In spring and autumn, it is raised twice a week to allow sailboats to pass between Lake Michigan and inland boat yards where they are stored for winter. The plaza is home to Cloud Gate, a three-story, ton steel sculpture that has been dubbed by residents as "The Bean".
You can also catch a ride on the water taxi! Tip: This bridge makes it possible to cross the river without getting your feet wet!
There is a statue of Mr. DuSable on its northern side, great for a selfie that nobody will understand. It was built to house the corporate headquarters of the Wrigley Company. The building was modeled on the Giralda tower of Seville's Cathedral combined with French Renaissance details. The foot m south tower was completed in April and the north tower in May Walkways between the towers were added at the ground level and the third floor.
At night, the building is brightly lit with floodlights. If one walks through the center doors, they will find themselves in a secluded park area overlooking the Chicago River. The new owners made the building more attractive to businesses by adding a Walgreens, a coffee shop, a fitness center and a nursing room for mothers.
Why You Should Visit: One of the most beautiful buildings in Chicago, amazing from all angles and at all times of day, easy to get to, and surrounded by other cool architecture — a must-see in the downtown area.
Tip: Tours of the building are available inside. Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 8am-6pm; Sat: 8ampm. Today it houses the city's major daily newspaper, called Chicago Tribune. This Neo-Gothic skyscraper remains a remarkable architectural monument.
The building's highlights, besides architecture and design, are the many famous stones incorporated in the wall, like rock fragments from the Alamo, the Colosseum and the Chinese Wall. Image by Adam Jones, Ph. The owner came to adopt a lost goat and so it gained its name. Baseball fans know the story of the "Curse of the Cubs", which originated here because the goat was not allowed in Wrigley Field during the World Series. The tavern's other claim to fame is its tie with the Saturday Night Live "cheezborger" skit where they were mocking the stereotype of Chicagoans.
Served on a kaiser roll a welcome change! There are other options, too, such as breakfast and a good booze selection flowing from the beer taps is a special Berghoff brew , but this place is more about the experience in a true Chicago old-school pub The interior is really quite cool and definitely Instagram-worthy for those coming from afar.
Note: Tourists, don't be afraid of this place, nor fear its location under the main avenue. It may be dingy and divey, but that's part of the allure! A big sign will tell you to "enter at your own risk". Worry not! Expect to be yelled at a little but it is all in fun and part of Chicago's personality. Operation hours: Monday - Saturday: am - pm; Sunday: am - pm. Originally home to the Medinah Athletic Club, the story hotel included a boxing arena, an archery range, and an Olympic-size swimming pool, which is still intact.
If you're in the area, stop by the concierge desk to pick up an iPod featuring an audio tour of the original Athletic Club public spaces. The tour takes less than 30 minutes and directs you to some interesting interior rooms, at one flamboyant and elegant. Did you know that the center light fixture in the Grand Ballroom is a 12,pound Baccarat crystal chandelier, the largest in North America?
There is also a more masculine "smoking lounge" with heavy timbering, lavish stained glass, and a hand-painted ceiling depicting the stories of King Arthur and Parsifal. There is a lot more to see here — last but not least the elevated full-size indoor pool which holds , gallons of water and was named after Johnny Weissmuller, the famous Olympic athlete and actor who trained in it.
Its blue Spanish majolica tiles and terra-cotta fountain of Neptune remain unchanged and will make a trip here even more worthwhile. Garrett Popcorn shops have been popping kernels in old-fashioned copper kettles since they first opened in Indulge in the ever-popular Chicago Mix which they now refer to as Garretts Mix , a blend of caramel and cheese corn — the mix of sweet and salty is not as crazy as it sounds.
Fill a souvenir Chicago skyline tin with your favorite flavor, from buttery to caramel corn with pecans or with cashews. The line can get long but moves fairly quickly, and prices are quite reasonable considering all its fanfare. Tip 2: The popcorn is best when eaten soon after it's popped, so if you're going to enjoy it right away, definitely get the better deal of the bag.
There's also a location at the O'Hare Airport if you don't want to lug it around town. Besides its pointed, bulbous domes and horseshoe arches that reflect the Islamic influence so popular in the design of many Shriner's Temples, many of the key elements — including the intricate geometric patterns around the windows and doors — remind of mosques and palaces usually to be found in Spain.
After giving home to some of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's most famous recordings from the late s through the s, this Chicago landmark has been repurposed and today houses a Bloomingdale's home store. Although the interior was gutted to create space for retail displays, the dome was restored and the stained glass windows and exterior were repaired to keep the original building's character intact.
Tip: The 2nd-floor women's restroom may pique your interest, as it boasts the title of Chicago's most beautiful bathroom. It is the oldest church of the Anglican Communion and Episcopal tradition in the Chicago area, having been founded in It received the status of cathedral in after the Cathedral Church of St.
Peter and St. Paul was destroyed in a fire in , but the arrangement was terminated in On May 3, , St. James was again designated the cathedral and was formally set apart on June 4, It was built in the Gothic revival architectural style while at the same time integrating motifs symbolic of the message of the modern Church.
The church building is feet 71 m long, feet 38 m wide and can seat 1, people. In its design was completely altered, but it still retains its beauty and elegance. Holy Name Cathedral is one of the busiest parishes in the city. Why You Should Visit: A friendly-sized church with a homely, intimate feel.
Great location near the Water Tower and Magnificent Mile. Tip: Make sure you look up at the beautiful wooden ceiling with painted details. Image by spaetz on Flickr under Creative Commons License. With its smaller Gothic-style towers, the building looks more like a tiny European 13th-century castle. The Water Tower is inviting to make a stop at the Visitors' Center and the onsite City Gallery running free art exhibitions for the public.
Why You Should Visit: Great photo ops here and there's a nice little green space with benches around it to rest. Tip: While it looks good during the day, it looks even better at night when it's all lit up. Opening Hours: Mon-Sat: 10am-9pm; Sun: 10am-6pm. The museum, which was established in , is one of the world's largest contemporary art venues. It has hosted several notable debut exhibitions including Frida Kahlo's first U.
Allow map scroll. Nearby: Illinois and Chicago flags. Nathan Hale June 6, — September 22, Wrigley Building. Tribune Tower. Billy Goat Tavern. NFL Draft helmet display. Chicago flag. Around the World Mailing List. Your Name.
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