Some ideas & info about Chicago!
Here is some information and advice from Mike himself
Location & Parking
The Revolution Brewpub + Kitchen is located in Chicago's formerly gritty, now fancy-pants Logan Square neighborhood (North Side). For those driving, there is metered street parking (and likely free Sunday parking on California St.). There are also SpotHero parking lots within 3-5 mins. walking distance if you are app-saavy and prefer to reserve a spot in advance. If you're staying in the City, the Brewpub is also accessible via public transportation (a 2 min. walk from the "California" stop on the Blue line of the "L", and bus routes on California, Milwaukee and Fullerton).
Accommodations
Mike's suggestions for Hotels in the North Loop:
Under $150
a. Hotel Felix: 111 W Huron. (When I looked it was $131)
Under $200
a. Westin on Michigan: 909 N Michigan
b. Chicago Marriott: 540 N Michigan
Under $250
a. Whitehall: 105 East Dearborn
b. Club Quarters: 75 East Wacker Drive
c. AC Hotel by Marriott: 630 N Rush ST.
Under $300
Omni chicago: 676 N Michigan Ave
Sofitel: 20 East Chestnut
These are just a sampling of available hotels. Also the prices can vary by the day. So the best way is to keep looking. I found these on Kayak. All of these are good to great. The Felix is a bit rundown, but in an ok neighborhood and have stayed there.
The rest are all pretty great.
Under $150
a. Hotel Felix: 111 W Huron. (When I looked it was $131)
Under $200
a. Westin on Michigan: 909 N Michigan
b. Chicago Marriott: 540 N Michigan
Under $250
a. Whitehall: 105 East Dearborn
b. Club Quarters: 75 East Wacker Drive
c. AC Hotel by Marriott: 630 N Rush ST.
Under $300
Omni chicago: 676 N Michigan Ave
Sofitel: 20 East Chestnut
These are just a sampling of available hotels. Also the prices can vary by the day. So the best way is to keep looking. I found these on Kayak. All of these are good to great. The Felix is a bit rundown, but in an ok neighborhood and have stayed there.
The rest are all pretty great.
Things to do in the city
Museums:
1. Art institute: 111 S Michigan, the modern wing is on the side at 159 S Monroe
2. Museum of Contemporary Art: 220 East Chicago Ave
3. Museum of Science and Industry: 5700 S Lake Shore Drive
4. Shedd Aquarium: 1200 S Du Sable Lake Shore Drive
5. Chicago History Museum: 1601 N Clark
6. Field Museum of Natural History: 1400 S Lakeshore Drive
Boat rides:
The best boat tour is listed under “Chicago Architecture River Cruise”
Outdoor Concerts:
Millenium Park/Jay Pritzker Pavillion, located on S Michigan ave between Randolph and Monroe
a. Friday 7/26: Scheherazade 6:30-8:30
b. Saturday 7/27: Scheherazade. 7:30-8:30
Fiesta Del Sol
Pilsen, July 25-28 Fiesta Del Sol is a free, four-day family-friendly Mexican festival. This event spans an eight-block space down Cermak Road, has carnival rides, and over 100 booths with tacos, tamales, and tostadas. More info here.
Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Lincoln Square, July 26-28 The Taste Of Lincoln Avenue festival has been around for over 40 years and is a consistently well-organized, fun time. Along with lots of neighborhood restaurants, there are arts and crafts, and one main music stage—which we’ve learned to appreciate after hearing battle-of-the-bands competing from different stages for our attention. More info here.
1. Art institute: 111 S Michigan, the modern wing is on the side at 159 S Monroe
2. Museum of Contemporary Art: 220 East Chicago Ave
3. Museum of Science and Industry: 5700 S Lake Shore Drive
4. Shedd Aquarium: 1200 S Du Sable Lake Shore Drive
5. Chicago History Museum: 1601 N Clark
6. Field Museum of Natural History: 1400 S Lakeshore Drive
Boat rides:
The best boat tour is listed under “Chicago Architecture River Cruise”
Outdoor Concerts:
Millenium Park/Jay Pritzker Pavillion, located on S Michigan ave between Randolph and Monroe
a. Friday 7/26: Scheherazade 6:30-8:30
b. Saturday 7/27: Scheherazade. 7:30-8:30
Fiesta Del Sol
Pilsen, July 25-28 Fiesta Del Sol is a free, four-day family-friendly Mexican festival. This event spans an eight-block space down Cermak Road, has carnival rides, and over 100 booths with tacos, tamales, and tostadas. More info here.
Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Lincoln Square, July 26-28 The Taste Of Lincoln Avenue festival has been around for over 40 years and is a consistently well-organized, fun time. Along with lots of neighborhood restaurants, there are arts and crafts, and one main music stage—which we’ve learned to appreciate after hearing battle-of-the-bands competing from different stages for our attention. More info here.
