Things to Do

THE SIGHTS START JUST STEPS FROM YOUR FRONT DOOR

At Emil Bach House and Lang House Chicago, you don’t have to go far to find things to do or see. Only blocks away you can stand at the shore of one of the world’s largest sources of fresh water, an inland ocean, Lake Michigan. The list goes on, expanding northward to Evanston and Northwestern University and south to Loyola University. Conveniently located on the north side of Chicago, you can catch a quick train into the city, see a baseball game at Wrigley Field or visit one of the many world-famous museums.

This list of things to do will get you started in your surroundings. If we can help you navigate your way into the city with recommendations or tips, please just ask.

Anto Pizza & Pasta
1547 W Jarvis Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, USA

Relaxed, modern eatery offering Italian starters, salads, pasta & pizza
antopizza.com

Charmers Cafe
1500 West Jarvis Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA

Just a short walk to this neighborhood cafe, perfect for breakfast and lunch
charmerscafe.com

The Lakefront Restaurant
2401 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, USA

An upscale tavern located in the historic Theater on the Lake building. The Skyline Patio, open seasonally, provides stunning views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.
theateronthelake.com/restaurant

Francesca’s
1039 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA

An Italian restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance
miafrancesca.com

Peckish Pig
623 Howard Street, Evanston, IL,

Evanston’s first brewpub with a fun, vibrant atmosphere
thepeckishpig.com

Campagnola
815 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

Simply prepared Italian dishes using local ingredients in a comfy space
campagnolarestaurant.com

Bulldog Ale House
6606 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, USA

Swing by this pub for some great beers and bar food.
bulldogalehouse.com

Twisted Tapas
1146 W Pratt Blvd, Chicago, IL 60626, USA

Neighborhood restaurant specializing in traditional and international fusion tapas
twistedtapas.us

Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL, USA

www.chicagobotanic.org/

Chicago Architecture Center
111 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, USA

312-922-TOUR (8687) to book a tour
www.architecture.org/tours

The Chicago Mosaic School
1127 West Granville Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660, USA
chicagomosaicschool.com

XO Marshmallow
6977 N Sheridan Rd.
Sweet treats, marshmallow classes, café!
www.xomarshmallow.com

The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
www.fieldmuseum.org

Loyola Park
1230 W Greenleaf Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
Take a stroll on the walking trails in the local park with views of the lake.

Loyola Beach
1230 W Greenleaf Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
Enjoy a serene walk down the white sand beaches of Lake Michigan, just blocks from the house.
www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/loyola-beach

Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613
See the historic Wrigley Field home of the 2016 World Series Champion Cubs.
www.mlb.com/cubs/ballpark

Rogers Park/West Ridge Historical Society
7363 N Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, USA

Established by local residents who believed their part of Chicago was a place with much to celebrate, the Society today serves the community through its publications, neighborhood tours, Living History programs and other educational and outreach efforts.
rpwhs.org

Evanston History Center
225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL 60201
The Evanston History Center, located in the historic Charles Gates Dawes House, strives to capture and teach Evanston’s rich history.
www.evanstonhistorycenter.org
Chicago Architecture Center
111 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
312-922-TOUR (8687) to book a tour
www.architecture.org/tours

Chicago History Museum
1601 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL
CHM’s mission—to share Chicago’s stories, serving as a hub of scholarship and learning, inspiration, and civic engagement—is the foundation of the Museum’s programs and events, exhibitions, educational initiatives, publications, and collecting activities that touch the lives of all Chicagoans and help them make meaningful and personal connections to history.
www.chicagohistory.org

Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613
See the historic Wrigley Field home of the 2016 World Series Champion Cubs.
www.mlb.com/cubs/ballpark

The Chicago Mosaic School
1127 West Granville Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660
chicagomosaicschool.com

Northwestern University
633 Clark St, Evanston, IL 60208
www.northwestern.edu

Loyola University
1032 W Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626
www.luc.edu/

Morse Fresh Market
1430 W Morse Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
 
Jewel-Osco
5516 N Clark Rd, Chicago, IL 60640
 
Sonnys Food Store

7001 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626

Whole Foods

6009 N Broadway Rd, Chicago, IL 60660

Bark Place
1775 W Greenleaf Ave, Chicago, IL 60626,
www.barkplacechicago.com/
 
Bark Bark Club
5943 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660
www.barkbarkclub.com/
 
Grooming by Galdy
7007 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626
groomingbygaldy.net/
 
Chicago Architecture Center
112 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
 
If you are looking for the ultimate Chicago architecture experience, and the #1 boat tour in North America according to USA Today Readers’ Choice 2021 Awards, the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) hosts this fun and educational tour.  For more than 25 years, the CAC’s expertly trained docent volunteers have led the river cruise, sharing fascinating stories behind more than 50 buildings along the Chicago River. Hear how Chicago grew from a small settlement into one of the world’s largest cities in less than 100 years. In just 90 minutes, you’ll get the best overview of Chicago’s architecture and its history.The boat tour launches from the Northeast corner of Michigan Ave. and E. Wacker Dr. Look for the blue awning marking the stairway entrance, 112 E. Wacker Dr.  For a full immersion experience also visit the CAC building at 111 E. Wacker Drive, just east of Michigan Ave.  The center is convenient and fun and has excellent souvenirs of your visit to Chicago.
 
architecture.org (River Cruise)