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Chicago just wouldn't be Chicago without its diverse and vibrant neighborhoods.

From Wicker Park to Wrigleyville, get to know what some of Chicago's best neighborhoods have to offer, and discover the city one block at a time.

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The Loop & The Magnificent Mile

Iconic Chicago Experiences

Experience two of downtown Chicago's most iconic districts.

The Loop

Where the famous ‘L’ trains meet, the Loop offers favorite Chicago photo ops, like The Bean in Millennium Park and the legendary Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower). For a one-of-a-kind look at the city, make sure to stop by 360 Chicago. This glass penthouse offers a stunning 360-degree view of the city from high above the street (try the Tilt, if you dare). Make sure to save some time to admire the architecture and pay a visit to the fantastic museum campus.

Skyscrapers face each other across the Chicago River.

The Magnificent Mile

Easily Chicago's most iconic shopping district, The Magnificent Mile on Michigan Avenue is a short walk north of Chicago's Loop and offers one of America's best urban shopping experiences. The Magnificent Mile also plays host to a variety of major events in Chicago throughout the year.

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Buildings line a street in Wicker Park in the daytime.

Chicago's Hottest Neighborhoods

Hipsters, bohemians & trend-setters welcome

Explore some of Chicago's trendiest and up-and-coming neighborhoods.

Wicker Park & Bucktown

Two of Chicago's artistic meccas, take advantage of frequent music festivals, peruse the area's various galleries and taste some interesting culinary treats.

People running and biking on the bike bridge

Logan Square

An up-and-coming home for the up-and-coming, Logan Square is one of Chicago's trendiest new neighborhoods. Chock full of interesting stops like the Logan Arcade and fabulous bars and nightlife, Logan Square is an exciting place to spend a day.

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Bartender entertaining customers.

Fulton Market District

Chicago's restaurant row

Sample cuisine from some of Chicago’s best and brightest.

If you’re looking for great cuisine in Chicago, look no further than the Fulton Market District. Just west of the Loop, you’ll find a utopia of fine dining, small sit-down spots and anything else you might be craving.

A burger

Check out the Famous Au Cheval, voted Best Burger by the Food Network. (The single cheeseburger is a double and the double is a triple so … be prepared.) For upscale and experimental dishes, pay a visit to The Girl & The Goat. Head Chef Stephanie Izard opened her award-winning restaurant in 2010 after winning Bravo’s Top Chef competition, and it’s been up hill ever since. And if neither of those tickle your fancy, take a stroll to discover something new! You won’t have to travel far.

A view down the main street in Chinatown Chicago

Chicago's Melting Pot

Ethnic neighborhoods

Travel from China to Greece in a few miles with these unbelievable ethnic neighborhoods.

Chinatown

Instantly recognizable, Chinatown is a must for any Chicago tour. Visit the Chinese-American Museum of Chicago to learn about the area's history and residents, sample some hyper-authentic Chinese cuisine and take some photos of the neighborhood's stunning architecture. And if you happen to be in the area during the Chinese New Year, don't miss the annual Chinese Lunar New Year Parade, complete with traditional dragons and drummers marching the streets.

Greektown

If you find yourself wandering the Near West Side, you might just stumble into one of Chicago’s best authentic Greek communities. Celebrate at the annual Greek Independence Day Parade, discover the National Hellenic Museum and take a tour on the Greektown Trolly.

Bronzeville

Bronzeville owes much of its incredible heritage to the “Great Migration.” As African-Americans fled oppression in the early 1900s, many made their home in what would come to be known as Bronzeville. This vibrant South Side community is alight with beautiful history and cultural attractions. Take a walking tour of the neighborhood to enjoy stunning Victorian and Romanesque architecture, and soak in the incredible public art displays, like Alison Saars “Monument to the Great Northern Migration” and the Victory Monument.

Pilsen & Little Village

Pilsen and Little Village, or La Villita, are two of the most vibrant Mexican communities in the country.  Together, these Lower West Side neighborhoods offer a rich cultural history. Visit the acclaimed National Museum of Mexican Art and peruse the authentic Mexican shops on a bustling 26th Street. Feast your eyes on beautiful street art and murals pasted everywhere  and sample some mouth-watering Mexican cuisine.

West Rogers Park 

West Rogers Park is a multicultural hub on Chicago’s North Side, serving as home to the city’s Jewish community and recent immigrants from  Russia, Pakistan, India and other countries. Be sure to take a stroll down the famous Devon Avenue, also known as Little India, for an afternoon with authentic Indian shops and dining.

Exterior of the Obama house in Hyde Park

Hyde Park

A presidential neighborhood

Home to some of Chicago’s best museums and a beloved Chicago native.

This South Side gem is home to one of the nation’s most distinguished schools – the University of Chicago – and one of Chicago’s most distinguished natives – President Barack Obama. Take a tour of the Obama sights, then check out the incredible museum scene – like Chicago favorite, the Museum of Science and Industry. Cap off your day perusing the vibrant food scene, and, of course, taking in some incredible local architecture. 

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Lincoln Park

An upscale playground

Home to culture, a zoo and the well-to-do.

Bikes on the Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo.

Lincoln Park is one of Chicago's most upscale neighborhoods. Right along Lake Michigan, just north of The Loop and Michigan Avenue, Lincoln Park affords visitors a variety of unique urban experiences. Visit local favorite Lincoln Park Zoo, learn about the City’s past at the Chicago History Museum and patronize some of Chicago's best and most exclusive shops. 

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The Wrigley Field marquee sign

Wrigleyville

Chicago's biggest party

Bars, baseball and more bars.

Thanks to the Chicago Cubs, Wrigleyville is alive with bars and nightlife. Close out your Chicago neighborhood tour at acclaimed local clubs like Smart Bar, see who's playing at the Metro and snag some classic Chicago fare. And if you happen to be in town during baseball season … well, you know where to go.

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