Chicago: A Traveler’s Guide

by Natasha Wolff | January 6, 2015 12:47 pm

See the best of what this city has to offer, from foodie-favorites to perfect weekend escapes. We’ve gathered together the chicest hotels, restaurants, bars and shopping destinations for every type of trip. There are low-key lakeside activities on the North Shore and family-friendly activities for kids. You’ll also find nightlife suggestions that include bars, clubs and places ideal for post-dinner dancing.

The Best Spas in Chicago
[1]
Relax in comfort and style at these exclusive spots.

The Best Workouts in Chicago[2]
Get fit and toned at these stylish studios.

10 New Restaurants in Chicago[3]
Read more about these great places to eat, drink and unwind.

Chicago’s Ever Expanding Retail Scene[4]
There have been hints of an Oak Street/Gold Coast revival over the past two years, and it’s finally in full swing.

The Best Shopping in Chicago
[5]
See where to shop for everything from clothes to accessories.

The Best Restaurants in Chicago
[6]
Here are the top places to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner like a local.

Shopping for Children in Chi-Town[7]
Your guide to Chicago’s very best stores for kids.

Hebru Brantley’s Guide to Summer in Chicago[8]
The graffiti artist turned painter—who counts Jay Z and the Pritzker family among his fans—offers the inside scoop on his native city.

Three Hot Foodie Spots in Chicago[9]
Check out the city’s newest restaurant offerings.

The Best Bars and Clubs in Chicago
[10]
Find out where to dance the night away or casually sip a cocktail.

The Best Museums and Galleries in Chicago
[11]
Here’s a closer look at this city’s most impressive art collections and exhibits.

5 Chicago Rooftop Bars Equipped for Cold Weather[12]
Check out these elevated hotspots open year-round in the Windy City.

The Melmans are Coming[13]
Three new ventures from the heirs to one of Chicago’s most successful restaurant groups.

Lake Town Escape: Day Trip Destinations in Harbor Country[14]
For city dwellers flocking to Southwestern Michigan this summer, a few of our favorite urbane outposts.

The Best Hotels in Chicago
[15]
Check out the most luxurious hotels and resorts this city has to offer.

The Best Attractions and Activities in Chicago
[16]
Take a ride on a boat cruise or visit one of the country’s oldest zoos.

Endnotes:
  1. The Best Spas in Chicago
    : http://dujour.com/cities/best-spas-chicago/
  2. The Best Workouts in Chicago: http://dujour.com/cities/chicago/best-workouts-chicago/
  3. 10 New Restaurants in Chicago: http://dujour.com/article/new-restaurants-chicago
  4. Chicago’s Ever Expanding Retail Scene: http://dujour.com/article/chicago-new-stores-shopping-gold-coast
  5. The Best Shopping in Chicago
    : http://dujour.com/cities/chicago/best-shopping-chicago/
  6. The Best Restaurants in Chicago
    : http://dujour.com/cities/chicago/best-restaurants-chicago/
  7. Shopping for Children in Chi-Town: http://dujour.com/article/best-chicago-childrens-stores-kids
  8. Hebru Brantley’s Guide to Summer in Chicago: http://dujour.com/gallery/hebru-brantley-guide-to-chicago-food-shopping-activities
  9. Three Hot Foodie Spots in Chicago: http://dujour.com/gallery/three-hot-foodie-spots
  10. The Best Bars and Clubs in Chicago
    : http://dujour.com/cities/chicago/best-bars-clubs-chicago/
  11. The Best Museums and Galleries in Chicago
    : http://dujour.com/cities/best-museums-galleries-chicago/
  12. 5 Chicago Rooftop Bars Equipped for Cold Weather: http://dujour.com/gallery/best-rooftop-bars-chicago-pictures/
  13. The Melmans are Coming: http://dujour.com/article/new-melmans-restaurants-in-chicago-bub-city
  14. Lake Town Escape: Day Trip Destinations in Harbor Country: http://dujour.com/gallery/lake-town-escape-day-trip-destinations-in-harbor-country
  15. The Best Hotels in Chicago
    : http://dujour.com/cities/best-hotels-chicago/
  16. The Best Attractions and Activities in Chicago
    : http://dujour.com/cities/best-attractions-activities-chicago/

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