Historic Sites in Lower West Side

We've collected top 10 mentioned historic sites in Lower West Side from other articles such as Choose Chicago, Trip101, Lonely Planet Top Choices.

Historic Sites in Lower West Side

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
Rookery Building
Rookery Building
4.6 (804 ratings)4.5 (333 ratings)
Chicago's oldest high-rise, this 1885 Romanesque structure has a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed lobby.
209 S LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
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Mentioned by Thrillist
The Most Beautiful Buildings in Chicago, According to an Architecture Expert
"Architect/Firm: ​​​​​​​Burnham & Root, 1888 and Frank Lloyd Wright, 1907The Loop The architectural masterpiece originally designed by Burnham & Root in 1888 is one of the most-recognized buildings in the city. Frank Lloyd Wright later re-envisioned its two-story mezzanine with an oriel staircase and glass ceiling to illuminate white marble with gold geometric patterning, which now covers darker, copper-plated ironwork. The commercial office's facade experiments with late Roman, Venetian, Moorish, and medieval-European elements."
Mentioned by Trip101
15 Famous Buildings In Chicago, Illinois, The USA - Updated 2021
"Source: Photo by user Esther Westerveld used under CC BY 2.0. One of the finest building in the United States, the Rookery Building is an absolute architectural treat. The interior light court maximizes the natural light entering the building."
Glessner House
Glessner House
4.6 (178 ratings)4.5 (80 ratings)
Docent-led tours of a landmark 19th-century house & Chicago's oldest building.
1800 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistoric SitesSpecialty Museums
Macy's
Macy's
4.3 (9196 ratings)4 (1252 ratings)
Department store chain providing brand-name clothing, accessories, home furnishings & housewares.
111 N State St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
Department storeShoppingBeauty supply storeChildren's clothing storeFurniture storeJewelry storeLingerie storeMen's clothing storeRug storeShoe storeWomen's clothing storeHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Chicago 2 days itinerary
The perfect two day Chicago itinerary to hit the best photography spots
"Circle back toward the river, making a quick stop inside Macy’s State Street which is designated as a National Historic Landmark thanks to magnificent touches that make it feel more like a museum than a department store. Of note are the Great Clocks which weigh seven tonnes each, granite pillars that are the second-tallest of their type in the world, and the ornate Tiffany Ceiling which was painstakingly designed from 1.6 million pieces of hand-fired iridescent glass."
Mentioned by Chicago 1 day itinerary
1-day Chicago Itinerary
"Further down Randolph is Macy's on State Street, another stunning landmark building boasting seven floor of retail space and great dining options. Across the way, Block 37 is a five-story modern urban mall boasting its own gourmet food hall Latinicity and new Dine-in AMC Movie Theatre."
Mentioned by CBS Chicago
Best Men’s Wear Clothing Stores In Chicago
"3162 North Broadway Street Chicago, IL 60657 (773) 281-6111 www.hisstuffchicago.com. His Stuff offers attire for men who are in touch with their inner fashionisto. The clothing in this boutique can be gaudy, or casual, but they will never be outdated."
Frederick C. Robie House
Frederick C. Robie House
4.7 (744 ratings)4.5 (717 ratings)
Notable 1910 Prairie-style house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, offering tours five days a week.
5757 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Chicago, USA
"Of the numerous buildings that Frank Lloyd Wright designed around Chicago, none is more famous or influential than Robie House. Because its horizontal lines resembled the flat landscape of the Midwestern prairie, the style became known as the Prairie style. Inside are 174 stained-glass windows and doors, which you'll see on the hour-long tours (frequency varies by season, but there's usually at least one tour per hour). Advance tickets are highly recommended."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"Named one of the 10 most significant buildings of the 20th century by the American Institute of Architects, the 9,000-square-foot Robie…"
Bohemian National Cemetery
Bohemian National Cemetery
3.6 (70 ratings)4.5 (9 ratings)
5255 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60630, USA
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Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
21 Best Things to Do in Chicago
"Known for its limestone gatehouse and highly decorated columbarium niches, which are composed of photographs, artwork, flags, and other mementos of individuals whose ashes are stored there, this cemetery, established by Chicago's Czech community in 1877, also features storied mausoleums, stained glass images and a special dedication to Chicago Cubs fans. It's a quieter, welcome alternative to public parks that often draw rambunctious young children."
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
The best hotels in Chicago all have choice locations, swanky rooms, and gorgeous rooftops
"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."
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
4.7 (1649 ratings)4.5 (1195 ratings)
Home & studio of the famed Prairie-style architect, with guided tours focused on his early career.
951 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Chicago
"Wright designed and built his first home in 1889, on the strength of a $5,000 loan from his then employer and mentor, seminal Chicago…"
Marquette Building
Marquette Building
4.6 (142 ratings)4.5 (48 ratings)
Steel-framed skyscraper completed in 1895 & considered a masterpiece of Chicago School architecture.
140 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksCorporate officeArchitectural BuildingsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Bahá'í House of Worship
Bahá'í House of Worship
4.8 (2484 ratings)4.5 (413 ratings)
One of seven Baha'i temples in the world & features a 135-ft. white-stone dome completed in 1953.
100 Linden Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091, USA
Bahá'í house of worshipSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Chicago
"Your mouth is sure to drop to the floor the first time you lay eyes on this stunning structure, a nine-sided building that incorporates…"

Free Museums in Lower West Side

Chicago History Museum
Chicago History Museum
4.6 (2042 ratings)4.5 (1035 ratings)
Photos, artifacts, newsreels & dioramas bring to life historical events, architecture & more.
1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
History museumMuseumsCultural centerLocal history museum
Pritzker Military Museum & Library
Pritzker Military Museum & Library
4.5 (50 ratings)4 (61 ratings)
Collection of artifacts, films & books on US military history, housed in an ornate 1912 building.
104 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
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Mentioned by Choose Chicago
11 Must-See Museums Near Downtown Chicago
"At the Pritzker Military Museum & Library, You’ll find thousands of artifacts, books, posters, photographs, maps, and manuscripts, ranging from military medals to swords, that tell America’s history through the eyes of the citizen soldier. Take a tour any day of the week (free with admission) or wander collections ranging from WWII and Korean War training comics to medical research files on topics like early ambulances and Civil War nurses. Pritzker Military Museum & Library, 104 S."
Mentioned by Museum Hack
Museums in Chicago: The Complete List (2020
"The Pritzker Military Museum & Library in Chicago is dedicated to highlighting and studying military history. Founded in 2003, the museum now has more than 115,000 objects, 67,000 books, and 9,000 photos. The collection includes rare military memorabilia, glass negatives, posters, artwork, and videos."
Mentioned by Do312
Chicago Free Museum Days In 2020
"Museum admission is always free for anyone with an active military ID, the Chicago police and fire departments and children under 18. General free admission days for 2020 are:. April 6 – Centennial of WWI"
Loyola University Museum of Art (LUMA)
Loyola University Museum of Art (LUMA)
4.3 (90 ratings)4.5 (59 ratings)
Medieval, Renaissance & baroque art collections that reflect the faith of various cultures.
820 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Best Cookies in Lower West Side

Windy City Sweets
Windy City Sweets
4.5 (176 ratings)
Classic candy store filled with colorful confections, plus homemade fudge, ice cream & gift baskets.
3308 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Candy storeChocolate shopCookie shopCorporate gift supplierFrozen yogurt shopGift basket storeIce cream shopNut storePie shopToy store
Mentioned by Serious Eats
Where to Find the Best Ice Cream in Chicago
"If you judge an ice cream shop solely on how close it looks to a Willy Wonka-type Wonderland, then Windy City Sweets is your golden ticket. This classic Lakeview haunt is chock full of so much Americana sweets and ice cream that you practically get a cavity just by entering the front door. The candy (and fudge!) supply is great, but the ice cream is truly special."
Warm Belly Bakery
Warm Belly Bakery
4.5 (106 ratings)
Modern, colorful sweet shop with a rotating cookie menu, plus shakes, ice cream & gourmet coffee.
1148 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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Jarosch Bakery
Jarosch Bakery
4.7 (387 ratings)
Old-school, family-run shop offering a wide array of cookies, specialty cakes & donuts since 1959.
35 S Arlington Heights Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA
BakeryCake shopCookie shopCupcake shopDonut shopWedding bakery

Best French Bakery in Lower West Side

Nilly Cafe
Nilly Cafe
4.5 (137 ratings)
Menus focused on baked goods, salads, pizzas, & classic coffee shop beverages in a relaxed setting.
60 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
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Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme
3.7 (115 ratings)
Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.
108 N State St Suite 50, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
Donut shopCoffee shopDessert shopFast food restaurant
Three Happiness Restaurant
Three Happiness Restaurant
4.1 (993 ratings)
This small eatery with a dim sum steam cart & traditional Cantonese dishes gets busy on weekends.
209 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
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Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best 24-Hour Diners in Chicago
"Three Happiness serves up Szechuan shrimp at all hours of the day in Chinatown.|© jeffreyw / WikiCommons. Located in historic Chinatown, Three Happiness serves up authentic Chinese cuisine 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Zagat has this spot featured on both their lists of Best Dim Sum in Chicago and Best Chinese Restaurants in Chicago, so there’s definitely expertise behind the menu."

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