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Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour
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Shooting + Spinning Private Art Experience
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360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
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Rosemont: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
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Chicago Cubs Baseball Game at Wrigley Field
What to do in Evanston
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
McCormick Place
Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.
Michigan Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Six Flags Great America
Spend a day at this sprawling theme park to enjoy an array of thrilling roller coaster rides, a water park and entertainment for kids of all ages.
Navy Pier
A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Grant Park
Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Areas of Evanston
South Evanston
Appreciated for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring South Evanston. Check out the variety of things to see and do like FEW Spirits, and jump on the metro at Main Street Metro Station or South Boulevard Station to get around the city.
North Evanston
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit North Evanston. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Baha'i House of Worship and Ryan Field are a few top sights nearby.
