Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in South Loop

We've collected top 10 mentioned nature and parks in South Loop from other articles such as Condé Nast Traveler, Culture Trip, TripHobo.

Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in South Loop

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
North Avenue Beach
North Avenue Beach
4.6 (2362 ratings)4 (237 ratings)
Illinois 60614
BeachNature & Parks
Maggie Daley Park
Maggie Daley Park
4.7 (7947 ratings)4.5 (1200 ratings)
Popular recreational area with winter ice skating, a climbing wall & playground equipment.
337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by planetware.com
9 Best Parks in Chicago | PlanetWare
"Situated next to Millennium Park, Maggie Daley Park sits on over 20 acres next to the waterfront in downtown Chicago. The park's most popular kids' attraction is a mini-golf course, which has a series of the city's most iconic buildings and landmarks at each hole. The Play Garden is a big hit with younger kids, where they can play pirate on a huge land-bound ship complete with rope bridges and plenty of room to imagine."
Mentioned by Your Chicago Guide
AMAZING Free Things To Do in Chicago
"The northeast corner of Grant Park has been turned into a GIANT playground. (Seriously – it’s giant!) The lakefront recreation center also features a climbing wall and a skating ribbon."
Montrose Beach
Montrose Beach
4.6 (192 ratings)4.5 (92 ratings)
Seasonal sand beach offering an enclosed dog area, water sports & a festive bar/restaurant.
Illinois, USA
BeachNature & Parks
Oak Street Beach
Oak Street Beach
4.8 (149 ratings)4.5 (339 ratings)
This sandy city beach on Lake Michigan allows swimming when lifeguards are present.
Illinois 60611, USA
BeachNature & Parks
Lakefront Trail
Lakefront Trail
4.5 (2244 ratings)
18.5-mi. mixed-use trail along Lake Michigan, with multiple parks & city skyline views.
Illinois, USA
Nature & ParksBiking TrailsHiking Trails
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
Chicago – The Perfect Itinerary for First-Timers
"Chicago’s Lakefront Trail I promised we’d do a lot of walking today, so next, head back towards Lake Michigan and enjoy the lakefront trail, a nearly 20-mile stretch of paved walkway that meanders down the city’s coastline. The views are spectacular and it’s a great way to see the city’s skyline from a distance. If you’d prefer to bike the trail (highly recommended!), check out the city’s bike-sharing system, Divvy, where you can grab a bike for a 24-hour rental period from one of the city’s many stations"
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
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 Your Chicago Guide
AMAZING Free Things To Do in Chicago
"Lincoln Park Conservatory has been a beautiful getaway since the 1890s. Inside, you’ll find tropical palms, ancient ferns, and plenty of other exotic plants."
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
Ping Tom Memorial Park
Ping Tom Memorial Park
4.5 (2065 ratings)4.5 (22 ratings)
Chinatown park on the Chicago River with Chinese-style landscaping, a playground & kayak rentals.
1700 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Memorial parkNature & ParksPark

Best Breweries and Beer Places in South Loop

On Tour Brewing Company
On Tour Brewing Company
4.7 (249 ratings)4.5 (9 ratings)
Warehouselike microbrewery tasting room pouring house beers & offering canned beers to go.
1725 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
BreweryFood & Drink
Uncommon Ground - Lakeview
Uncommon Ground - Lakeview
4.2 (397 ratings)
All-day eatery known for seasonal American fare, housemade organic beer, wine, drinks & live music.
3800 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
Organic restaurantAmerican restaurantBreweryBrewpubFamily restaurantLive music venueRestaurantVegetarian restaurant
Lo Rez Brewing and Taproom
Lo Rez Brewing and Taproom
4.4 (188 ratings)
Housemade craft brews are tapped in a funky, warehouselike space with distressed brick & ductwork.
2101 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
BreweryBar
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
Chicago Breweries with Incredible Taprooms | Craft Beer
"The founders, former tech co-workers turned brewers, rehabbed much of the 19th-century industrial building themselves. The result is a soaring but cozy space that features brick walls, a 40-foot-long oak bar, a patio, and picnic tables that encourage mingling. They also encourage you to bring your everything, including food, games, darts, kids, and dogs — but they’re got the beer covered."
Mentioned by Do312
The Best Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries In ...
"Lo Rez has spent the last year posting snapshots of their great events so we're so excited that they have reopened their space (with precautions!). They are also offering cheap home delivery throughout the Chicago area."

Top Best Chinese Restaurants in South Loop

Northern Taste
Northern Taste
4.5 (157 ratings)
A sizable Chinese menu served in a minimalist dining room with lanterns, Wi-Fi & lazy Susans.
3409 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Chinese restaurantDelivery RestaurantRestaurant
Phoenix Restaurant
Phoenix Restaurant
4.2 (1253 ratings)
No-frills standby for numerous authentic offerings from rolling carts plus standard Chinese dishes.
2131 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
RestaurantChinese restaurantDim sum restaurant
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Chinese Restaurants in Chicago - Top Rated Chinese Restaurants
"Phoenix Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant serving savory and real tasting Oriental cuisine in Chicago, Illinois. The restaurant is in a suitable area and reasonable costs make their restaurant a refined pick for take-out or dine-in from the Chicago society. Phoenix Restaurant is well recognized for its selection in taste and more precious quality ingredients that are wholesome."
Mentioned by Cozymeal
The 41 Best Restaurants in Chicago
"Upscale urban style meets traditional comfort at the Michelin-guide-mentioned Phoenix, one of the best restaurants in Chicago for Chinese cuisine. Order classics from soup to dessert or try the more contemporary casseroles, all presented for viewing in authentic bamboo baskets and cooked fresh to order. Phoenix Restaurant | 2131 S."
Grandee Cuisine
Grandee Cuisine
4.2 (303 ratings)
Destination for classic Chinese cooking & dim with cocktails amid dramatic, modern decor.
215 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
RestaurantChinese restaurantDim sum restaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by Make it Better
The Best Chinese Restaurants in Chicago and the Suburbs
"Although fairly new to the North Shore, this downtown Evanston spot has quickly become a favorite. We love their Pan-Fried Chicken and Cabbage Potstickers and the Spicy Beef Noodle Soup, but I also encourage you to look in the “Shang’s Authentic Flavors” section, where you’ll find the Sichuan Fish Casserole (sea bass and napa cabbage in a Sichuan peppercorn broth), Tomato Stir-Fried with Egg (real comfort food!), and Northern-Style Peking Pork Chop with Sweet & Sour Glaze."

Best Bath Houses in South Loop

Allyu Spa
Allyu Spa
4.7 (214 ratings)
600 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Day spaFacial spaMassage therapistNail salonSpa
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Spas in Chicago - Top Rated Wellness Spas
"Allyu Spa delivers medicinal massage and bodywork, superior skincare and elegance tools in a relaxing and lavish mood. Their aspiration is habitually to anticipate for your wellness needs in your individual and accurate way. Their gift inside their society would be a competent distance, higher treatments and services and products to promote health insurance and wellbeing."
Mentioned by PureWow
Top 10 Chicago Spas by Neighborhood
"With its dramatic white draperies and warm uplighting, Allyu is the kind of place we’re tempted to loiter. So it’s a good thing that loitering, lingering and general lounging are encouraged for all spa guests. After your hot stone massage or chakra balancing, curl up in an armchair with an herbal tea and take it all in."
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Spas In Chicago, Illinois, USA - Updated 2021
"A post shared by Allyu Spa (@allyuspa) on Nov 22, 2016 at 10:18am PST. With an aim to ensure your well, the Allyu Spa is known for its therapeutic massages and treatments. They offer special massages and treatments for expecting mothers as well as couple massages and services."
Karyn's Inner Beauty
Karyn's Inner Beauty
4.4 (124 ratings)
Creative raw & vegan fare in a casual space with an attached market/cafe & a juice bar.
1717 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Day spaBody shaping classBook storeFood producerGrocery storeHealth spaLymph drainage therapistMassage spaVitamin & supplements store
Mentioned by VacationIdea
14 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Chicago, IL
"Renowned for her 100% organic, vegan, and raw cuisine, Karyn Calabrese turns up the heart with her latest addition to the fold: Karyn’s Raw. Still offering a menu of organic vegan and vegetarian dishes, the restaurant serves conscious comfort raw food such as house-made empanadas, chunky nachos, peanut Asian style noodles, crêpes, mouthwatering vegan tiramisu, and more. Diners can enjoy a range of organic wines and beer with their meals and kick back on a Sunday with a long, lazy brunch."
Dvida Spa
Dvida Spa
4.8 (128 ratings)
507 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Medical spaFacial spaLaser hair removal serviceSkin care clinicSpaWeight loss service
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Spas In Chicago, Illinois, USA - Updated 2021
"A post shared by DVIDA SPA | CHICAGO (@dvidaspa) on Nov 14, 2018 at 10:02pm PST. Known for their coolsculpting treatment i.e. a non-surgical fat reducing treatment, the Dvida spa is a must visit. You could visit this spa if you want any sort of fillers – they have a variety to offer."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near South Loop

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ENVITAE 3BR Spacious Lux Skyview Of Navy Pier
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$202 /night
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Sheraton Grand Chicago
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$375 /night
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4.2 (1443 reviews)
The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago
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$206 /night
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