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Here's your plan for a peaceful bird watching hike with skyline views at Montrose Point. Watch the video 👇

Connect with nature at a peaceful bird sanctuary on the North Side.

City Nature Escape 🐦

Explore Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary in Uptown, Chicago. A prime spot for bird watching and enjoying quiet nature walks.

Bird Watching

✅ Before you go
• It’s free entry + they’re open from dawn to dusk
• Bring your binoculars if you have them!
• Some of the paths are ADA accessible
• Leave any pups at home since they’re not allowed in the sanctuary - more rules here: https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/nature/rules-regulations

💪 Pro tips
• Go early in the morning for the best birding
• Bring a water bottle and sunscreen
• Don’t be afraid to say hi to any birders you meet! They’re friendly and knowledgeable 
• Check bird migration patterns here: https://birdcast.info/migration-tools/migration-forecast-maps/

Walk around Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary 🐦

without having to leave the city - keep watching.

on the lakefront trail is Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary.

This hidden oasis is perfect for bird watching, or just a chill nature hike.

I mean, I almost forgot I was still in the city.

We went on a mission to see some migratory birds,

some of which lead you to this gorgeous skyline view.

Plan to go in the early fall or springtime for the best birding.

let me know if you go when the weather gets a bit cooler

because I bet the fall foliage would be on point.

This was such a wholesome activity to do as the seasons change

Here's your plan for combining strength and relaxation with Yoga and Pilates classes. Watch the video 👇

Yoga and Pilates classes that combine both strength and rest. 

The Yoga Seed 🌱🧘🏻‍♀️

Experience invigorating Pilates and deeply relaxing yoga in a cozy, home-like studio at The Yoga Seed in Lincoln Park. Mats and props provided—just bring yourself!

Yoga & Pilates Class

✅ Before you go
• Book a class here: https://www.theyogaseed.com/schedule 

💪 Pro tips
• They offer a diverse range of classes, including Baby & Me, Active Yoga, Mat Pilates, Restorative Yoga, and The Yoga Tune Up Method

Yoga/ Pilates class at Yoga Seed 

I took a yoga and Pilates class at one of the most serene studios in Chicago.

The yoga seat is in Lincoln Park on Clybourne.

and I really love that it's converted from an old house,

and then I took a yoga class that was supposed to be almost like a massage.

The yoga seat provides mats and every prop you could possibly think of,

so you don't have to log your yoga mat there.

Here's your plan for enjoying retro vibes with themed drinks and fun holiday decorations in Wicker Park. Watch the video 👇

Decorated every holiday, friendly service, good food and drinks in a retro train dining car vibe!

Blue Line Lounge 🚇🍸

Grab cocktails in a retro 1940s train car setting at Blue Line Lounge in Wicker Park. Enjoy festive decor, happy hour deals, and vibrant vibes with friends.

Cocktails at Lounge

✅ Before you go
• Happy hours! Wednesday all day $8 martinis, Thursday $7 mules, Friday $8 martinis 4-7pm 

💪 Pro tips
• Get there early to get a table, it was packed!!

Drinks at Blue Line Lounge 

This is your sign to go for drinks in a 1940s train car.

The Blue Line Tavern is located directly under the Blue Line in Wicker Park,

you feel like you're transported to a different time.

I got this cocktail called The Vampire's Kiss,

Then a few friends dropped by for one final cheer.

Here's your plan for exploring interactive ice cream rooms, playing games, and enjoying unlimited treats. Watch the video 👇

The Museum of Ice Cream is part playground, part dessert shop, and 100% fun. Every room is interactive and yes, you get unlimited ice cream at every stop. 🍦

Inside the Museum of Ice Cream 🍨 

Explore the Museum of Ice Cream in Chicago’s Tribune Tower—enjoy unlimited treats, playful exhibits, and book your visit ahead online for a sweet experience!

Ice Cream Museum

📍It’s easy to spot as it’s located in Chicago’s iconic Tribune Tower! 

💻 Reserve your time slot online because tickets usually sell out on weekends. 

Find it and book ahead 🎟️

Try mini-golf, wacky carnival games, quirky hot dog ice cream, and dive into the famous sprinkle pool at Chicago's Museum of Ice Cream!

Ice Cream Games

🗳️ Voting boxes 
⛳️ Mini-golf
🌭 Hot dog flavored ice cream
🎡 Scoop-A-Scoop game
🏊‍♂️ Sprinkle pool

Don’t miss! 

Looking for something sweet to do in the city?

I spent the afternoon at the Museum of Ice Cream,

The number one thing they told us was you can get as much ice cream as you want.

they give you a popsicle that was so good.

Then you hop on board an ice cream themed subway,

There was a bunch of different rooms with really cool installations,

One of my favorite rooms was this exhibit.

Where they told you about the origin of all your favorite flavors.

Almost all of the displays were interactive.

and they even had a whole room dedicated to mini golfing.

there is a hot dog flavored ice cream stand,

let's just say I won't be taking a pint of that home.

The rest of the rooms reminded me of a carnival or boardwalk.

the moment we were all waiting for the sprinkle pool.

And if you're not stuffed by the limited ice cream throughout the tour,

I got the strawberry pretzel and it was so

Stop by the gift shop on the way out and you get a mini ice cream sandwich to go.

Here's your plan for a taco and margarita crawl at top spots in Pilsen, Chicago. Watch the video 👇

Taco + marg crawl at some of the best spots in Chicago! 

Taco Crawl 🌮

Enjoy delicious chicken tacos and various salsas at Rubi’s Tacos in Pilsen—perfect for starting your Chicago taco crawl adventure.

Tacos

✅ Before you go
• The line to order was long, but it went quickly! 

💪 Pro tips
• Try all the sauces/ salsas in the fridge! 

Rubis Tacos on 18th 

Share flavorful and messy birria tacos, made with cheesy quesadilla shells and rich consomé, at Quesabirria Jalisco Tacos during your Chicago taco crawl.

Birria Tacos

✅ Before you go
• These Birria tacos start with a cheese quesadilla shell that is filled with two corn tortillas dipped in the rich and fatty Birria broth (consomé)

💪 Pro tips
• The tacos come in packs- we order a 4 pack for 6 of us to split and it was perfect. 

Quesabirria Jalisco Tacos  

Visit Canton Regio in Pilsen for authentic Mexican steakhouse vibes. Enjoy queso, chips, and more—just remember it's cash only! Great casual stop mid-taco crawl.

Steakhouse Dining

✅ Before you go
• CASH ONLY!! 

💪 Pro tips
• It is a steakhouse, but casual enough to go in street clothes. 

Canton Regio 

Enjoy live music and delicious margaritas—especially passion fruit—at The Tonk, a lively Pilsen spot that's perfect for unwinding during a taco crawl.

Margaritas & Live Music

✅ Before you go
• They have all their live music listed on their website: https://thetonkchicago.com

💪 Pro tips
• The passion fruit margs were our favorites. 

The Tonk 

My friends and I went to Pilsen to go on a taco slash margarita crawl.

where this was some of the best tacos I think I've ever had.

but we shared a few tacos before moving on to our next spot.

Then we walked a few blocks west to Canton Reggio,

where we had queso and salsa and chips as a little appetizer.

Then we walked back east to the Tonk because we were ready for some margaritas.

We went on a Saturday afternoon and they had live music playing.

Then we grabbed some margaritas and cheers to a wonderful taco crawl.