Kaitlyn & John
Things To Do
Architecture Open House (Free Entry to COOL buildings)
We do this every year and are currently trying to figure out how to fit it in to the wedding weekend! Participating buildings throughout the city open their doors to the public to show off their views and the architecture which makes Chicago so awesome! Be sure to catch a view or two!!!
Chicago Riverwalk
Truly picturesque with the boats floating out to the lake, people gathering, and public art! Stop for a glass of wine at city winery or walk all the way out to the lake!
Lincoln Park Zoo
It's free and incredibly beautiful!
North Avenue Beach
Play some beach volleyball or take in the view of the city right on Lake Michigan!
Harold Washington Library
Free, books are super awesome, also go up to the 7th floor and peep the Winter Garden!
Shedd Aquarium
THE OTTERS! Everything else is also pretty awesome- recommend getting tickets in advance!
Adler Planetarium
John says "it's outta this world"- recommend tickets in advance!
Eleven City Diner
If you're going to one of the museums, this is a great place to grab a bite! Highly recommend the boozy milkshakes!
The 606
Get your 5k in! This family friendly rails to trail was a favorite of ours when we lived in Logan Square!
Urban Kayaks on the Chicago River
Kayak on the river amidst the skyscrapers! They're great about safety!
Chicago River Canoe and Kayak
This is where Kaitlyn loves to kayak on the north branch of the Chicago river! It's clean (er) and more residential. Sometimes you see coyotes on the banks and beavers in the water! Plan and email ahead!
Myopic Books
The bookshop from our first date (and otherwise beloved)!
RoscoeBooks
Our new neighborhood bookshop!
Steingold's of Chicago
BAGELS! We order this every weekend, no exaggeration.
Botanical Cafe
Plants and coffee - two of our favorite things! This delightful cafe is on our street, about a 4 minute walk from our living room!
Gretel
Our favorite restaurant. The lobster roll (hot) is Kait's pick, John likes the French Dip. We both devour the fries.
The StopAlong
We honestly can't say if the pizza or burgers are better, but it's a fun spot!
The Freeze
Old school walk up ice cream!
Kitsch'n on Roscoe
Funky and delicious brunch!