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101 places to see in Chicago before you die
The Oriental Institute is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

1. The Oriental Institute

9.1
1155 E 58th St (btwn Woodlawn Ave & University Ave), Chicago, IL
History Museum · Hyde Park · 25 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: One of Chicago’s Always Free Attractions, the museum has a collection of treasures from the Middle East such as a 5,000 year old mummy, a 40-ton Assyrian sculpture & a 17-foot tall statue of King Tut. Read more.

Jane Addams Hull-House Museum is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

2. Jane Addams Hull-House Museum

8.2
800 S Halsted St (at UIC), Chicago, IL
History Museum · University Village - Little Italy · 20 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Today, visitors can explore historic exhibitions, borrow seeds from an heirloom seed library, learn about urban horticulture, eat soup and debate politics, and see contemporary art exhibitions. Read more.

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

3. DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center

9.2
740 E 56th Pl (S Cottage Grove Ave), Chicago, IL
History Museum · Washington Park · 32 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Mosaic portraits in Founders Hall celebrate Dr. Margaret Burroughs, co-founder of the museum, Harold Washington, Chicago’s first African American Mayor, and DuSable, Founder of Chicago. Read more.

Chicago's Home Of Chicken & Waffles is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

4. Chicago's Home Of Chicken & Waffles

8.3
3947 S King Dr (at E Oakwood Blvd.), Chicago, IL
Southern Food Restaurant · Grand Boulevard · 101 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Popular with locals and visitors, Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles serves soul food up in a stylish dining room. Read more.

Quimby's is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

5. Quimby's

8.5
1854 W North Ave (at N Wolcott Av), Chicago, IL
Bookstore · Bucktown · 32 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Quimby’s features one-of-a-kind publications such as small and independent press books, magazines, zines, and underground comics, like Chicago cartoonist Chris Ware's Quimby the Mouse.

Oz Park is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

6. Oz Park

8.9
2021 N Burling St (btwn Webster Ave & Dickens Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · 29 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: http://timeoutchicago.com/things-to-do/this-week-in-chicago/32218/oz-park

Lincoln Park is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

7. Lincoln Park

9.3
N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Glenlake Ave & Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · Lincoln Park · 43 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The park stretches along the lakeshore and contains the Lincoln Park Zoo, the Lincoln Park Conservatory and the Lincoln Park Cultural Center.

DMK Burger Bar is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

8. DMK Burger Bar

8.8
2954 N Sheffield Ave (at W Wellington Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Lakeview · 257 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The fries (fried in beef fat), shakes or sides, like anchovy-draped Caesar salad, steal the show from the burger. Patties are cooked only “medium plus,” leaving them juiceless and disappointing.

Epic Burger is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

9. Epic Burger

7.9
517 S State St (btwn E Congress Pkwy & E Harrison St), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · South Loop · 105 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Burgers are cooked to a nice medium. Opt for aged cheddar, bacon and egg toppings, and be sure to add the rustic, skin-on fries. Try the Lemon Squeeze, a blend of fro-yo, strawberries and lemonade. Read more.

Hamburger Mary's is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

10. Hamburger Mary's

5400 N Clark St (at W Balmoral Ave.), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Andersonville · 100 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Sandwiches here are less about the meat and more about the toppings: the “Barbara-Q Bacon Cheeseburger” has so much on it (onion rings, barbecue sauce, bacon) it can hardly be held. Read more.

The Bad Apple is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

11. The Bad Apple

9.0
4300 N Lincoln Ave (at W Cullom Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · North Center · 200 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Get the Garlic Fries: Skin-on and fried, they get that rich hue of brown, rendering them crispy on the outside and pillowy on the inside, tossed in a perfect amount of fresh minced garlic. Read more.

12. Edzo's Burger Shop

7.8
1571 Sherman Ave (btwn Davis St & Grove St), Evanston, IL
Burger Joint · 95 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Order Taylor Street Fries, a standard order of fries, doused in Italian beef jus, topped with sweet peppers and spicy giardinera. The result? A glorious cross between an Italian beef and french fries. Read more.

Hot Doug's is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

13. Hot Doug's

3324 N California Ave (at Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Northwest Side · 236 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Order Duck Fat Fries. They are only served on Fridays and Saturdays and people line up for hours to get them.The distinct flavor of the duck fat adds a dimension to the starch of the fresh potatoes. Read more.

Millennium Park Chiropractic is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

14. Millennium Park Chiropractic

155 N Michigan Ave (Randolph and Michigan), Chicago, IL
Chiropractor · The Loop · No tips or reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: First planned in 1997 to create new parkland in Grant Park & transform unsightly railroad tracks & parking lots, the Park has evolved into one of the most significant millennium projects in the world.

The Art Institute of Chicago is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

15. The Art Institute of Chicago

9.5
111 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe St & Jackson Dr), Chicago, IL
Art Museum · Grant Park · 685 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The collection encompasses more than 5,000 years of human expression from around the world & more than 260,000 pieces. The Modern Wing was opened in 2009 & is the largest expansion in their history.

Shedd Aquarium is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

16. Shedd Aquarium

8.9
1200 S Lake Shore Dr (at Solidarity Dr), Chicago, IL
Aquarium · Museum Campus · 449 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: It's the world's largest indoor aquarium with over 8,000 aquatic animals representing over 700 species. The Marine Mammal Presentation features staff interacting with whales & dolphins as they dive.

Soldier Field is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

17. Soldier Field

8.9
1410 S Museum Campus Dr (btwn McFetridge Dr & Waldron Dr), Chicago, IL
Football Stadium · Musuem Campus · 216 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Opening in 1924, it has played host to Army-Navy & Notre Dame-USC football; the Chicago Bears moved here in 1971. The field has been featured in films, including Clint Eastwood's Flags of Our Fathers.

The Field Museum is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

18. The Field Museum

9.2
1400 S Lake Shore Dr (at McFetridge Dr), Chicago, IL
History Museum · Museum Campus · 357 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The museum was incorporated in 1893 as the Columbian Museum of Chicago, but the name was changed in 1905 to Field Museum of Natural History to better reflect its focus on the natural sciences.

19. Macy's

7.8
111 N State St (btwn W Randolph St & W Washington St), Chicago, IL
Department Store · The Loop · 157 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Head to the 5th Floor for a view of the Tiffany Favrile glass ceiling, which was installed in 1907, and contains over 1.6 million pieces of glass.

Skydeck Chicago is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

20. Skydeck Chicago

8.4
233 S Wacker Dr (btwn Adams St & Jackson Blvd), Chicago, IL
Scenic Lookout · The Loop · 392 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Superman can leap "the tallest building in a single bound", quite a feat at the Willis Tower, which is 1,450 feet (443 meters) high or 1,730 feet (520 meters) including the twin antenna towers.

Adler Planetarium is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

21. Adler Planetarium

8.7
1300 S Lake Shore Dr (at Solidarity Dr), Chicago, IL
Planetarium · Museum Campus · 171 tips and reviews
Chicago Cultural Center is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

22. Chicago Cultural Center

9.1
78 E Washington St (btwn N Michigan & N Garland Ct.), Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 153 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The Chicago Cultural Center was the backdrop for several scenes from The Untouchables, including Frank Nitti’s (Billy Drago) dramatic demise at the hand of federal agent Eliot Ness (Kevin Kostner).

Cloud Gate is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

23. Cloud Gate

9.3
N Michigan Ave (btwn Randolph St & Monroe Dr), Chicago, IL
Outdoor Sculpture · Grant Park · 302 tips and reviews

Jennie D.Jennie Day-Burget: If you like art and/or architecture don't miss The Bean in Millenium Park. It is truly fantastic!

Auditorium Theatre is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

24. Auditorium Theatre

9.3
50 E Congress Pkwy (Roosevelt University), Chicago, IL
Theater · The Loop · 69 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The Auditorium Theatre was designed and constructed by famed architects Dankmar Adler and Louis Sullivan; it opened in 1889. Read more.

Grant Park is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

25. Grant Park

9.5
337 E Randolph Dr (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · 135 tips and reviews

IFCIFC: Chicago: Any park that plays host to a Barack Obama victory speech and a Radiohead show in the same year deserves to be at the top of this list. -IFC Viewer

The Berghoff Restaurant is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

26. The Berghoff Restaurant

8.2
17 W Adams St (btwn S Dearborn St & S State St), Chicago, IL
German Restaurant · The Loop · 151 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: In "The Dark Knight" (2008), Lt Gordon (Gary Oldman) arrests the gangster Sal Maroni while he is enjoying dinner, in scenes shot at The Berghoff restaurant. Read more.

Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

27. Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain

9.2
301 S Columbus Dr (btwn Jackson Dr & Balbo Dr), Chicago, IL
Fountain · Grant Park · 134 tips and reviews

DoraDora: The wow-worthy mystical water and lights show can be seen after dusk from late Spring through mid-Fall.Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more.

Giordano's is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

28. Giordano's

8.5
223 W Jackson Blvd (at S Franklin St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · The Loop · 220 tips and reviews

Marc Jacobs IntlMarc Jacobs Intl: You have to make time for the little things in life. However the deep dish pizza is a big deal. MAJOR!

Buddy Guy's Legends is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

29. Buddy Guy's Legends

8.7
700 S Wabash Ave (at Balbo Dr.), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · South Loop · 140 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Local and international legends play here, and Buddy Guy himself graces the stage of his authentic blues club, where memorabilia like B.B. King and John Lee Hooker’s guitars complete the atmosphere. Read more.

Mercat a la Planxa is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

30. Mercat a la Planxa

7.6
638 S Michigan Ave (at E Balbo Ave), Chicago, IL
Tapas Restaurant · South Loop · 140 tips and reviews

Food NetworkFood Network: Mercat a la Planxa, the Catalan restaurant from Jose Garces, offers exciting tapas dishes and delicious Jamon Serrano.

Chicago Architecture Foundation is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

31. Chicago Architecture Foundation

224 S Michigan Ave (at E Jackson Blvd), Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 51 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The Bungalows By Bus Tour features the Chicago bungalows built between 1910-1940, & the Frank Lloyd Wright Bus Tour shows samples of his unique architecture in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District

Crown Fountain is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

32. Crown Fountain

8.8
Michigan Ave (btwn S Michigan Ave and Boeing Gallery S), Chicago, IL
Fountain · Grant Park · 63 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Traveling with kids? Splash around in the Crown Fountain in Millennium Park before attending a free family lecture, workshop or tour. -- Green Guide Editor

Daley Plaza Picasso is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

33. Daley Plaza Picasso

8.4
at Daley Plaza, Chicago, IL
Outdoor Sculpture · The Loop · 16 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The Chicago Picasso, a gift from the artist to the people of Chicago, has become a beloved icon of the city and a source of civic pride.

Ping Tom Memorial Park is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

34. Ping Tom Memorial Park

9.3
300 W 19th St (btwn Lumber St & Wentworth Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · South Loop · 24 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Among the Park’s cool features are a pagoda-shaped pavilion, where you can catch a water taxi to downtown Chicago, and a unique railroad drawbridge. Read more.

Lake Michigan is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

35. Lake Michigan

Lake Michigan, Chicago, IL
Lake · 81 tips and reviews

naveennaveen: when in town, try to stay at a hotel with views of the lake instead of back at the city – so serene. (and take a walk along it sometime!)

36. Columbia Yacht Club

111 N Lake Shore Dr (at Randolph St), Chicago, IL
Harbor or Marina · 20 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Taking over the Columbia Yacht Club’s luxe Abegweit vessel, Stay Smooth XIV will showcase low-key tunes from the likes of Kenny Loggins & others. Tickets are $40 in advance. Read more.

Chicago Yacht Club is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

37. Chicago Yacht Club

400 E Monroe St (at Lake Shore Drive), Chicago, IL
Harbor or Marina · Grant Park · 14 tips and reviews

Skip S.Skip Schink: Sonoma Cutrer by the glass sitting on the patio at sunset.

Lurie Garden is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

38. Lurie Garden

8.9
Millennium Park (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Garden · Grant Park · 47 tips and reviews

Henry S.Henry S: A very tranquil oasis.

39. South Loop

Chicago, IL
Neighborhood · 14 tips and reviews

Erin Patrick M.Erin Patrick McDonald: A little gem in the city. Not for everyone

Daley Bicentennial Plaza is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

40. Daley Bicentennial Plaza

337 E Randolph Dr (at Columbus Dr), Chicago, IL
Plaza · Grant Park · 5 tips and reviews

Levi W.Levi With: Disregard that first tip. He is referring to Cook Daley Plaza. Daley Bicentennial (where you are now) is part of Grant Park. Lots of Daleys. Lots of Plazas.

Northerly Island is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

41. Northerly Island

9.0
1400 S Linn White Dr (at Solidarity Dr), Chicago, IL
Park · 16 tips and reviews

Chicago Park DistrictChicago Park District: Join a free instructional class on how to put together equipment for a fun fishing experience! Sat., Oct. 15 from 10am - noon. Call 312.735.8997 to register.

42. The Agora

8.8
1135 S Michigan Ave (at Michigan Ave & Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Sculpture Garden · Grant Park · 10 tips and reviews

DANIELDANIEL: Mind all the chicken bones strewn about the premises - ESPECIALLY if you have dogs. The homeless can be such sloppy eaters...

Boeing Galleries is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

43. Boeing Galleries

8.4
Millennium Park (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Sculpture Garden · Grant Park · 14 tips and reviews

Geri D.Geri D' Fyniz: Beautiful scenery and the perfect place to shoot a music video in Chicago.

Grant Park is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

44. Grant Park

9.5
337 E Randolph Dr (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · 135 tips and reviews

Regan A.Regan Azizi: Grab some lunch and sit atop the hill on a summer afternoon for people watching or bring a sled during snowy winter days.

Avec is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

45. Avec

9.3
615 W Randolph St (at N Jefferson St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 213 tips and reviews
Eleven City Diner is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

46. Eleven City Diner

9.0
1112 S Wabash Ave (btwn 11th St & Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Diner · South Loop · 301 tips and reviews

ElevenEleven: Serious milk shakes!!

Yolk is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

47. Yolk

8.4
1120 S Michigan Ave (at E 11th St), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · South Loop · 247 tips and reviews

Roosevelt CollectionRoosevelt Collection: Our two recommendations: try the french toast and order the strawberry-orange juice. (Bring champagne if you want!)

South Branch Tavern & Grille is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

48. South Branch Tavern & Grille

7.6
100 S Wacker Dr (at W Monroe St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 56 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: Tasty bites such as bacon-wrapped Cajun shrimp and sesame ahi tuna wraps provide a potent punch of flavor during a post-work stop. Read more.

49. Magnolia Bakery

8.0
108 N State St (btwn W Randolph St & W Washington St), Chicago, IL
Bakery · The Loop · 157 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: It's easy to see how the sweets here became a New York—and now international—addiction: It'd be healthier to mainline sugar than to eat one of these cupcakes. Read more.

Sepia is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

50. Sepia

8.4
123 N Jefferson St (btwn W Washington St & W Randolph St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 64 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Dark and sultry, Sepia is great for a date. Things should go especially well after a few of their expertly stirred cocktails. - Inspector

White Palace Grill is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

51. White Palace Grill

8.0
1159 S Canal St (at Roosevelt Rd), Chicago, IL
Diner · South Loop · 94 tips and reviews
Miller's Pub is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

52. Miller's Pub

8.3
134 S Wabash Ave (btwn E Adams & E Monroe St), Chicago, IL
Pub · The Loop · 214 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: In the film The Lake House (2006), Kate Forster (Sandra Bullock) pours her heart out over a teary round of drinks in scenes filmed at Miller's Pub. Read more.

Willis Tower is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

53. Willis Tower

8.6
233 S Wacker Dr (btwn W Adams St & W Jackson Blvd), Chicago, IL
Structure · The Loop · 308 tips and reviews

Team CocoTeam Coco: "The Willis Tower used to be known as The Sears Tower. They changed the name after people kept showing up in the lobby trying to buy washing machine and ratchet sets." - Conan O'Brien

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

54. Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

5.8
5700 S Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL
International Airport · Midway Airport · 1184 tips and reviews

Coleman K.Coleman Kelly: Fly Southwest! They actually have a sense of humor.

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

55. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

6.2
10000 W O’Hare Ave, Chicago, IL
International Airport · 3946 tips and reviews

National PostNational Post: Peter Worthington: At some point—maybe now – we have got to amend airport security and start profiling those likely to blow the damn plane up – not patting down three-year-old children. Read more: Read more.

Museum of Science and Industry is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

56. Museum of Science and Industry

9.3
5700 S Lake Shore Dr (at 57th Dr), Chicago, IL
Science Museum · 407 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Don't miss the U-505 Submarine exhibit, the first enemy warship apprehended by the US Navy since 1815. -- Green Guide Editor

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

57. DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center

9.2
740 E 56th Pl (S Cottage Grove Ave), Chicago, IL
History Museum · Washington Park · 32 tips and reviews
Promontory Point Park is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

58. Promontory Point Park

9.2
5491 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
Park · East Hyde Park · 32 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Don’t miss the view of the Loop! -- Green Guide Editor

63rd Street Beach is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

59. 63rd Street Beach

8.2
6300 S Lake Shore Dr (at Hayes Dr), Chicago, IL
Beach · 20 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: This free admission beach is one of Chicago’s 33 sandy Lake Michigan beaches. Read more.

South Shore Cultural Center is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

60. South Shore Cultural Center

8.8
7059 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
Cultural Center · South Shore · 20 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The South Shore Cultural Center (formerly the South Shore Country Club) was recognized as a Chicago Landmark in 2004 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Read more.

Chinatown is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

61. Chinatown

Chicago, IL
Neighborhood · 39 tips and reviews

DHR.comDHR.com: The stretch of Wentworth Avenue will give you so many authentic dining choices. Make sure to try Seven Treasure’s authentic Cantonese noodle soup, and Spring World Restaurant's tea-smoked duck!

Bridgeport is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

62. Bridgeport

Chicago, IL
Neighborhood · 15 tips and reviews

Null N.Null Null: Please refrain from putting buckets on the street to save ur parking spot, is ghetto...

Honky Tonk BBQ is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

63. Honky Tonk BBQ

8.0
1800 S Racine Ave (at W 18th St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Pilsen · 92 tips and reviews

John A.John Amundsen: Some of the finest BBQ in the city - great ribs, tips, hot links. The brisket is the strongest offering - be sure to ask for extra mustard sauce.

Pleasant House Bakery is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

64. Pleasant House Bakery

964 W 31st St, Chicago, IL
Bakery · Bridgeport · 61 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the mushroom and kale pie from our 100 Best list: This is one of our favorite openings of the year: It’s understated, authentic and charming, just like this individual savory pie.

University of Chicago Bookstore is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

65. University of Chicago Bookstore

970 E 58th St (at Ellis Ave), Chicago, IL
College Bookstore · Hyde Park · 9 tips and reviews

UChicagoUChicago: The University Bookstore, operated by Barnes & Noble, sells UChicago textbooks and branded merchandise and includes a café.

Dat Donut is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

66. Dat Donut

8.3
8249 S Cottage Grove Ave (at E. 83rd St.), Chicago, IL
Donut Shop · East Chatham · 47 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: This take-out bakery specializes in the "Big Dat" an enormous doughnut, measuring 9" across and 3" tall.

875 North Michigan Avenue is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

67. 875 North Michigan Avenue

875 N Michigan Ave (btwn Delaware Pl & Chestnut St), Chicago, IL
Structure · Streeterville · 206 tips and reviews

Bloomingdale'sBloomingdale's: 96th floor, John Hancock Center: it doesn’t get any taller than this! Splendid views from every single spot – and don’t forget the ladies’ room vista.

Russian Tea Time is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

68. Russian Tea Time

7.4
77 E Adams St (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Russian Restaurant · The Loop · 69 tips and reviews

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: Try the delicately thin-skinned pelmini, Russian dumplings stuffed w/ a ground mix of beef & lots of onions. Or any of the Ukrainian vareniky, dumplings filled with pumpkin, asparagus or potato. Read more.

69. Lincoln Park Zoo

9.2
2001 N Clark St (btwn Fullerton Pkwy & LaSalle Dr), Chicago, IL
Zoo · Lincoln Park · 283 tips and reviews

TLCTLC: FREE and fabulous -- you'll find everything from gorillas and lions to penguins and polar bears.

Frontera Grill is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

70. Frontera Grill

8.8
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 257 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Atop his pioneering casual Mexican place, chef Rick Bayless uses portable, self-watering containers to grow several varieties of tomatoes and chiles used in the "rooftop salsa.”

71. Chicago Board of Trade

141 W Jackson Blvd (at LaSalle St), Chicago, IL
Office · The Loop · 33 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The trading floor is only open to academic or industry groups who book tours ahead of time. But anyone can check out our gigapan: http://bit.ly/seefloor Read more.

James R. Thompson Center is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

72. James R. Thompson Center

100 W Randolph St. (btwn LaSalle & Clark St.), Chicago, IL
Government Building · The Loop · 32 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: See the sculpture, Monument With Standing Beast, by Jean Dubuffet outside, then step inside to snap a photo of the Thompson Center's unusually shaped atrium.

900 North Michigan Shops is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

73. 900 North Michigan Shops

7.7
900 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Shopping Mall · Streeterville · 42 tips and reviews

The Magnificent MileThe Magnificent Mile: Before you shop til you drop, pick up an Exclusively 900 Card at The 900 Shops with special offers, savings and discounts from retailers. Available at the concierge desk.

Rootstock is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

74. Rootstock

9.2
954 N California Ave (at Augusta Blvd), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Humboldt Park · 58 tips and reviews

EaterEater: If you're not serious about great wine, beer and locally sourced, seasonal small plates, this chill Humboldt Park spot will convert you. [Eater 38 Member]

Aon Center is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

75. Aon Center

200 E Randolph Drive (at Columbus Dr), Chicago, IL
Office · The Loop · 21 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: 1,136 feet tall. 5th-tallest in the United States; formerly known as the Standard Oil Building. Learn more about Aon at http://trib.in/qzPAiS

Forever Marilyn is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

76. Forever Marilyn

Pioneer Ct (btwn Illinois St & Wacker Dr), Chicago, IL
Sculpture Garden · Streeterville · 21 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: This is the only time looking up a woman's skirt is acceptable.

Wrigley Field is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

77. Wrigley Field

9.2
1060 W Addison St (btwn Sheffield Ave & Clark St), Chicago, IL
Baseball Stadium · Wrigleyville · 573 tips and reviews

Araceli A.Araceli Arroyo: There is always next year for the Cubs, but don't wait to visit this great ball park

Montrose Beach is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

78. Montrose Beach

9.1
4400 N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Lawrence Ave & Montrose Ave), Chicago, IL
Beach · 55 tips and reviews

Araceli A.Araceli Arroyo: Big public beach, for swimming, volleyball, fishing and jet-ski action

Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

79. Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise

9.4
112 E Wacker Dr (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Tour Provider · The Loop · 105 tips and reviews

L H.L Hess: This was a great tour — totally worth it. Not just for tourists, either; it's genuinely interesting and lovely.

BP Bridge is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

80. BP Bridge

201 E Randolph St (In Millennium Park), Chicago, IL
Bridge · Grant Park · 7 tips and reviews
The Beginning of Route 66 is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

81. The Beginning of Route 66

7.9
Adams St. (Michigan Av.), Chicago, IL
Road · The Loop · 9 tips and reviews
The Spirit by by Omri & Julie Rotblatt-Amrany (Michael Jordan Statue) is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

82. The Spirit by by Omri & Julie Rotblatt-Amrany (Michael Jordan Statue)

8.5
United Center (Gate 4), Chicago, IL
Outdoor Sculpture · Near West Side · 31 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Located outside the United Center’s east end, the sculpture, which can be seen without buying a ticket to a Bulls or Blackhawks game, celebrates one of Chicago’s most internationally known figures. Read more.

Fine Arts Building is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

83. Fine Arts Building

8.4
410 S Michigan (South Michigan and East Congress Parkway), Chicago, IL
Office · Grant Park · 16 tips and reviews
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

84. Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio

9.4
951 Chicago Ave (at Forest Ave), Oak Park, IL
Historic and Protected Site · 54 tips and reviews

Juan C.Juan CONEJO: It's a nice walk in the spring time

Frank Lloyd Wright Robie House is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

85. Frank Lloyd Wright Robie House

8.9
5757 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL
History Museum · Hyde Park · 31 tips and reviews
360 CHICAGO is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

86. 360 CHICAGO

8.9
875 N Michigan Ave Fl 94 (btwn Delaware Pl & Chestnut St), Chicago, IL
Scenic Lookout · Streeterville · 167 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Located on the 94th floor of the building 1,000 feet above the Magnificent Mile, it's the city's only open-air skywalk. Here you'll see an incredible 360-degree view of Chicago, WI, IN & parts of IL.

LaSalle Street Financial District is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

87. LaSalle Street Financial District

7.5
Lasalle St (Jackson Blvd), Chicago, IL
Travel and Transportation · The Loop · 2 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Scenes from Transformers 3, depicting the final battle sequence between warring robots (Autobots and Decepticons) were shot here. Read more.

Marina City is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

88. Marina City

300 N State St (at Chicago River), Chicago, IL
Structure · North Side · 16 tips and reviews

ZaarlyChicagoZaarlyChicago: Wilco fans unite! This is the iconic structure from their album Yankee Foxtrot Hotel.

Marquette Building is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

89. Marquette Building

140 S Dearborn St (at W Adams St), Chicago, IL
Structure · The Loop · 5 tips and reviews

John B.John Bracken: Take stairs to 2nd floor for better view of the mosaics

Chicago Riverwalk is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

90. Chicago Riverwalk

9.5
Chicago River, Chicago, IL
Waterfront · The Loop · 140 tips and reviews
Chicago Public Library is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

91. Chicago Public Library

8.9
400 S. State St. (btwn Van Buren & Congress), Chicago, IL
Library · The Loop · 79 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Head to the 9th Floor of the city's central library to visit the Winter Garden, a spacious atrium with a terrazzo and marble floor and glass dome.

CTA - Quincy/Wells is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

92. CTA - Quincy/Wells

220 S Wells St (at W Quincy St), Chicago, IL
Metro Station · The Loop · 29 tips and reviews

Dylan C.Dylan C: Coolest L station in the Loop! Historically renovated to look like it did when it opened in 1897. Make sure to check out the period advertisements while you wait on the platform.

Richard J. Daley Center is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

93. Richard J. Daley Center

50 W Washington St (btwn Clark & Dearborn), Chicago, IL
Courthouse · The Loop · 56 tips and reviews

WalgreensWalgreens: Your chocolate malted milkshake is waiting at the Juice Bar... or maybe a made-to-order smoothie. Check out the all new Walgreens at State and Randolph!

Roosevelt University is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

94. Roosevelt University

430 S Michigan Ave (E Congress Pkwy), Chicago, IL
University · The Loop · 14 tips and reviews
Tribune Tower is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

95. Tribune Tower

435 N Michigan Ave (at E Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Structure · Streeterville · 55 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Did you know? A piece of the Berlin wall is one of the many special stones embedded in the wall of the Tribune Tower. Head to the Western Brown Line 'L' stop to see another Berlin Wall monument. Read more.

Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

96. Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago

6.9
401 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Hotel · Near North Side · 104 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: 1,389 feet tall, not counting the hair. Great story from the Tribune's Blair Kamin on Trump Tower. http://trib.in/oCe3oR

Blue Chicago is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

97. Blue Chicago

8.8
536 N Clark St (Bt W Grand Av & Ohio St.), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · River North · 57 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Mark Blue Chicago on your map; the venue offers plenty of live music at a convenient downtown location. Read more.

The Signature Lounge at the 96th is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

98. The Signature Lounge at the 96th

875 N Michigan Ave (btwn Delaware Pl & Chestnut St), Chicago, IL
Lounge · Streeterville · 305 tips and reviews

Allison L.Allison Luck: Higher than the observatory, & much nicer atmosphere

Sprinkles is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

99. Sprinkles

8.8
50 E Walton St (btwn Rush & Ernst), Chicago, IL
Cupcake Shop · Streeterville · 146 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: There’s no opening wide for these things—these are cupcakes that are, for once, of manageable size. That may convince you that you can eat more than one, which you probably can. Read more.

Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is one of 101 places to see in Chicago before you die.

100. Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

8.7
220 E Chicago Ave (at Mies van der Rohe Way), Chicago, IL
Art Museum · Streeterville · 154 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: One of the nation's largest facilities devoted to the art of our time the Museum offers exhibitions of art created since 1945. It boasts a terraced sculpture garden with a great view of Lake Michigan.

101. The Gage

9.1
24 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe & Madison St.), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · The Loop · 339 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Thought you’d want to know: Dirk Flanigan has been nominated for Chef of the Year in Time Out Chicago’s 2011 Eat Out Awards and Billy Lawless has been nominated for Restaurateur of the Year. Vote now! Read more.