Suggested Destinations

Bucktown

Located on the near northwest side of Chicago, in the community of greater West Town, remnants of historic Bucktown are evident in the hundred-year-old buildings and cobblestone paths. Today, this area boasts a thriving nightlife, an array of independent shops, and home to many small and independent businesses.

Lincoln Park

Named in honor of President Abraham Lincoln, Lincoln Park was once home to both working-class immigrants, middle-class commuters, and wealthy citizens who built expensive mansions lining the historic park. By the early twentieth century, Lincoln Park was firmly established as a residential neighborhood that hosted some of Chicago’s major cultural institutions including DePaul University. Today, the neighborhood population is primarily made up of young professionals, recent college graduates, and young families. Full of coffee bars, shops, restaurants, and a thriving nightlife, Lincoln Park is a great neighborhood to explore.

Old Town

One of the city’s oldest and most distinguished neighborhoods, Old Town is adorned with tree-lined streets, distinctive architecture, and lovely brick construction. Today, Old Town is considered an affluent and historic neighborhood, home to many of Chicago’s Victorian-era buildings. In 1977, the Old Town Triangle area was designated a Chicago Landmark District and presently boutiques, galleries, restaurants, nightclubs, and coffee shops can be found here.