Today, on my 12th anniversary of moving to Chicago, I am recounting the experiences that made me a Chicagoan… When I moved here I was 24 and I had no idea how long I would stay in Chicago – I was just ready to get out of NYC. In the past 12 years I’ve met […]
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Chicago Neighborhood Guides
Chicago is the “city of neighborhoods” and this collection of Chicago neighborhood guides will help you explore some of Chicago’s most iconic neighborhoods. These guides are the result of living in Chicago for 12 years. I also visited each neighborhood on a research mission to see what was new. Chicago Neighborhood Guides What to do […]
Chicago Itinerary
A complete 3 day Chicago itinerary to help you plan your visit to the Windy City! All the must-see sights, things to do, and restaurants to try. I’ve lived in Chicago for nearly 12 years and I have a strong love of this city. Over the past several weeks I have shared in-depth Chicago neighborhood […]
200+ Things to Do in Chicago
This list of 200+ things to do in Chicago includes all the best museums landmarks, annual events, parks, bars, restaurants, live music venues, shops, and more. It’s all neatly organized so you can find what you are looking for. I have lived in Chicago for the past 11 years and I am excited to share […]
What to do in Streeterville
A guide of what to do in Streeterville, a small neighborhood next to both downtown Chicago and the lakefront. Where is Streeterville Streeterville is located along Lake Michigan and just north of the Chicago River. It’s bordered by River North to the west and the Gold Coast to the north. How to Get to Streeterville […]
What to do in Lakeview Chicago
A guide of what to do in Lakeview, Chicago. This large neighborhood includes the smaller neighborhoods of both Wrigleyville, the Southport Corridor, and Boystown and runs beside Lake Michigan. When I first moved to Chicago I lived in Lakeview. This neighborhood is one of my favorites. It’s residential and has a neighborhood feel, yet there […]
What to do in the Gold Coast, Chicago
A guide of what to do in the Gold Coast, a Chicago neighborhood along Lake Michigan known for luxurious shopping and dining. The Gold Coast is one of the best areas for shopping. As you walk north, the Gold Coast becomes more and more residential, with some of the most desirable streets in Chicago being […]
What to do in River North
A guide of what to do in River North. This Chicago neighborhood is located directly across the river from downtown/The Loop and is a hub of restaurants and nightlife. Charles and I lived in River North for four years – it’s the type of neighborhood that you live in when you are in your 20s. […]
What to do in Wicker Park Chicago
A guide of what to do in Wicker Park, Chicago – this hipster neighborhood will seem familiar if you are a fan of High Fidelity since much of the 2000 John Cusack film was shot here. Wicker Park is to Chicago what Brooklyn is to New York City. It’s that effortlessly cool neighborhood. And like […]
What to do in Dumbo
A guide of what to do in Dumbo, the Brooklyn neighborhood located “down under the Manhattan Bridge overpass” including where to eat, shop, and explore. Dumbo is a small neighborhood within Brooklyn situated along the East River between the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan Bridge. The neighborhood is known for having stunning views of the […]