Historic Sites in Oak Lawn

We've collected top 10 mentioned historic sites in Oak Lawn from other articles such as Business Insider, CBS Chicago, Tripadvisor's Top Things to Do.

Historic Sites in Oak Lawn

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
Event venueSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
Chicago architecture: 10 iconic buildings not to miss
"LaSalle St.Architects: Daniel Burnham & John Root/Frank Lloyd Wright. On the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Chicago Landmark in 1972, The Rookery is located in Chicago’s downtown Financial District. It was constructed during a transitional period in architectural history, using both load-bearing masonry and a skeletal frame, which are distinguishing elements of the Chicago School of Architecture."
Mentioned by I Hit The Button
The 12 Best Places to Photograph in Chicago
"Before even visiting Chicago I knew about the famous stairs of the Rookery Building. If you want to take a picture of them (from the bottom) you’ll need to go on a tour of the building. Since the whole building is amazing, it’s well worth the admission…plus it goes to a good cause."
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 Trip101
10 Best Department Stores In Chicago, Illinois
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Ken Lund used under CC BY-SA 2.0. One of two Macy’s outlets in Chicago - the other is located on the Magnificent Mile - this world famous department store brand features a range of men’s and women’s clothing alongside kids, juniors, and home selections. A host of big-name designers are represented, including Ralph Lauren, Estee Lauder, and Calvin Klein."
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
Sights in Chicago
"Named one of the 10 most significant buildings of the 20th century by the American Institute of Architects, the 9,000-square-foot Robie…"
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."
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
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…"
Bohemian National Cemetery
Bohemian National Cemetery
3.6 (70 ratings)4.5 (9 ratings)
5255 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60630, USA
CemeterySights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
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."

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Oak Lawn

Lincoln Park Conservatory
Lincoln Park Conservatory
4.8 (2461 ratings)4.5 (680 ratings)
Thousands of plants, from tropical species to seasonal flowers, in a glass-domed structure.
2391 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Botanical gardenNature & ParksParkGardens
Mentioned by TripSavvy
Top Free Things To Do In Chicago
"Located at the north end of Lincoln Park Zoo, the Lincoln Park Conservatory features four serene greenhouses (Orchid House, Fern Room, Palm House and Show House) all displaying fantastic arrays of flora. During summer, venture outdoors to find a lush, French garden filled with a large variety of plants and flowers, and a beautiful fountain. Many Chicago residents utilize this space to sit and read, toss a football around, let their kids run freely or just take in the beauty of nature."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Top 10 Free Museums and Attractions in Chicago
"The Lincoln Park Conservatory, with its glass walls and exotic plant species, feels like a sanctuary in the middle of the bustling city. The Victorian-era building is divided into four spaces: the Fern Room, Orchid House, Palm House, and the Show House. Each houses thousands of plant and flower varieties that thrive in the conservatory’s balmy conditions all year round."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
32 Totally Free Things to Do in Chicago
"For a big city, Chicago has a surprising number of places dedicated to all things green. For example, the Lincoln Park Conservatory, on the shores of Lake Michigan, has a botanical garden teeming with ferns, tropical flowers, and palms."
Saint Clement Church
Saint Clement Church
4.6 (174 ratings)4.5 (8 ratings)
642 W Deming Pl, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksSacred & Religious Sites
Mentioned by Your Day by MK
Chicago Wedding Guide: Catholic Churches
"Address: 642 W Deming PlSaturday Mass Times: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 6:30pmA/C: YesCost: $1,900.00, includes organist and cantorParishioner?. Yes, at least one of youTime for photos after: 15 minutesCan you bring your own priest?. YesOther info to note:If there are 3 weddings already scheduled on a particular day, a visiting priest must preside at the 4th wedding."
Mentioned by usatales.com
10 Best Churches in Chicago
"The St. Clement Catholic Church of Lincoln Park- is a stunning example of the byzantine style that features greek geometrics. The inspiration behind the structure is the mosque of Istanbul- Hagia Sophia. You can find 12th and 13th-century fashioned mosaics on the apse of the dome."
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
Event venueSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
Chicago architecture: 10 iconic buildings not to miss
"LaSalle St.Architects: Daniel Burnham & John Root/Frank Lloyd Wright. On the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Chicago Landmark in 1972, The Rookery is located in Chicago’s downtown Financial District. It was constructed during a transitional period in architectural history, using both load-bearing masonry and a skeletal frame, which are distinguishing elements of the Chicago School of Architecture."
Mentioned by I Hit The Button
The 12 Best Places to Photograph in Chicago
"Before even visiting Chicago I knew about the famous stairs of the Rookery Building. If you want to take a picture of them (from the bottom) you’ll need to go on a tour of the building. Since the whole building is amazing, it’s well worth the admission…plus it goes to a good cause."

Popular Gardens in Oak Lawn

Garden of the Phoenix
Garden of the Phoenix
4.7 (549 ratings)4.5 (19 ratings)
Japanese garden on Jackson Park's Wooded Island featuring a waterfall & foot bridges.
6300 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
GardenNature & Parks
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

Best Nightlife in Oak Lawn

Proxi
Proxi
4.6 (573 ratings)
Chic stop for global street food & cocktails in an architectural setting with dining room & lounge.
565 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Small plates restaurantBarCocktail barEvent venueRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
Where to Eat in Chicago Right Now
"Chef Andrew Zimmerman's Mad Men-style outfit is like the younger sister to Sepia, his popular upscale restaurant next door. The varied menu reads like an Asian hawker market, showing off Zimmerman's global street food influences: coal-roasted mussels with 'nduja butter, grilled young chicken with tamarind chili sauce, or pork belly-shrimp stuffed, crispy Vietnamese crepe. The smorgasbord of flavors and preparations range from Indian and Mediterranean to Thai and Mexican."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 11 best dessert menus in Chicago
"Chef Andrew Zimmerman’s menu at Proxi blends borders and pulls from every corner of the globe, so it's no surprise that pastry chef Sarah Mispagel's desserts follow suit. Try black raspberry kulfi (a play on an Indian dessert) or down spoonfuls of chocolate custard with Vietnamese coffee. But our favorite dessert of all is the tres leches cake, a cube of dense, milk-laden pastry showered in strawberries, shards of meringue and bits of caramelized goat’s milk."
Spybar
Spybar
3.7 (261 ratings)
Basement dance club where DJs spin electronic, techno & house music.
646 N Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Night clubBarDJ serviceLive music venue
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The 7 Best Nightclubs in Chicago
"Spybar opened its doors to the dancing crowd in 1995|© Matthew Reeves Photography. Another basement club in River North, Spybar has been around since 1995 and can match any nightclub for the big-name house, techno and electro DJs it attracts every week. Spybar describes itself as a “perfect cross-section between high-octane clubbing and intimate lounge atmosphere,” a claim backed up by Rolling Stone magazine, which included it in its list of the top 10 dance clubs in the US in 2013."
Mentioned by RoverAtlas
15 Best Nightclubs In Chicago To Enjoy Its Nightlife
"Spybar is one of the most uber-cool clubs in the River North neighborhood. Thanks to its “global vibe,” Spybar attracts several electro and underground techno artistes from around the world. It has served as one of the favorite party spots around since 1995."
Volare Ristorante Italiano
Volare Ristorante Italiano
4.6 (1919 ratings)
Traditional, homestyle Italian cooking in a bustling dining room with an old-world feel.
201 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Italian restaurantBarCocktail barLunch restaurantDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantPizza deliveryPizza restaurantPizza TakeoutWine bar

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