Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Elmhurst

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Elmhurst

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 Leisure Pass Group
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"Navy Pier and its surrounding attractions are full of fun activities for kids and adults alike (see above for some more details on all the stuff you can enjoy while there). Take a stroll around the pier, sample some classic boardwalk eats, and take a spin on the iconic Ferris wheel for unbeatable views of the city. Use your Go Chicago Card All-Inclusive Pass to get a 4-Ride pass for Navy Pier attractions, including the ever-popular Centennial Wheel."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
Best Museums for Chicago’s Curious Kids
"Play and learning are bridged together at this museum, where kids can: tackle the Cloud Buster, a 30-ton, 37-foot-tall steel dreamscape that celebrates adventure and risk-taking — qualities that are inherent to childhood — excavate dinosaur bones, explore the way water moves through pulleys and pipes, pretend to fight fires, and discover how our skyline full of buildings is created through architecture and engineering."
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
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
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
Graceland Cemetery
Graceland Cemetery
4.7 (112 ratings)4.5 (190 ratings)
Scenic burial grounds with many trees & tours of the tombs & headstones of notable figures.
4001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
CemeterySights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"Potter Palmer, Marshall Field, Daniel Burnham, David Adler and Bruce Graham are just a handful of the notable burials at Graceland Cemetery in the Uptown neighborhood. While cemeteries may creep some people out, this one is notable for being a lush, tranquil place for Chicagoans to relax and enjoy the silence. The 2,000 trees and 50 species here are certified by the Morton Arboretum and carefully maintained."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Although cemeteries can be eerie to some, this spot is anything but scary. Bring a blanket, your favorite book and pop a squat under one of the many honey locust trees for a relaxing day in the shade."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Chicago
"Near Irving Park Road, this graveyard has crypts that are almost as strikingly designed as the city skyline. A number of Chicago's most…"
Chicago Loop
Chicago Loop
4.5 (1153 ratings)
The Loop is a vibrant area featuring eclectic eateries, shops, theaters and parks. Comprised mostly of high-rises, it’s also home to the 108-story Willis Tower. The iconic “Cloud Gate” sculpture sits in Millennium Park. Grant Park features the large, rococo-style Buckingham Fountain and the renowned Art Institute of Chicago, and hosts annual events like The Taste of Chicago and Lollapalooza.
Chicago, IL, USA
Sights & LandmarksNeighborhoods
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
3 Day Chicago Itinerary For First-Time Visitors
"Grab lunch at a nearby café and browse the shops in The Loop. Make your way over to Millennium Park to see the famous Cloud Gate (a.ka. the bean). It’s usually busy during the day, but you might get lucky by going early in the morning before other tourists arrive."
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool
4.8 (248 ratings)4.5 (56 ratings)
This serene section of Lincoln Park stars a lily pool & also boasts lush landscaping & a pavilion.
125 W Fullerton Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
GardenNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasBodies of Water
875 North Michigan Avenue
875 North Michigan Avenue
4.6 (14710 ratings)5 (8 ratings)
Skyscraper observation deck offering panoramic city views from 1,000 feet up, plus food & drink.
875 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
BuildingSights & LandmarksArchitectural Buildings
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"It is difficult to visualize the Chicago skyline without the famous supertall, formerly named John Hancock Center, now known by its address. Sharing many similarities with the Willis Tower, the SOM-designed skyscraper is perhaps the best example of structural expressionism. Rising 1,128 feet to the roof and nearly 1,500 feet to the tip of its twin antennas, the building was one of the tallest buildings in the world when it was completed in 1969."
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"A mainstay of Chicago’s silhouette, 875 North Michigan Avenue (formerly the John Hancock Center) is a 344-metre skyscraper on the Magnificent Mile. Tapering as it rises, the tower was topped off in 1969 and appears in pretty much any movie that needs an establishing shot for Chicago. Up close you can watch its characteristic X-shaped bracing zigzag up the facades."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"The John Hancock Center is Chicago’s third-tallest building with distinctively steel-and-glass exteriors. in 1960, Standard Oil Company of Indiana hired Edward Durell Stone to build their headquarters. In fact, when the tower was opened in 1973, it was the second-tallest building in Chicago and the world."
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 (3616 ratings)4.5 (21 ratings)
Swanky lodging in a 1920s tower, offering a spa, a bar & a rooftop restaurant with river views.
85 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
HotelSights & LandmarksArchitectural Buildings
Mentioned by Jetsetter
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"The 1923 neoclassical London Guarantee Building reopened as the 452-room LondonHouse hotel in 2016 with a glamorous new glass tower overlooking the Chicago River. The restoration was impressive, full of subtle details like jazz-themed motifs that pay homage to the building's former life as a 50s music club and custom artwork and monogrammed duvets in guest rooms. Not so subtle is the gold-leaf ceiling in the rotunda or LH, the city’s first tri-level rooftop bar that serves retro cocktails and small plates against a backdrop of skyscrapers."
Mentioned by The Telegraph
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"Despite the name, there’s nothing British about this downtown hotel, but it’s Chicago royalty for its trendy rooftop bar with some of the city’s best views, plus its ideal location and contemporary-vintage style."

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Elmhurst

Four Letter Word Coffee
Four Letter Word Coffee
4.7 (104 ratings)
Turkish coffee & local baked goods offered in a trendy, cozy space with seats & standing tables.
3022 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
CafeCoffee roasters
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 22 best coffee shops in Chicago
"Don't expect to find pumpkin-spice anything at this tiny but specialized coffee shop in Logan Square. Branching off from its roastery in Back of the Yards (and another in Istanbul), Four Letter Word Coffee offers drip, pour-over, espresso, Turkish-style, cold coffee and tea. Pair your cup o' Joe with a pastry from Cellar Door Provisions and have a seat in the exquisitely decorated space."
BUTTERDOUGH
BUTTERDOUGH
4.8 (134 ratings)
House-baked croissants, muffins, ciabatta & other classics plus creative toaster tarts & sandwiches.
3452 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
CafeBakeryCoffee shop
Mentioned by This Darling World
A Locals Guide: 11 Best Cafes in Chicago
"I mentioned Butterdough in my post about places to eat in Chicago, but I’m listing it again because their coffee is excellent. One of their most popular options is the Cafe con Leche with their homemade cafe de olla syrup. I recommend getting it with regular milk, not their oat milk because the oat didn’t work with this drink at all."
Mentioned by The Infatuation
The Best Donuts In Chicago - Chicago
"There are only a few flavors of donuts to choose from at Butterdough in McKinley Park. But that’s fine, the horchata is what you want. The lightly-spiced glaze is poured on the donut right in front of you and pools in the container in a satisfying (and useful for extra dipping) way."

Best Comedy Club in Elmhurst Area

The Comedy Bar
The Comedy Bar
4.3 (569 ratings)
Stand-up comedy venue inside Gino's East River North pizzeria featuring local & national acts.
162 E Superior St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Comedy clubBarCocktail barEntertainerEvent venueRestaurant
Mentioned by Chicago Traveler
The Best Comedy Clubs in Chicago
"Located on North LaSalle Drive in downtown, The Comedy Bar is a popular Chicago comedy club that brings the laughs to you on a nightly basis. Featuring an upper-level stage and a main-level stage, this popular Chicago attraction overlooks Gino’s Brewing company and each stage seats more than 100 people. Enjoy a cocktail, a few laughs and a casual night out in downtown with a trip to this venue, known as one of the best comedy clubs in Chicago."
Mentioned by Passion Passport
LOL Chicago: A Guide to the Windy City’s Comedy Clubs
"This club has a lot going for it: no drink minimum; no age requirements; pizzas, snacks, and drinks for purchase; and tons of stand-up comedians. Open-mic nights are free, but with relatively inexpensive tickets available for other shows, you might want to consider going to a headlining act — either on the main or B stage. The shows run every night of the week, attracting some of the funniest talent in the city."
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Comedy Clubs In Chicago, Illinois
"A post shared by Chris and Kerry Walker (@thewalkertwiins) on Oct 3, 2018 at 8:25am PDT. Guests can enjoy good food and drinks while they watch the acts on stage. Besides comedy shows, burlesque shows are also held here, so check the schedule and plan accordingly if you wish to watch a specific performance."
UP Comedy Club
UP Comedy Club
4.6 (159 ratings)
Nightclub featuring live stand-up, sketch comedy & improv, plus cocktails & a full dinner menu.
230 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
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Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Comedy Clubs In Chicago, Illinois
"A post shared by K.Cal (@therealkatiecal) on Nov 4, 2016 at 11:10pm PDT. The name of this establishment is quite apt, as it seems to take pains in bringing its brand of service and humor to another level. A buffet is served here and features a variety of food options."
The Comedy Clubhouse
The Comedy Clubhouse
4.9 (272 ratings)
Intimate comedy club with stand-up & group improv shows, plus flatbread pizzas, beers & cocktails.
1462 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Comedy club
Mentioned by Flat Price Moving & Auto Transport
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"The Comedy Club House is a unique and popular comedy club when you want to step outside of the best suburbs of Chicago and enjoy the downtown comedy scene. They have hilarious stand-up and improv group performances, but they also offer improv training courses and comedy workshops for those looking to get into the comedy world. There’s also the Kids Comedy Company, where children from five up to eleven can have fun and learn some life long creative skills – this being one of many things to do in Chicago with kids."
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Comedy Clubs In Chicago, Illinois
"A post shared by BJ Party (@bjpartyimprov) on Jul 25, 2019 at 6:04am PDT. This comedy club is a good option for those who want to enjoy a show in an intimate setting, as the space and the seating here are limited. If you want to watch the show while munching on or drinking something, The Comedy Clubhouse follows a BYOB (bring your own beverage) and snacks policy."

Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Elmhurst

Club Lucky
Club Lucky
4.6 (763 ratings)
Old-school Italian cooking & martinis in a mid-century-themed supper-club setting with a lounge.
1824 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Italian restaurantDessert restaurantGluten-free restaurantHamburger restaurantDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurantSteak houseVegetarian restaurant
Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen
Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen
4.6 (2648 ratings)
Storied, no-frills institution serving classic deli fare in a cafeteria-style setting.
1141 S Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
DeliCoffee shopTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"The recipes at Manny’s have been passed down from generation to generation, and for good reason — their award-winning meats are top notch. While they offer a full menu of deli classics, Manny’s is famous for their corned beef. Try it piled high between slices of rye bread, tucked into eggs benedict, or served as an entree with potato pancakes."
Mentioned by PureWow
7 Iconic Diners in Chicago You Must Eat at to Be a True Chicagoan
"Grab a tray, your silverware and do your best to make quick decisions as you make your way down the cafeteria line. If you’re heading there for breakfast, we suggest the eggs or French toast—mostly because either is served with Manny's famous corned beef, pastrami, salami or turkey. Oh, and ask for an extra latke."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
25 Classic Chicago Restaurants to Try
"Manny's Cafeteria and Deli is the epitome of a Chicago classic, serving outstanding corned beef sandwiches, pastrami, hot entrees, breakfast, and other Jewish deli favorites to an eclectic crowd. It’s not unusual to find local politicians eating here. View this post on Instagram"
Blaze Pizza
Blaze Pizza
4.5 (548 ratings)
Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.
24 S Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Pizza restaurantFamily restaurantPizza Takeout
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"At Blaze, you can completely customize your pizza and have it cooked in under three minutes. The build-your-own pizza options offers unlimited toppings free of charge, so if you’re really adventurous you can add every single topping on the menu. However you eat your pizza, you’re sure to have it your way at Blaze."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Elmhurst

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Holiday Inn O'Hare Area, an IHG Hotel
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Rodeway Inn Lyons - La Grange
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$67 /night
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Comfort Inn Convention Center - Chicago O'hare Airport
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$100 /night
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