Explore Our City

While there is plenty of time to celebrate with family and friends during our wedding weekend, we curated some of our favorite things to do in Chicago for those who are visiting from out of town.

Activities

Architecture Boat Cruise

Enjoy a boat ride on the river with stories and history of Chicago’s diverse architecture.

River Walk

Walk along the river, stop by for a glass of wine, enjoy the skyline.

Art Institute of Chicago

Home of fantastic works of art and site of one of our favorite dates!

Sit Down Restaurants

Avec

Mediterranean bites and a fantastic wine list. The bacon wrapped dates are not to be missed.

John’s Food and Wine

One of our neighborhood favorites!

Green Street Smoked Meats

Laid back Texas vibes. Everything is delicious but take care to not over order.

Casual Vibes

Twin Anchors

The restaurant Marcin has been to most. Ribs with Prohibition sauce.

Marge’s Still

Up the block from Twin Anchors, the site of a memorable Covid NYE for Taylor and her sister Madeline.

Publican Quality Meats

Half butcher and half sandwich shop right in West Loop.

Cruz Blanca

Tacos and beer from legendary Chicago chef Rick Bayless.

Must Try Foods

Chicago Style Hot Dog

No ketchup. JJ’s Red Hots or Red Hot Ranch.

Deep Dish

Pequod’s, Nancy’s, or Lou Malnati’s

Malört

Any bar.