Yep… while driving on those 6 lanes of insanity traffic… just say to yourself, over and over… "I don't live in the city anymore"…
Billy Goat Tavern on lower Michigan? I think my wife had to many Horny Goats (a drink) there one night! If you have never been there you could go to the top of the Hancock tower or Sears Tower. I always liked walking around at nite taking pictures. House of Blues? Museum of Science and Industry, Museum of Art, Museum of Natural History, Shedd Aquarium? Just too much to do there! Gary
I don't care much for Chicago so coming from me it would be go around. Not much of a city fan and hate traffic so it's out for me.
Different Horny Goat! Horny Goat House Specialty of the Billy Goat Tavern - Chicago 2 oz. Barcadri Limon 7up splash Cranberry Juice Fill glass with ice. Add Rum, then fill with 7up leaving a little room. Top with a splash of cranberry. Gary
First thing that came to my mind was don't get shot! You are braver than me there is no way I'm going to that city. I hat crowds and cities combine both those and I would go insane!
if you are a beer snob, this place just over the line in Indiana is exceptional http://www.3floyds.com/
Museum of Science and Industry is great, and see the U2 submarine. Field museum has one of the best dinosaur exhibits. We always hit a pizza place. Too many to list and also dependent on where you will be in Chicago.
Great ideas! Thanks. The wife is going to a conference for work, and I thought I'd tag along. We'll be staying on Michigan & E. Wacker. Gonna meet a cousin for dinner Friday night, and she'll be in the conference all day Saturday, so I'll get to be unsupervised and wandering. The Museum of Science & Industry sounds right up my alley. I'm a musician, so at first the House of Blues peaked my interest, but after reading the 'rules' I will probably opt out. I'm not a fan of crowds or big cities either, and I grew up in a chitty part of town, and went to an equally chitty school, so I can handle my own. I do always carry a knife, and would be more than happy to fillet a femoral artery if need be, but I would prefer to avoid that. I also learned at a early age that my mouth could be my worst enemy, so I've learned to fix that. I've got the teeth and facial x-rays to remind me Event Info: House of Blues RESTRICTED ITEMS: The following items are not permitted. NO Drugs or drug paraphernalia, illegal substances, eCigs, weapons of any kind (includes pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc), toy weapons, lighters NO outside food or beverages of any kind (including alcohol, candy, gum, etc), open packs of cigarettes, unsealed tampons, eyedrops NO massagers, laser pointers, LED Gloves, LED Microlights, glowsticks, pacifiers NO masks, large chains or spiked jewelry, open lip gloss or chapstick, candy bracelets, candy necklaces, Camelbacks, Bota bags, large purses/bags (anything over 10?x10?), fanny packs, backpacks, stuffed animals or dolls (including plush backpacks), no pets. NO glass, cans, cups, coolers, markers, pens, spray paint, stickers, fliers, balloons, balls, inflatable balls, frisbees, tents, large umbrellas, chairs, blankets NO video cameras, GoPros, professional recording equipment ? photo, video or audio (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial use rigs) ACCEPTABLE ITEMS: OK Small Bags & Purses (maximum 10"x10") OK Non-Professional Flash/Still Cameras OK Cell Phones OK Hats OK Lighters OK Sealed packs of Cigarettes OK Sealed/Wrapped Tampons OK Earplugs OK Sealed Chapstick and lip gloss OK Sunglasses SECURITY & ENTRY Everyone will be searched upon entry. You will need to empty your pockets and have all items examined. All narcotic laws will be strictly enforced. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone. ZERO TOLERANCE FOR DRUG USE or POSSESSION The use or possession of any illegal drugs will not be tolerated anywhere inside or outside the venue. Security personnel and narcotics officers will be working and enforcing all drug related laws. Do not bring any illegal substances to the event as violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. If you are found inebriated at the door, security will not allow you to enter the venue. Event staff reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone. Please come with a smile and be prepared to enjoy a fun filled night of music and dancing.
Given that you are going to do the touristy things and will be downtown with a conference, I'd stay in and around the loop area with the Sears Tower observatory, the Signature room on the 95th of the Hancock, Science and Industry Museum, Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Navy Pier (not so much this time of year), or any number of restaurants near the loop. If you venture north, there's a lot of restaurants in Lincoln Park or Lakeview (Wrigley) neighborhoods. Shootings are only a concern on the south side. Stay north and you'll be fine.
