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The best things to do at home in Chicago

Stuck at home and looking for something to keep you occupied? Us too. Here's how you can experience the best of city life from your couch.

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Take a digital tour of some of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most iconic Chicagoland buildings

Go inside a few of Wright's most influential Chicagoland properties

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This new Chicago café will deliver dinner and a board game to your apartment

Ditch Monopoly for something a little more unique with the help of the Chicago Board Game Cafe

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Get your zen on from home with these digital yoga classes offered by local studios

Stop and take a breath with the help of these livestreamed classes and guided meditations

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These Chicago bookstores will ship fresh reading materials right to your door

Has all this staying-at-home got you itching for a new read?

The best things to do in Chicago

Attractions

The 25 best Chicago attractions

We’ve assembled the city's must-see attractions for your touring convenience.

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Best things to do in Chicago that locals and tourists will love

We've searched the city to assemble this list of the best things to do in Chicago.

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Free things to do in Chicago

You don't need to break the bank to experience the best of Chicago

Museums

The 10 best Chicago museums

These well-respected institutions offer informative and inspiring encounters with art, history, science and culture

Events and festivals

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The best comic book conventions in Chicago

Batman, Superman and Optimus Prime have visited our city in the past, so the abundance of comic book conventions in Chicago makes perfect sense.

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A new Chicago food festival highlights homegrown delicacies like Malört and jibaritos

Start brushing up on the difference between a Jim Shoe sandwich and a sweet steak hoagy.

Music

Lollapalooza 2020 rumors and lineup predictions

We’re ready to make some predictions about this year’s Lollapalooza schedule.

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Free museum days at the best Chicago museums

You don't have to pay a dime to see these top-rated institutions.

Bars

The best Chicago beer festivals

Here's where you can try a bunch of new beers in the span of a few hours

See more Chicago events & festivals

Things to do in Chicago every day

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The latest Chicago news

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Mayor Lightfoot has ordered a 9pm curfew in Chicago until further notice

Reports of armed protesters prompted the curfew, which will likely be enforced in the downtown area.

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The Chicago Botanic Garden will welcome visitors again, beginning on June 9

The limited reopening will require visitors to preregister for timed tickets to the outdoor gardens.

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Chicago bars that serve food can open outdoor space on June 3

The newfound allowance will be a game-changer for bars with kitchens throughout the city.

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Six streets throughout Chicago will close to make way for outdoor dining

The city's outdoor dining pilot includes potions of streets in Lakeview, West Loop, Little Village and Chatham.

See all the latest news

Things to do with kids

Kids

11 amazing children’s museums in Chicago

These beloved institutions offer fun for the whole family all year.

Kids

The best indoor activities for kids

Whether your tot’s an artist, an adventurer or an aspiring scientist

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The 26 best things to do with kids in Chicago

The city may be built on world-class institutions and amazing restaurants, but it's also brimming with awesome things to do with kids.

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Kid-friendly restaurants in Chicago

Move over, chicken fingers and hot dogs

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Chicago museums

Museums

The 10 best Chicago museums

Learn something new while having a bit of fun at some of the most interesting Chicago museums.

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Free museum days at the best Chicago museums

Give your wallet a rest with these free days at Chicago's top institutions.

Art

The best contemporary art galleries in Chicago

There's so much more than the Art Institute and the MCA

Kids

Chicago's top children's museums

Chicago has some of the best museums in the country, and many feature exhibits specifically for little ones.

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Chicago attractions

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Where to find the best skyline views in Chicago

Our photogenic skyline boasts a surplus of beautiful buildings.

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The best Chicago boat tours

Take it all in from Chicago's beautiful waterways.

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Nine alternatives to the most touristy Chicago attractions

Don't get stuck in a tourist trap.

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The best Chicago food tours

Try Chicago's best pizza in a single afternoon

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Things to do in Chicago neighborhoods

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Irving Park

Irving Park boasts an array of dive bars and coffee shops that are worth searching out

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Portage Park

Explore Portage Park's ornate movie theaters and classic bungalow homes

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Roscoe Village

Find live jazz, vintage theads and great eats in this classic Chicago 'hood

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Edgewater

Kick back on the shores of Lake Michigan in this architecturally historic neighborhood

See more Chicago neighborhood guides

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