Must See Sights and Landmarks in Darien Area

We've collected top 10 mentioned sights and landmarks in Darien from other articles such as explorest.com, New York Times' 36 hours column, Busy Tourist.

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Darien Area

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 The Crazy Tourist
50 Best Things to Do in Chicago (IL
"Set where the Chicago Portage enters Lake Michigan, the Navy Pier is a multifaceted visitor attraction extending over the water for six city blocks. As one of the top days out in the Midwest, an attraction of this magnitude is hard to sum up in one paragraph. But in 50 acres you’ll come across the vast multisensory Funhouse Maze and the 65-metre Centennial Wheel, footed by fairground rides and amusements."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
28 Best Things to Do in Chicago with Kids for 2021 (Family Fun!)
"If you are wondering what to see in Chicago with kids, I would highly recommend the Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier. This is a landmark in Chicago and while there are several other things to do at the Navy Pier, the Ferris Wheel should be on every tourist’s list. The wheel is 200-feet high and offers an incredible 360-degree view of Lake Michigan and the exciting pier."
Mentioned by 10Best
The most popular things to see and do in Chicago
"The only Chicagoans you'll run into at Navy Pier are the employees but out-of-towners and suburbanites seem to love the downtown pier that extends into Lake Michigan. Once used by the military, it's now Chicago's largest tourist attraction. You can just walk up and down the pier, taking in skyline and lake views."
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
Skydeck Chicago
Skydeck Chicago
4.5 (18620 ratings)4.5 (15971 ratings)
103rd floor of the former Sears Tower with clear observation boxes & views extending to four states.
233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Observation deckSights & LandmarksMuseumArchitectural BuildingsObservation Decks & TowersPoints of Interest & Landmarks
360 Chicago
360 Chicago
4.6 (8741 ratings)4.5 (10009 ratings)
Observatory on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Building with a tilting glass lookout 1000 ft. up.
875 N Michigan Ave 94th floor, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Observation deckSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsObservation Decks & TowersPoints 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
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."
Old St. Patrick's Catholic Church
Old St. Patrick's Catholic Church
4.7 (410 ratings)4.5 (60 ratings)
Historic Catholic church founded in 1846 provides Sunday Mass, guided tours & an annual block party.
700 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksChurchPlace of worshipChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by usatales.com
10 Best Churches in Chicago
"The Roman Catholic Parish on West Adam Street is one of the few buildings that survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. This church is considered a cornerstone of Irish Culture in Chicago, where God’s grace is demonstrated- amidst the bustle. It is also an important landmark that preserves history."
Mentioned by Your Day by MK
Chicago Wedding Guide: Catholic Churches
"Address: 700 W Adams StSaturday Mass Times: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, and 5:00pmA/C: YesCost: $1,500.00Parishioner?. NoTime for photos after: 20 minutesCan you bring your own priest?. Yes, they suggest you reach out to a priest you think of first."
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 TripSavvy
Chicago's Most Impressive Architecture
"The Rookery is an iconic building, positioned in heart of downtown Chicago's financial district. The building, a mashup of modern building techniques (elevators and fireproofing) and traditional design (ornamental brick facades), was completed in 1888 by Burnham and Root. In 1905, Frank Lloyd Wright remodeled the lobby with white marble and Persian-style ornamentation."
The Moody Church
The Moody Church
4.8 (287 ratings)4.5 (30 ratings)
1635 N LaSalle Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Non-denominational churchSights & LandmarksChristian churchChurchSacred & Religious Sites

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Darien

Flat & Point
Flat & Point
4.7 (155 ratings)
3524 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
American restaurant
The Loyalist
The Loyalist
4.7 (34 ratings)
177 N Ada St #001, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
New American restaurantBarCocktail barEvent venueRestaurant
Scofflaw
Scofflaw
4.6 (1055 ratings)
Gin-centric cocktails, craft beers & pub grub served in a relaxed urban-rustic bar with cozy nooks.
3201 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
BarAmerican restaurantCocktail bar
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
The 28 Essential Bars in Chicago
"Originally known for its gin focus, Scofflaw was at the forefront of the current Logan Square bar boom for a variety of reasons: fantastic cocktails at affordable prices, standout upscale bar food, and great crowds. Don’t forget about those late-night cookies."

Best Fast Food Restaurants in Darien

JOE & THE JUICE
JOE & THE JUICE
4.2 (114 ratings)
215 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Juice shopCafeCoffee shopFast food restaurantGluten-free restaurantHealth food restaurantTakeout RestaurantModern European restaurantSandwich shopScandinavian restaurant
Wendy's
Wendy's
3.8 (1816 ratings)
Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.
1623 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Fast food restaurantHamburger restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by lyft.com
Top 10 Most Visited Fast Food Restaurants in Chicago
"Just as we are committed to serving the best quality food every single day, we are committed to serving you during this time. Whether it’s via dine-in, the drive-thru or delivery where available, we remain focused on having your back."
The Hot Dog Box
The Hot Dog Box
332 E 51st St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Fast food restaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 22 best new restaurants in Chicago right now
"Restaurants Hot dogs Grand Boulevard. Founded by local musician Bobby Morelli and his daughter Brooklyn, the Hot Dog Box operates out of a shipping container in the Boxville Marketplace, located right off the Green Line in Bronzeville. Following in the footsteps of creative encased meats purveyors like Hot Doug's and Chicago's Dog House, the father-and-daughter duo is known for it's speciality sausages, such as a filet mignon steak dog covered in bourbon BBQ sauce and a pickle mignon steak paired with truffle peanut butter sauce."
Mentioned by PureWow
The 15 Best New Restaurants in Chicago You May Have Missed
"You’re probably ready for a hot dog, but are you also ready for an adorable story to go with it?. The Hot Dog Box was co-founded by Bobby Morelli and his nine-year-old daughter, Brooklyn. And just like this isn’t any old restaurateur team, this isn’t any old hot dog stand, either: You’re in for a gourmet sausage experience, such as the Bronzeville Bourbon Steak Dog, whose filet mignon frank is topped with veggies, bacon, bourbon barbeque sauce and sport peppers."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
The Hottest New Restaurants in Chicago, June 2021
"The Hot Dog Box owes much to the gourmet slingers of Chicago’s past, including encased meat master Doug Sohn. At the same time, this tiny space in Bronzeville is blazing its own path with tubular creations such as a filet mignon sausage. Bobby Morelli and his 9-year-old daughter have teamed up to breathe some life into the city’s hot dog scene."

Best Asian Food Restaurants in Darien

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
Downtown Chicago’s Best Bets for Chinese Food
"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"
The Sit Down Cafe & Sushi Bar
The Sit Down Cafe & Sushi Bar
4.3 (421 ratings)
Sleek, stylish cafe featuring pizza, sushi & sandwiches plus a full bar, smoothies & coffee drinks.
1312 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Sushi restaurantAsian restaurantBarPizza restaurantSalad shop
Arami
Arami
4.4 (335 ratings)
Contemporary sushi spot serving creative rolls & cooked Japanese fare plus sake, beer & wine.
1829 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Japanese restaurantAsian restaurantBarRestaurantSeafood restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Japanese Restaurants In Chicago, Illinois
"Arami is an elegant restaurant with a unique modern design for its interior. Its bright and vibrant setting and delicious menu options are some of the reasons why the restaurant is always packed with hungry foodies. Arami is a gem on the Chicago Ave strip."
Mentioned by Chicago Favorites
Best Sushi in Chicago 2021
"And none of us would exhibit our robust appetite full-on while a potential lover is across the table. Arami is the perfect eatery where the nigiri and sashimi are as good as it gets. The menu at Arami is far from fancy, but the food is authentic."
Mentioned by OpenTable
Discover the Best Sushi in Chicago
"Always a contender for the top sushi spot in the city, Arami consistently presents what's surely among the best sushi in Chicago. Chef Nelson Vinansaca has garnered acclaim for his..."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Darien

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Chicago Bolingbrook
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$181 /night
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3.6 (557 reviews)
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Chicago Willowbrook
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$76.94 /night
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4.3 (298 reviews)
Hilton Chicago Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
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$117 /night
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