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Condé Nast TravelerJul 8

The 21 Best Rooftop Bars in Chicago for Views of Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field

These cocktail spots will make you forget all about Willis Tower.

historic site with water and skyline views

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AbaRestaurantmodern Mediterranean fare in verdant atrium
Alma at Hotel ZacharyHotelrestaurant with mid-century modern charm
Cindy'sRestaurantterrace with spectacular views over Millennium Park
Gene's Sausage Shop & DelicatessenDeliGerman-style backyard barbecue with rooftop
BoleoRestaurantlively, upbeat atmosphere with retractable roof
TantaRestaurantOur bar packages are designed to include all of our signature house cocktails.
Bar AvecRestaurantRiver North rooftop with seaside flavors
theWit ChicagoBarrooftop on 27th floor with retractable roof
Loews Hotel ChicagoHotelrooftop with string lighting and lush plant sections
OffshoreBarLocated at the far East end of Chicago’s Navy Pier, Offshore Rooftop offers unencumbered views of Lake Michigan and the…
Navy PierFerry terminalhistoric site with water and skyline views
Gwen hotelHotelrooftop terrace with lounge seating and fire pits
Sable HotelHotelhotel at historic Navy Pier
Nobu HotelHotelhotel on Restaurant Row
Hotel ZacharyHotelhotel with mid-century modern design
Chicago Athletic Association hotelHotelhotel with terrace overlooking Millennium Park
LH on 21Restaurantcontemporary American fare and craft cocktails
LH on 22Restaurantrooftop with breathtaking vistas of Chicago River
AvecRestaurantWest Loop small plates staple
CabraRestaurantrestaurant honoring travels in Lima and Peru
Lonesome RoseRestaurantLogan Square hangout with epic patio scene
The Peninsula HotelHotelhotel with upscale lounge Z Bar
Z BarBarupscale lounge with skyline views
The Robey HotelHotelhotel with 13th-floor lounge
The Up RoomRestaurant13th-floor lounge with panoramic views
Park Hyatt ChicagoHotelhotel with seventh-floor outdoor terrace
Roof on TheWitBar
Upstairs at the GwenHotel
Streeterville Social at Loews Chicago HotelHotel
Offshore RooftopRestaurant
The Rooftop at Nobu HotelHotel
LH on 21 & 22Restaurant
State & RareRestaurant
Magnificent SpritzRestaurant
Spring TostadaRestaurant
lobster and shrimp tacos doradosRestaurant
zucchini tavern-style pizzaRestaurant
white chocolate-potato chip-macadamia nut cookiesRestaurant
roasted pineapple milkshakeRestaurant
garlic shrimp with Spanish chorizoRestaurant
beef tenderloin slidersRestaurant
hummus with pine nuts and sumacRestaurant
hand-cut pappardelleRestaurant
chocolate chip cookiesRestaurant
North Ave. Beach PartyRestaurant
Lou’s Diner MartiniRestaurant
We Drink PinkRestaurant

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Condé Nast TravelerJun 19

Headed to Chicago With Kids? The Best Family-Friendly Hotels That Adults Will Love Too

Whether you’re eying the Magnificent Mile, Wicker Park, or the historic South Side, these stylish Chicago hotels go all-in for all ages.

Easy walk from Streeterville location

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Magnificent MileNeighborhoodIt divides the neighborhood of Streeterville, on its east, from River North, on its west.
Four Seasons ChicagoHotelExcels in family programming, near lakefront
Loews Chicago HotelHotelOffers tent setups, dive-in movies, scavenger hunts
Pendry ChicagoHotelHoused in landmark Carbon & Carbide skyscraper
Swissôtel ChicagoHotelNear Chicago River and Lakeshore East Park
Sophy Hyde ParkHotelBoutique hotel near South Side attractions
Peninsula ChicagoHotelThe hotel is part of The Peninsula Hotels group based in Hong Kong.
Shanghai TerraceRestaurantFun dumpling menu for kids
Oak Street BeachSightNearby beach accessible with hotel's wagon
Navy PierFerry terminalEasy walk from Streeterville location
Chicago Children’s MuseumMuseumNear hotel, accessible by walk
Flyover ChicagoAttractionExhilarating experience near hotel
Michigan AvenueFerry terminalStreet near hotel, good for shopping
Maggie Daley ParkParkPlayground wonderland near hotel
Shedd AquariumAquariumIt is one of the oldest continually operating non-governmental aquariums in the U.S.
Nutella CaféCaféReopening June 2026, near hotel
Millennium ParkParkThe park, opened in July 2004, is a prominent civic center near the city's Lake Michigan shoreline that covers a…
Cloud GatePublic artworkFamous Bean sculpture near hotel
Château CarbideRestaurantStylish rooftop bar with live DJ sets
Jeanne Gang’s St. RegisSightSupertower next to hotel
Museum CampusNeighborhoodSouth by car or bus from hotel
Field MuseumMuseumThe museum is popular for the size and quality of its educational and scientific programs, as well as its extensive…
Adler PlanetariumMuseumIt is operated by the Chicago Park District, a municipal government agency of the City of Chicago.
Wicker ParkQuarter
South SideNeighborhood
Loews Loves FamiliesPlace
RiverwalkTrail
Art Institute of ChicagoMuseum
Grant ParkPark

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Condé Nast TravelerJun 17

35 Best Hotels in Chicago for a True Taste of Midwestern Hospitality

Since you'll need more than one visit to scratch the surface of this beautiful city, here's where we stay when we go.

Views from certain lake-facing rooms.

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Magnificent MileNeighborhoodLocated on the city's famed street.
Loews Chicago HotelHotelLively communal areas, sleek rooms, excellent food.
Pendry ChicagoHotelRejuvenating a 1929 architectural icon.
The Guesthouse HotelHotelOne of the few true neighborhood hotels.
Hotel EMC2, Autograph CollectionHotelScience-meets-art theme with sleek, contemporary design.
Arlo ChicagoHotelHip design and thoughtful amenities.
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by HiltonHotelMost enviable tourist location on Navy Pier.
L7 Chicago by LotteHotelEmphasis on arts, wellness, and warm hospitality.
Nobu Hotel ChicagoHotelSerene retreat from the city.
OffshoreBarRooftop spot for a cocktail or mocktail.
Navy PierFerry terminalViews from certain lake-facing rooms.
RiverwalkTrailA block or two away.
Art Institute of ChicagoMuseumA bit farther.
The AlbertRestaurantOn-site restaurant references Albert Einstein.
Millennium ParkParkThe park, opened in July 2004, is a prominent civic center near the city's Lake Michigan shoreline that covers a…
Lobby Restaurant and BarRestaurantDinner is fun and pronounced.
ETA RestaurantRestaurantPopular spot for breakfast with hearty selections.
Streeterville SocialRestaurantLively rooftop serving seasonal cocktails.
LiricaRestaurantGround floor restaurant serving pan-Latin surf and turf.
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue ChicagoHotelNamed for pioneering female sculptor Gwen Lux.
Graduate EvanstonHotelNods to Northwestern University throughout.
The Graduate Homestead RoomRestaurantCozy lounge and restaurant offering seasonal dishes.
Nobu restaurantRestaurantDraws diners with chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature dishes.
Lake MichiganSight

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The 21 Best Rooftop Bars in Chicago for Views of Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field

Headed to Chicago With Kids? The Best Family-Friendly Hotels That Adults Will Love Too

35 Best Hotels in Chicago for a True Taste of Midwestern Hospitality