Discover the Best Things to Do in Chicago

As one of Chicago's more established lakefront neighborhoods, Lakeview East is a exciting place to explore. This vibrant neighborhood offers an abundance of diversions, from trendy shopping and dining to live theater, nightlife and sports. And of course, with the el and busses nearby, and Uber and Lyft just a click away, it's easy to navigate anyplace in the city with Lakeview East as your home base. And you can make the most of your Chicago visit with Go City. Save up to 50% exploring the hottest attractions with one digital pass.

Wrigley Field

Built in 1914, Wrigley Field is one of the oldest and most iconic ballparks in Major League Baseball—and one of only two remaining MLB parks built before 1920. With its ivy-covered walls, hand-operated scoreboard and legendary neighborhood setting, the Friendly Confines is a true piece of baseball history. Catch the Cubs, take in a summer concert or just soak up the legendary Wrigleyville energy surrounding one of baseball's most iconic fields. No tickets? No worries, Wrigleyville is a great place to hang, meet locals, and totally catch the baseball vibe. Gallagher way, adjacent to Wrigley Field, offers outdoor events year-round, attracting locals and visitors alike. If you are visiting in the off-season, you can take a a public or private tour of Wrigley Field - and experience it through the eyes of a player. Tours are available year-round. Plus, Wrigley Field is just 5 blocks from Hawthorne Terrace.

Lincoln Park Zoo

Founded in 1868, Lincoln Park Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in the country—and one of the few major zoos that's still free. Set on 49 acres in the heart of Lincoln Park, it's home to hundreds of animals, beautiful gardens and important wildlife conservation and research programs. Lincoln Park Zoo features exotic animals from around the globe. Beyond the animals, you'll find beautiful gardens, historic architecture and plenty of reasons to wander, all just steps from the lakefront. LPZ also offers family friendly, and adult-only events year-round like ZooLights, Haunted Tours, Brew Nights, and more. The zoo is 1.5 miles from the Hotel.

Downtown Chicago

Chicago is an incredible destination for art, culture, fashion, dining, entertainment and big city adventure. Catch a concert, wander around the Art Institute for the day, shop at world class retailers. You can also enjoy amazing views from Chicago landmarks like the Hancock and Willis Tower and the River Walk. Chicago is known for it's world class, and deliciously diverse dining scene. Downtown Chicago is easily accessible via a quick trip on the Red Line or an Uber can also get you there in about 12 minutes from here.

Belmont Theatre District

Big talent, intimate stages and plenty of only-in-Chicago energy—the Belmont Theater District is where neighborhood theater takes center stage. Just steps from the bustle of Lakeview, you'll find 19 performance spaces featuring everything from boundary-pushing plays and laugh-out-loud comedy to musicals, improv, world class sketch comedy, and offbeat productions you won't see everywhere else. Skip the mega-venue for a night and catch something a little more unexpected. Hawthorne Terrace is in the center of the Belmont Theatre District providing guests easy access to incredible entertainment.

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Get a little wild without leaving the city. Tucked beside Lincoln Park, the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum brings the natural world up close with interactive exhibits, hands-on discoveries and its showstopper Judy Istock Butterfly Haven, where hundreds of butterflies flutter freely around you. Part museum, part urban escape—and a pretty cool change of pace from the usual Chicago itinerary.The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum highlights the natural history of Illinois, with more than 100 hands-on exhibits. It's a short walk or Uber from Hawthorne Terrace, and a wonderful break from the hustle and bustle of Chicago.