Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Chicago

We've collected top 10 mentioned romantic places in Chicago from other articles such as Navy Pier, Kev's Best, TouchBistro, including restaurants, getaways and things to do spots.

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago
4.8 (23445 ratings)5 (22413 ratings)
Renowned art museum holding nearly 300,000 works from all over the world, spanning many centuries.
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
MuseumArt museum
Field Museum
Field Museum
4.7 (15781 ratings)4.5 (8089 ratings)
State-of-the-art museum of science & invention, with the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex.
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
MuseumNatural history museumScience museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
The 26 best things to do in Chicago with kids
"This Grant Park natural history museum offers dinosaurs like Maximo the titanosaur and SUE, the world’s largest, best-preserved, and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex. You can also see a real mummy, experience an array of hands-on activities in the Crown Family Play Lab, and watch a rotating schedule of 3D movies. View this post on Instagram"
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 MommyPoppins
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"Museum Campus/South Loop, Chicago—10 minutes from the Loop More than 32,000 aquatic animals are on display at this lakefront museum, giving visitors the chance to see fish, sharks, whales, and more from all over the world. The centerpiece of the Shedd Aquarium is the Caribbean Reef, a 90,000-gallon circular aquarium with 360-degree views of sharks, parrotfish, sea turtles, and rays. Around the reef, several hallways extend where visitors can explore sea life from different regions, from nearby rivers and lakes to the Amazon to polar areas."
Mentioned by UpgradedPoints.com
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"Shed Aquarium is located on the edge of Lake Michigan and is home to over 30,000 aquatic creatures. Various exhibits showcase marine and freshwater habitats from all over the world, from a Caribbean reef to North America’s very own Great Lakes. Learn all about the diverse diet of a shark or the aquarium’s rescue and rehabilitation program of sea otters."
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 Chicago 3 days itinerary
Chicago Itinerary – 3 Days in Chicago for First Timers
"A few of the highlights of your tour include the Museum Campus, Navy Pier, Water Tower Place Mall, Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), and more. You’ll be able to disembark at most landmarks, so it’s easy to use this your to further your itinerary (although traffic can be a factor, so don’t rely exclusively on this for transportation)."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
32 Totally Free Things to Do in Chicago
"This iconic Chicago attraction is bursting with attractions. However, many of them charge a fee. Believe it or not, though, there are several free things to do in Chicago at Navy Pier."
North Pond
North Pond
4.5 (303 ratings)
Modern, creative American fare made with local ingredients in a peaceful locale inside Lincoln Park.
2610 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
American restaurantBrunch restaurantFine dining restaurantFrench restaurantRestaurant
Punch Bowl Social Chicago
Punch Bowl Social Chicago
4.3 (1687 ratings)
Sprawling complex offering New American eats & craft cocktails with bowling, karaoke, bocce & games.
310 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
American restaurantBarBowling alleyBrunch restaurantEvent venueKaraokeVideo arcade
My Place South Loop Restaurant/Bar
My Place South Loop Restaurant/Bar
4.2 (475 ratings)
1307 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Chinese restaurantAsian restaurantBarBubble tea storeChinese noodle restaurantDelivery Chinese restaurantHong Kong style fast food restaurantJuice shopLounge
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"A Chinatown favorite that relocated to the South Loop last year, My Place boasts fresh lobster and seafood, different types of congee, baked proteins over rice or spaghetti, and the standard American Chinese dishes. Order here for carryout and delivery. View this post on Instagram"
Rhine Hall Distillery
Rhine Hall Distillery
4.7 (96 ratings)5 (8 ratings)
Family-run apple brandy distillery with an industrial-chic setup for tastings, cocktails & bottles.
2010 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
DistilleryFood & DrinkBar
Mentioned by Grown-up Travel Guide.com
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"Located in West Town, Rhine Hall was founded by a father and daughter, and it gets its name from the Austrian ice arena where the father played hockey in the 1970s. Rhine Hall specializes in Apple Brandy, using 7,000 to 10,000 pounds of apples brought in fresh from Bixby orchards in nearby Michigan. The apples are chopped and mashed in traditional style using a vintage exercise bike."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Distilleries in Chicago🥇
"Rhine Hall Distillery is owned by Charlie and Jenny, a father-daughter team. Their exceptional recipe and process were developed by Charlie and Stan the Man with help from experts on both sides of the Atlantic. Rheinhalle was the name of the ice rink in Austria where co-founder Charlie played professional hockey and inspired the name for Rhine Hall Distillery."
Mentioned by Savoy Chicago
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"Jenny Solberg Katzman and her dad Charlie Solberg opened Rhine Hall in 2013. It is the only brandy distillery in the city’s limits. Eighty proof liquor and fresh fruit combine to make their unique brandies without any added sugar."
Club Lago
Club Lago
4.6 (383 ratings)
Northern Italian spot serving traditional eats & a full bar in a retro tavern setting since 1952.
331 W Superior St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Italian restaurantBar

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Chicago Area

Clark Street Ale House - River North
Clark Street Ale House - River North
4.5 (425 ratings)4 (35 ratings)
Casual pub serving an extensive beer list, including microbrews, in a wood & exposed-brick space.
742 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
RestaurantSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
The University of Chicago
The University of Chicago
4.5 (628 ratings)4.5 (423 ratings)
Storied, research-centric private school known for its medical & economics programs & scenic campus.
5801 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
UniversitySights & LandmarksCollegeEducational sitesUniversities & Schools
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

Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Chicago

The House Theatre of Chicago
The House Theatre of Chicago
5 (12 ratings)4.5 (11 ratings)
1543 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Theater on the Lake
Theater on the Lake
4.6 (590 ratings)3.5 (19 ratings)
Year-round program of contemporary plays presented in a restored 1920s-era building with lake views.
2401 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Event venueConcerts & ShowsRestaurantTheaters
Mentioned by Thrillist
18 Outdoor Dining Spots to Enjoy in Chicago This Summer
"Lincoln ParkThe views don’t get much better than Theatre on the Lake, where your outdoor table is parked just steps from the softly crashing waves of Lake Michigan. With seating for 80 and a focused selection of entrées from chicken tinga tacos to brisket dip, Theatre on the Lake continues to serve as something of a mental health break come to life. Stop by for weekend brunch served from 10 am to 3 pm.How to book: Reserve via OpenTable."
The Vic Theatre
The Vic Theatre
4.4 (1438 ratings)4 (60 ratings)
Century-old 5-story vaudeville theater (with 3 bars) that features live music & cult/classic movies.
3145 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Event venueConcerts & ShowsLive music venueMovie theaterTheaters

Best Zoo in Chicago

Regenstein Center for African Apes
Regenstein Center for African Apes
4.8 (50 ratings)
2058-2156 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Zoo
Mentioned by traveltriangle.com
9 Best Zoos In Chicago To Kindle Your Soul!
"The Regenstein Center for African Apes is also part or rather an extension of the Lincoln Park Zoo, where the visitors can come close to the apes, chimpanzees and the gorillas that have found their home there. It is home to some of the endangered species of western lowland gorillas as well as chimpanzees and exists to provide with the most realistic looking environment for them to live in comfortably. Location: 2058-2156 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USATimings: 10 AM to 5 PMEntry Fees : –"
Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo
4.6 (22365 ratings)4.5 (5486 ratings)
Small, free zoo with lions, primates, reptiles, a children's area & an interactive farm exhibit.
2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
ZooZoos & Aquariums
Mentioned by 10Best
The most popular things to see and do in Chicago
"An ape house, birdhouse and a working model of a five-acre Midwestern farm are just a few examples of what makes this zoo special. Founded in 1868 and known as America's oldest free public zoo, the Lincoln Park Zoo still manages to charge no admission and remains open year-round. Set on scenic park grounds with lush lawns and pleasant walkways, the zoo greets visitors with the beauty of Georgian Revival buildings and a spectacular greenhouse."
Mentioned by ArchDaily
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"Description: Lincoln Park Zoo’s South Pond was built in 1908 and it reflected the Victorian romantic and leisurely concept of nature in the city. Almost a century later, Studio Gang transformed this early 19th century urban pond into an ecological habitat buzzing with life. This wood pavilion works as an outdoor classroom and as a structure that frames the superb skyline views at this point."
Brookfield Zoo
Brookfield Zoo
4.6 (17485 ratings)4.5 (1100 ratings)
Lions, tigers, dolphins & more frolic in natural indoor & outdoor settings at this wildlife park.
8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL 60513, USA
ZooZoos & AquariumsAnimal parkAquarium
Mentioned by TripSavvy
The 10 Best Attractions for Young Kids in Chicago
"An alternative to Lincoln Park is Chicago Zoological Society's Brookfield Zoo, located in the nearby western suburb of (you guessed it) Brookfield. Brookfield Zoo is spread out over 200 acres and offers larger, cage-less exhibits such as Tropic World, a massive indoor habitat with three distinct environments, filled with primates from around the globe. 1st Avenue and 31st Street, Brookfield, Ill., 708-688-8000."
Mentioned by Your Chicago Guide
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"Not only is Brookfield Zoo a wonderful place to visit the animals, it’s also a world leader in animal population management and wildlife conservation. Admission is free for zoo members and all active, reservist, and retired members of the military."

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