Downtown Chicago has something for everyone. From Grant and Millennium Parks to the Theater District and the Museum Campus, there’s no shortage of things to explore. Start charting your course of action with these destinations, below.
Cider Summit returns to Navy Pier this Saturday and will feature more than 140 ciders including regional favorites and international classics from England, Scotland, France, and Spain. The festival will also feature specially selected food pairings in the new Cider Cocktail Lounge.
Complete with star-crossed lovers and swashbuckling sword fights, The Lyric Opera of Chicago’s “Romeo and Juliet,” running now through March 19, has something for everyone.
Here’s what you need to know about Navy Pier’s Ferris Wheel, the Centennial Wheel, an iconic part of the Chicago skyline.
Chicago has it all. Shopping, performing arts, media outlets, and other superior forms of entertainment. Yes, Chicago is indeed well known for many things…and here to add to that list is none other than the Chicago Children’s Museum at Navy Pier. Chicago Children’s Museum Exhibits As if that were not enough, the museum houses… Read more »
Frankie’s Pizza by the Slice is an extension of Frankie’s 5th Floor Pizzeria located at 900 N. Michigan Ave. Chris “Big Frankie” Favero, created a pizza crust that takes an American spin on the traditional Neapolitan pizza. Frankie’s at Navy Pier features delicious pizzas offered both by the slice, as well as in individual pan… Read more »
Big Bowl, offering authentic Thai and Chinese food, has been a local favorite since its first Chicago location in 1996. Big Bowl only uses the highest quality ingredients – naturally-raised chicken and beef, heritage pork, sustainable seafood, and locally grown produce – whenever possible. Big Bowl Chinese Express at Navy Pier features some of the… Read more »
Find the perfect end to your day at Navy Pier. A tourist attraction by day quickly transforms into a romantic, classy destination for your evening meal at Riva Crabhouse, a top Chicago seafood restaurant. A Phil Stefani Signature Restaurant, Riva is situated a little further down Navy Pier, making it perfect for a breathtaking view… Read more »
A long day at Navy Pier and a long way from the Loop can make you ask one thing: what’s there to eat around here? Well, if you are a sports enthusiast (or just enjoy great food) the answer to the question is Navy Pier Restaurant Harry Caray’s Tavern. Located right near the entrance of… Read more »
By car, train, bus or boat, Getting to Navy Pier in Chicago is a breeze! Here’s a guide to how to get to Navy Pier – no matter your preferred method of transportation. Take Metra to Navy Pier Navy Pier is easily accessible via train thanks to the Metra train lines. With numerous stations downtown… Read more »
There is nothing more iconic, picture-perfect, and breathtaking than the Chicago Skyline. Whether you’re looking for a day of family fun or a night of dinner and dancing, Navy Pier’s numerous vessels offer one-of-a-kind experiences for a cruise off shore. For a seafaring adventure, bring the family aboard Tall Ship Windy. A 148-foot, four-masted sailing… Read more »