalo's is an outpost of the family-owned chain that started in the Little Village neighborhood back in the early 1970s.

Navy Pier, one of the top tourist attractions in Chicago and the country, is visited by almost nine million visitors per year. From dining to shopping, boat tours to countless entertainment options, Navy Pier in Chicago is a must-stop for a wide range of visitors--Chicago residents already know and love it!

Watch our latest video offering and take a quick, two-minute narrated tour through the highlights at Navy Pier, stern to bow.

Take a thrilling cruise along the Chicago lakefront in a high-powered vessel from Seadog Speedboat Rides.

Stunning 360-degree views of Chicago. Open daily, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. May-Sept., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Oct.-April. Must arrive 30 minutes prior to closing. Tickets $8.50-11.95; free for children under 3 free.

Take a skyline cruises aboard a sailing vessel with all the panache and elegance engine-less travel entails.

Located on the Magnificent Mile, Wendella Boats are guided by expert staff.

Sample the sounds of the sultry saxophone, the bold bass, the thundering trumpet and the  daring drum beats at Blue Chicago, one of Chicago's best blues clubs. Open seven nights a week, Blue Chicago features some of the best names in blues and jazz. 

The Lookingglass Theatre Company creates and executes uniquely innovative work in ensemble-based performances.