Close Icon
Gear IconImportant Reminder:The Foursquare City Guide app officially sunset on December 15, 2024, with the web version following in early 2025. However, your check-in journey doesn’t end here! Join us on Swarm, where new adventures await.
Learn more
Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do
Myopic Books is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

1. Myopic Books

8.8
1564 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Bookstore · Wicker Park · 62 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: One of the largest used bookstores in Chicago, Myopic's three levels include a mezzanine section with reading nooks overlooking the main floor and a basement with floor-to-ceiling shelving. Read more.

Penny's Noodle Shop is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

2. Penny's Noodle Shop

1542 N Damen Ave (at Milwuakee & North), Chicago, IL
Asian Restaurant · Wicker Park · 46 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: The menu is packed with affordably priced appetizers like gyoza and spring rolls, and a host of and noodle soups, bowls and curries. Read more.

The Boring Store is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

3. The Boring Store

1331 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn Hermitage & Paulina), Chicago, IL
Office Supply Store · Wicker Park · 13 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Before you go to the store, go to the Website. It's awesome. Seriously fun. Read more.

Chopin Theatre is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

4. Chopin Theatre

8.8
1543 W Division St (at Milwaukee Ave), Chicago, IL
Theater · Noble Square · 15 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: "With kindly, theater-loving owners and great Polish beer at the bar, the Chopin is a composer of merit." --Chris Jones, Tribune. Read more.

Dusty Groove is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

5. Dusty Groove

8.6
1120 N Ashland Ave (btwn W Division St & W Cortez St), Chicago, IL
Record Store · East Ukrainian Village · 12 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: The brick-and-mortar arm of an online operation, the store specializes in older jazz, blues, soul, and Latin music, as well as oddball soundtracks from Europe and Asia, in both LP and CD formats. Read more.

Kokorokoko is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

6. Kokorokoko

1112 N Ashland Ave (Thomas), Chicago, IL
Clothing Store · East Ukrainian Village · 7 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Vintage clothing with a 80s edge and a 90s vibe. Buy online if you wish, but going to the store is much more exciting experience. Read more.

Double Door is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

7. Double Door

1572 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn Damen Ave & Honore St), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Wicker Park · 56 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: With the feel of a rehearsal room/basement, the club's sound system and layout are prime for music lovers. Read more.

Bongo Room is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

8. Bongo Room

8.6
1470 N Milwaukee Ave (at Honore St), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Wicker Park · 153 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Look for options like three-apple brioche French toast and Black Forest pancakes. Egg dishes--in massive portions--are also popular choices. Read more.

Polish Museum of America is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

9. Polish Museum of America

7.7
984 N Milwaukee Ave (Milwaukee/Augusta), Chicago, IL
History Museum · Noble Square · 10 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday–Wednesday. Closed Thursdays and major holidays. Read more.

CTA - Damen is one of Wicker Park/Bucktown: 10 things to do.

10. CTA - Damen

1588 N Damen Ave (btwn Milwaukee & Pierce), Chicago, IL
Metro Station · Wicker Park · 37 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: When the sun is rising in the east, this is a great vantage point to snap a photo of the skyline. Just don't make too big of a deal about it - security keeps a close eye on shutterbugs. Read more.