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Given the current situation around the world, many events in Chicago have been canceled or postponed in an effort to promote safe social distancing.

However, many of Chicago's most beloved destinations are open and there are still so many amazing things to see and do in the city. Remember, to keep everybody safe, Chicago requires mask-wearing everywhere, so let's be sure to "Cover Our Mugs" when we are out and about the city.
 

LET'S GO EAT!

Chicago Restaurants are once again offering indoor dining! WOO HOO! And of course, they're still offering outdoor dining, carryout and delivery! Bars and Taverns are now open as well (as long as they serve food) . . . so if you need a change of pace while watching the Super Bowl, take a jaunt to your favorite watering hole . . . (Most may require a reservation, so plan ahead)!! 
 

TAKE A CULTURE TRIP!

With recent restrictions now lifted, some of Chicago's greatest cultural institutions are now welcoming back visitors! HOORAY! Of course, for safety purposed, they are still not at full capacity, but with a reservation, a mask, and safe social distancing, visitors can once again enjoy the plethora of cultural experiences  that Chicago has to offer.
- Field Museum : NOW OPEN
- Shed Aquarium; Opens January 30
- Art Institute; Opens February 11
- Museum of Contemporary Art; Opens March 2
- Chicago History Museum; Opens March 4

The Museum of Science and Industry has not yet announced open dates, but we'll keep you plugged in right here! 
 

Enjoy the Great Outdoors

 

The famed Chicago Architecture Tour is ready to guide you on an epic journey of discovery . . . Truly! You'll see some beautiful sites, enjoy a cocktail, and a "cool" river breeze in the heart of Chicago. Other Riverboat cruises are available too, check out Shoreline, Wendella, Mercury, and a ton more!

 

We're so lucky that Chicago has some of the best city parks in the World, and with many indoor activities closed, now is the time to truly appreciate them in all of their splendor! Take a stroll through Millennium Park and The Bean, Grant Park, or Lincoln Park and see the dramatic backdrop of the city behind them. And if you're an animal lover, the residents at Lincoln Park Zoo are waiting to give you a warm welcome. Free-admission reservations are required, so book it before you go! 

Feeling like letting off some steam and showing off your mad skills? The Ice Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daly Park is open (with reservations). It's the perfect place to
burn off some of that quarantine energy!
 

SHOPPING, ANYONE?

Chicago stores and boutiques are open for business. If you fancy a new spring wardrobe, or just some browsing, you'll find most major retailers and boutiques are open. Capacity limits are in place to ensure social distancing, so be sure to mask up and keep your distance! 


An ideal safe, and social distanced activity is a visit to Lincoln Park Zoo. The animals here are 4 season afterall! You'll need to make a reservation! 

While concert halls may be closed, there are still great ways to enjoy live bands! Many of the best music houses in the city like Lincoln Hall, Green Mill, and more are offering streaming concerts - so just get cozy at ACME and enjoy!

 
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DO YOUR THING - DIFFERENT! Check out our curated list of cool attractions

  • If you love the great outdoors, get yourself to the 606. An elevated jogging/hiking/biking path that takes you through some of the 312's most interesting neighborhoods like Bucktown, Wicker Park, Logan Square, and others.
  • Bike your way through town on a Divvy. Those are the blue bikes you see pretty much everywhere . . . We suggest a ride up the Lakefront, coz it will net you some pretty awesome instagram shots!
  • If you've been dying to check out EATALY, you're in luck - it's a block away, and yeah, it's awesome. It's a bustling Italian marketplace that offers some of the freshest fare and authentic Italian foods around. Foodies won't want to pass it up.
  • In season, there are few things cooler than getting out on the cool waters of lake Michigan on your own (rented) jet ski, and worth e-v-e-r-y penny! Or one with the river in your very own kayak. Here you'll get some of the best views of the city, and get in a pretty decent workout too. Of course, both are seasonal.
  • Check out the Riverwalk (hint: it's on the river), and check out the peeps walking and cruising by. It's a great stop for a cocktail, or just to brown bag it.
  • What better way to hold on to a memory than with body ink? Deluxe Tattoo is one of the best tattoo shops in Chicago. We just recommend you visit sober - you know, no regrets and all. 
  • Everybody's heard about the Architectural Boat Tour, now go out and do it. It is def. one of the best "attractions" in Chicago.
 

CHICAGO'S MUSIC SCENE

If you dig music, you've come to the right city. In addition to the major arena's, Chicago boasts a ton of awesome, more intimate venues that often book the cutting edge talent on the cusp of stardom. You may also see them at one of Chicago's major music festival during the summer. Here is a short list of some of the best venues in the 312 to sit back and jam. -  These even made TimeOut Chicago's best list!