“This is, in my opinion, the best beach (Montrose) in Chicago, so we love to come down here anytime we can,” beachgoer Rishi Kumar said. While it’s plenty safe to enjoy the sun in the ...

Located in Lincoln Park directly on Lake Michigan, North Avenue Beach is one of the most popular swimming spots in Chicago. The sandy beach has volleyball courts, plenty of space for visitors to ...

One of the best winter attractions in ... this hip resort town about 140 miles from Chicago is stocked with galleries, boutiques, excellent dining and beaches. Perhaps surprisingly for a town ...

The Brookfield Zoo is a perfect day trip spot for families, couples and friends. The 235-acre zoo houses 3,481 animals belonging to 511 species and offers various spring events. Visitors can peruse ...