Excursions
Southport Corridor
An area within the popular neighborhood of Lakeview, the Southport Corridor has been established as a commercial strip that is perfect to see and be seen in. Located on Southport Avenue; this shopping district is heavily populated with great dining options, hip independent boutiques, and buzzing nightlife.
Shopping Information
The Southport Corridor was once a secret spot to most shoppers but is quickly coming onto the radar of many. This area of Lakeview features some fabulous contemporary and trend boutiques. Krista K & Krista K Maternity will keep the whole family in style, with fun clothes and fresh accessories. Jake boutique claims a home here as one of Chicago’s fast growing fashion hubs for celebrities and Chicagoans alike. With their unique selection of men’s and women’s clothing, Jake really knows what you need to have in your closet. Ciao Bella, another great shop, carries local designer Melanie Nicole’s swanky jersey dresses.
For a quick stop to refuel try Austrian coffee shop, Julius Meinl. Coffees, teas, traditional German dishes, and gifts make this Café one-of-a-kind. If looking to enjoy a nice dinner out with friends and have a taste for an authentic Argentinean dish, Tango Sur is your place. This popular restaurant offers incredible dishes that you can share.
Things to See
1429 W. Wellington
The beautiful Gothic church, whose cornerstone was laid in 1889, is home to the only weekly Sunday German Mass in the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Graceland Cemetary
Established in 1860 and designed by Chicago landscape architect O.C. Simonds, Graceland Cemetery is truly a haven in the City. Massive oaks, elms, and maples stand in testament to the architecturally significant monuments and markers that cover nearly 120 acres of land.
Walk through the Cemetery and pay your respects to business leaders such as developer Potter Palmer and railroad car manufacturer George Pullman. Other Chicago “giants” buried here include: Daniel Burnham, Marshall Fields, the retailing genius; and Carter H. Harrison, Sr., five-term mayor. World-famous Chicago architects such as John Root, William Holabird, Louis Sullivan, David Adler, Howard Van Doren Shaw, Mies Van der Rohe and McKim, mead & white, among others, are still viewed as primary in their field.
How to Get There
- Take the CTA Brown Line to Southport Avenue
- Bus: 9, x9, 11, 77, 152 Addison