Things To Do

The 13 best speakeasies in Chicago, from the bookshelf door at The Drifter to the laundromat entrance at the Magic Lounge. A local’s guide to hidden bars.

The 8 incredible artifacts at Chicago’s hidden museum that inspired Indiana Jones. From a 17-foot King Tut to the original Pazuzu from The Exorcist.

The 17 most beautiful streets in Chicago, from the Magnificent Mile to hidden residential gems. A local’s guide to the postcard views and quiet boulevards.

The 20 things actually worth doing in Chicago this May, from people who live here. Festivals, food, lakefront, rooftops, plus a few even locals miss.

Here are the 8 tours in Chicago that are genuinely worth booking, ranked by who they’re best for.

In a quiet corner of the Field Museum, behind a sheet of glass in the Rice Gallery, two maneless lions … Read more

The 15 must-see masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago, from American Gothic to Nighthawks, with the wild stories behind each one.

The only Chicago itinerary you need — where to go, what to skip, and exactly what locals would tell you if you asked. 3 days, no filler.

Chicago has some of the most beautiful doors in the world — and most people walk straight past them. Here’s exactly where to find them.