Bored in Chicago

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Who knew Chicago had a nearby waterfall? This peaceful and beautiful nature retreat is just 20-30 min from Chicago and is great to explore with friends and family!

Have you been to this stunning and peaceful oasis near Chicago?

Ride the elevator in this European grocery store to discover one of Chicago’s best rooftop spots. Gene’s is a must-experience each summer - find it and 49 more experiences in the Chicago Summer Passport (link in bio)

One of the best study spots in Chicago looks like a spaceship or a futuristic egg

Chicago’s magical free water pump - would you try this Fountain of Youth?

Nonna’s GoodLife Pizza won WGN’s Best Pizza and serves up huge, thick slices for great prices. Swing by, eat some delicious pizza, save some money, and then explore the amazing downtown La Grange neighborhood. Pro-Tips to Ensure You’re Not Bored: ✅ Take advantage of the specials! $2 per huge slice at lunch on Mondays or $7 for a massive 63 square inch slice of the day ✅ Order the stadium pizza – if you dare! This may be Chicago’s largest pizza: 26” x 18”. Humongous and delicious – great for a party (or yourself if you are a competitive food eater) ✅ Try the Homemade Cannoli! Get these cream-filled, sweet Italian pastries that are made in-house each day. ✅ Explore La Grange! It has a cute downtown with plenty of activities. Fun nearby spots include: Primal Oceans (they have a salt cave!), Jackson Square Mall (for antiquing), and more restaurants (though I doubt you’ll be hungry!) 📍 42 LaGrange Rd in La Grange, IL

Illinois’ only operating water powered gristmill was also a certified stop of the Underground Railroad, and it’s near Chicago and free to visit!

Chicago’s summer night market - Argyle street in Uptown. Grab some delicious food and drinks, enjoy the cultural performances, and explore one of Chicago’s coolest neighborhoods. Who are you taking here?

Good coffee tucked away a downtown Chicago alley. Supposedly great bagels as well! Tag who you’d bring here and follow for more!

You can go up to the Sky Chapel in Chicago completely for free. This unique location, at the top of a skyscraper, is considered the highest permanent place of worship above ground level in the world

Chicago is home to the world’s fanciest Target, with ornate cast iron decorations and more

Hidden along the lake, just off the lakefront trail, is La Ronda Parakata, a little-known gathering space with great views and calm serenity. Visit the link in my bio to get your Chicago Summer Passport which includes more summer bucket list adventures

But seriously, get out into nature this summer. This trail was awesome

Chicago’s chimney filled, Catholic cardinal mansion. Has the new Chicago pope been here?

This Chicago park has views of the world’s best skyline, free rock climbing, nature, and history. A must visit this summer and 1 of 50 adventures in the Chicago Summer Passport

This is the Chicago version of hiking Everest 📍 Swallow Cliff Stairs in Palos Park, Illinois

Witness over 600 feet of lakefront wall get painted by artists during the annual Rogers Park Artists of the Wall festival. A creative community tradition that you don’t want to miss! This Father’s Day weekend (6/14-6/15). For more incredible Chicago summer adventures (and pro-tips, ratings, pictures, and journal prompts), get the Chicago Summer Passport - available at the link in my profile

This Chicago public art installation looms over the Chicago River and provides a convenient service to passerby. Send this to someone who had no clue!

Search along the lake near Chicago’s Oakwood Beach and you may stumble upon a stunning sculpture with an illegal history - the secret mermaid. Have you found this hidden carving yet?