10 Unusual Things To Do In Chicago That Tourists Always Miss
Forget the Bean and explore Chicago’s strange side with this guide to the city’s 10 weirdest hidden gems, featuring secret speakeasies, underground tunnels, and live turtle racing.
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From hidden gems to must-see attractions, we’ve got your itinerary covered. If it’s happening in Chicago, you’ll find it here.
The 5 Most Scenic Train Rides You Can Take from Chicago (Including The Most Beautiful in the USA)
Ditch the traffic and the rental car. From a secret $10 lakefront cruise to the epic California Zephyr, here are the 5 scenic train rides from Chicago actually worth the ticket.
David Byrne Is Transforming A Downtown Chicago Office Into A Massive, Mind-Bending ‘Sensory Playground’ This Spring
David Byrne is turning a downtown Chicago office into a wild, immersive art experience. See why this surreal production is set to become the city’s newest obsession for locals and tourists alike.
Everyone is Raving About This Pop-Up Museum in Chicago – Go See It Before It Shuts Down in April 2026
With a perfect 4.9-star rating and over 2,400 rave reviews, Chicago’s balloon-filled EmotionAir pop-up museum is being called ‘absolutely amazing’ and ‘totally worth it’ by visitors – but it’s only here until April 2026.
9 Things Locals Say You Absolutely Must Do When Visiting Chicago
We asked our 65k Chicago-loving followers what they thought were absolute must-dos for any visitor to the city. Here’s what … Read more
Locals Guide to the Best FREE Things in Chicago
Forget the pricey tours and tourist traps. Hundreds of locals just dropped their ultimate guide to experiencing the best of … Read more
Chicago Locals Say These Are the City’s Absolute Worst Tourist Traps
We all have that moment. A friend or family member comes to visit, their eyes wide with excitement, and they … Read more
14 Chicago Restaurants That Locals Swear Are A Perfect 10/10
Let’s be honest, we’re all chasing that perfect meal. The one you talk about for weeks, the one that makes … Read more
Chicago’s Famous Hot Tub Boats Are Officially Back. Here’s How Much It Costs To Rent One.
Just when you thought Chicago couldn’t get any crazier, one of the city’s most talked-about winter adventures is making its … Read more
Epic Halloween Display in Chicago Suburbs Goes Viral with Tribute to Iconic Movie
Forget fake spiderwebs and plastic skeletons. One family in the Chicago suburbs has taken their love for Halloween to a … Read more