Things To Do

Here at the lakeshore we like to enjoy ourselves on and off the water. If you are looking for a place where the fun never stops, then this is the place for you. There are no shortage of things to do, so take some time to discover what the Chicago lakeshore is all about!

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Restaurants

Chicago is known as a culinary hotspot and the lakefront is no exception. Find the perfect place to grab a snack during your day on the water.

  • Pier 31 Restaurant
  • Dockside Cafe at Burnham Harbor
  • Friendship on the Lake
  • The Docks at Quay
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Attractions

Majestic landmarks, scenic river tours, and an epic museum campus – these are just some of world-class attractions found along the Chicago lakefront.

  • Shedd Aquarium
  • The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
  • Adler Planetarium
  • Northerly Island
  • First Merit Bank Pavilion
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Yacht Clubs

Want to share the love of the water with friends? There’s a club for everybody no matter what you’re looking for. Explore the yacht clubs at each harbor.

  • Burnham Park Yacht Club
  • Chicago Yacht Club
  • Columbia Yacht Club
  • Diversey Yacht Club
  • Belmont Yacht Club
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Recreation

Whether it’s on the water or along the shore of Lake Michigan -- there are tons of activities that will leave you breathless one way or another.

  • Sail Chicago
  • Diversey Driving Range and Mini Golf
  • Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course
  • Chicago Match Race Center
  • Windy City Watersports
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