Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Medinah

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Medinah

Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium
4.6 (25232 ratings)4 (9031 ratings)
State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.
1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
AquariumZoos & AquariumsHistorical landmarkLearning center
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"The Shedd is dedicated to "engaging, inspiring, entertaining and informing" the public about the life in oceans and waterways. You're in a building on Lake Michigan in downtown Chicago, but you are immersed in a world of coral reefs, rainforests, and the Pacific Northwest coast. The Shedd, on the Museum Campus northeast of Soldier Field, prides itself on its dedication to conservation and the protection of wildlife habitats."
Millennium Park
Millennium Park
4.8 (58155 ratings)4.5 (22489 ratings)
24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Navy Pier
Navy Pier
4.6 (50660 ratings)4 (13593 ratings)
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Sights & LandmarksAmusement centerCultural centerEvent venuePiers & BoardwalksTheme Parks
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"There are plenty of other attractions from Navy Pier included on this list, but we would be remiss if we didn’t include the Ferris Wheel. At 200-feet high, the Centennial Wheel offers 360-degree views and enclosed gondolas, making it a child favorite no matter the season. A post shared by Ri na Estrada (@_rinaestrada) on Oct 13, 2016 at 4:21pm PDT"
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
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"If you’ve been making a to do list for Chicago, you’ve probably listed a few of Navy Pier‘s attractions already. It extends into Lake Michigan like a sort of overgrown boardwalk, and it’s absolutely packed with shops, restaurants, galleries, museums, movie theaters and other popular places for locals and tourists alike. There are rides, too."
Mentioned by Travel Tips - USA Today
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"There is no admission fee to enter the Navy Pier, which offers free fireworks shows throughout the year and hosts a lineup of free entertainment and music each season. Head to the Navy Pier to see local arts and crafts vendors presenting their wares and to enjoy the scenic views of Lake Michigan."
Garfield Park Conservatory
Garfield Park Conservatory
4.8 (6118 ratings)4.5 (719 ratings)
184-acre park with a swimming pool, fishing lagoon, athletic fields, tennis courts & more.
300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksBotanical gardenHistoric SitesGardens
Grant Park
Grant Park
4.7 (16394 ratings)4.5 (854 ratings)
319-acre centerpiece of Downtown housing some of the city's busiest attractions.
337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
City parkNature & ParksPark
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
4.3 (9182 ratings)4.5 (63 ratings)
Storied hotel with upscale quarters & casual dining, plus a lavish lobby, 7 ballrooms & a chic bar.
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
HotelSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Business Insider
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"Lisa Lubin is an established travel/food writer and photographer, video consultant, three-time Emmy®-award winning TV producer, and travel industry expert. After more than a decade in broadcast television she took a sabbatical and traveled around the world for three years. She has been blogging atLLworldtour.comsince 2006."
James R. Thompson Center
James R. Thompson Center
4 (275 ratings)3.5 (57 ratings)
100 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
State government officeSights & LandmarksGovernment Buildings
Northerly Island
Northerly Island
4.5 (75 ratings)3.5 (116 ratings)
Lake island & park, home to Huntington Bank Pavilion amphitheater, nature trails & skyline vistas.
Chicago, IL 60605, USA
IslandNature & Parks
Milton Lee Olive Park
Milton Lee Olive Park
4.8 (339 ratings)4.5 (33 ratings)
Secluded urban oasis on the water with city skyline views, serene paths & circular fountains.
E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Fine Arts Building
Fine Arts Building
4.7 (514 ratings)4.5 (29 ratings)
Artists' studios in a historic 1885 building with Art Nouveau-era murals & a vintage elevator.
410 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Art centerSights & LandmarksArt galleryArchitectural BuildingsTheaters

Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Medinah Area

Pipers Alley Mall
Pipers Alley Mall
4.2 (516 ratings)
Landmark shopping mall offers a variety of retail shops, restaurants & a cinema.
210 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Shopping mall
Ford City Mall
Ford City Mall
3.8 (6639 ratings)
Retail destination with 135-plus stores & restaurants plus a multiplex movie theater.
7601 S Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60652, USA
Shopping mall
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Shopping Malls In Chicago, Illinois
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user One Homo Sapiens used under CC BY 3.0. Heading to the Southwest Side of Chicago?. Ford City Mall has stood there since 1945."
Sullivan Center
Sullivan Center
4.7 (6 ratings)4 (24 ratings)
9 E Madison St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
Historical landmarkShoppingArchitectural BuildingsDepartment Stores
Mentioned by Tales of a Backpacker
Free Things to do in Chicago Illinois
"Many of Chicago’s most historic buildings are located in the loop. The Willis Tower was the world’s tallest building until 1998. Including the antenna, it is 1,730 feet tall."

Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Medinah

Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood and Crab
Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood and Crab
4.6 (421 ratings)
Seafood & prime steaks are the specialties of this chain spot with a cocktail lounge & live music.
41 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Seafood restaurantCocktail barCrab houseTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSteak houseWine bar
Mentioned by American Eats
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"The final restaurant on the list of the best places to get Seafood in Chicago is Truluck’s Chicago. Truluck’s Chicago specializes in seafood and prime steaks. The seafood is always fresh as well."
Pockets Restaurant
Pockets Restaurant
4.4 (196 ratings)
Pita sandwiches & salads are the mainstays at this casual counter-service chain.
1009 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Fast food restaurantCatererTakeout RestaurantPizza deliveryPizza restaurantPizza TakeoutRestaurantSalad shopSandwich shopVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Make it Better
15 Restaurants With Great Rooftops and Patios for Outdoor Dining in Chicago
"Check out this delightful rooftop deck overlooking Evanston’s Central Street. Their Mexican cuisine-with-a-twist is something to be savored, from the Sweet Potato and Green Chili Latke with apple salsa and citrus crema to the Roasted Cauliflower Queso served with crisp tostones (fried plantains). I recommend a Mezcal Paloma to wash it all down under the twinkly lights."
The Spice Room
The Spice Room
4.4 (578 ratings)
Northern Indian food is offered in a simple storefront setting with bare wood tables & BYOB.
2906 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Indian restaurantEthnic restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by Cozymeal
The 41 Best Restaurants in Chicago
"Among the best restaurants in Chicago is this luxe dining room, with a deep menu of Indian favorites from samosas to curry and a lovely selection of vegetarian options prepared by gourmet chefs. There are also seafood, beef and chicken offerings as well, and catering is available for those events that call for something special on the table. The Spice Room | 435 N."

Best Pastries in Medinah

TeaPotBrew Bakery
TeaPotBrew Bakery
4.7 (281 ratings)
1802 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Coffee shopBakeryBreakfast restaurantLunch restaurantPastry shopTea houseTea store
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 22 most amazing bakeries in Chicago
"Restaurants Bakeries Near South Side. Life's sweet at Veranda Runsewe's South Loop bakery, where the pastries are baked fresh daily and the custom cakes are crafted with love. The muffins and loaf cakes pair nicely with the lengthy list of tea varieties, from cinnamon-plum and jade oolong to matcha-ginger buzz."
Pan Hellenic Pastry Shop
Pan Hellenic Pastry Shop
4.8 (50 ratings)
Greek bakery serving Chicagoland for 40 years offering traditional breads, baklava & savory items.
322 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Pastry shopBakeryImporter
Eataly Chicago
Eataly Chicago
4.4 (276 ratings)
43 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Italian restaurantCafeCooking schoolItalian grocery storePasta shopPastry shopPizza TakeoutWine store
Mentioned by The Blonde in Pink
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"I have been going here for as long as I can remember; it may be my original first favorite restaurant in Chicago. Fun fact, I posted that first picture to my feed back when I started my account back in 2014!. Eataly can only be described as an Italian food mecca… With several different restaurants, markets, wine bars, even a nutella bar, this place is a true destination and SO much fun."
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
Where to Get Takeout Tonight in Chicago
"Well, Eataly’s takeout pies are purposefully under baked so that, once you throw one in the oven for a couple of minutes, it’ll taste just like you’re at the restaurant. You can order Eataly today off Caviar."
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 21 Best Ice Cream Shops in Chicago
"Nowhere else can you find the most authentic Italian gelato outside of Italy. Skip the Nutella bar and head straight for Eataly’s gelato this summer."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Medinah

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Wyndham Garden Elk Grove Village - O'Hare
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Sonesta ES Suites Chicago - Lombard
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$123 /night
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4.4 (501 reviews)
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Schaumburg, IL
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$104.72 /night
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