Chicago institutions we love
Lincoln Park Zoo is one of Chicago institutions we love.

1. Lincoln Park Zoo

9.1
2001 N Clark St (btwn Fullerton Pkwy & LaSalle Dr), Chicago, IL
Zoológico · Lincoln Park · 283 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Scenes from the movie "The Time Traveler's Wife" (2009) were shot in the Lion House at the Lincoln Park Zoo. Leer más.

Humboldt Park is one of Chicago institutions we love.

2. Humboldt Park

8.5
1400 N Humboldt Dr (off of Luis Munoz Marin Dr), Chicago, IL
Parque · Humboldt Park · 41 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: A 207 acre park established more than a century ago, Humboldt Park was influenced by Danish-born designer Jens Jensen. Leer más.

Renegade Handmade is one of Chicago institutions we love.

3. Renegade Handmade

1924 W Division St (at N Damen Ave), Chicago, IL
Tienda de artesanía · Wicker Park · 9 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The Renegade Craft Fair, which got its start in Chicago, has a permanent storefront in Wicker Park where you can shop year-round for one-of-a-kind DIY goods by over 300 artists. Leer más.

The Second City is one of Chicago institutions we love.

4. The Second City

9.2
1616 N Wells St (btwn Concord Ln & North Ave), Chicago, IL
Restaurante con show humorístico · Old Town Triangle · 151 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The world famous Second City, launched the careers of numerous SNL alumni, such improv greats as John Belushi, Bill Murray, Steve Carell, and Tina Fey.

Newberry Library is one of Chicago institutions we love.

5. Newberry Library

60 W Walton St, Chicago, IL
Biblioteca universitaria · Near North Side · 14 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The Newberry Library's website has detailed information on items in their collection that are mentioned in Niffenegger's best-selling novel "The Time Traveler's Wife": http://bit.ly/7x0Pfy Leer más.

Garfield Park Conservatory is one of Chicago institutions we love.

6. Garfield Park Conservatory

9.4
300 N Central Park Ave (at Lake St), Chicago, IL
Jardín · East Garfield Park · 74 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Often referred to as “landscape art under glass,” the free admission conservatory occupies approximately 4.5 acres inside and out, where thousands of plant species are on display. Leer más.

Andersonville is one of Chicago institutions we love.

7. Andersonville

Chicago, IL
Barrio · 22 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: For a printable map & detailed guide to Andersonville, visit: http://bit.ly/andersonville Leer más.

North Park Village Nature Center is one of Chicago institutions we love.

8. North Park Village Nature Center

8.4
5801 N Pulaski Rd (at Peterson Ave), Chicago, IL
Reserva natural · Hollywood Park · 19 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: A a 46-acre nature preserve and educational facility with miles of trails and lots of wildlife.

Glenwood Avenue Arts District is one of Chicago institutions we love.

9. Glenwood Avenue Arts District

8.3
6912 N Glenwood Ave (at W Morse Ave), Chicago, IL
Arte y entretenimiento · Rogers Park · 6 tips y reseñas

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The cobblestone, mural-lined Glenwood Avenue Arts District in Rogers Park is home to award-winning theaters, art galleries, a seasonal farmers market, and cute cafes. Leer más.

Ping Tom Memorial Park is one of Chicago institutions we love.

10. Ping Tom Memorial Park

9.2
300 W 19th St (btwn Lumber St & Wentworth Ave), Chicago, IL
Parque · South Loop · 24 tips y reseñas

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. Leer más.

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is one of Chicago institutions we love.

11. DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center

9.2
740 E 56th Pl (S Cottage Grove Ave), Chicago, IL
Museo histórico · Washington Park · 32 tips y reseñas

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. Leer más.

Chicago Cultural Center is one of Chicago institutions we love.

12. Chicago Cultural Center

9.1
78 E Washington St (btwn N Michigan & N Garland Ct.), Chicago, IL
Museo · The Loop · 153 tips y reseñas

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).

Harris Theater is one of Chicago institutions we love.

13. Harris Theater

8.7
205 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Teatro · Grant Park · 22 tips y reseñas
Merit School of Music is one of Chicago institutions we love.

14. Merit School of Music

8.8
38 S Peoria St, Chicago, IL
Escuela de música · Near West Side · 3 tips y reseñas
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is one of Chicago institutions we love.

15. Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

8.7
220 E Chicago Ave (at Mies van der Rohe Way), Chicago, IL
Museo de arte · Streeterville · 154 tips y reseñas