Things to do in Evanston
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Attractions
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360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
Tours & day trips
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Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour
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Blue Man Group Chicago
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BYOB Spray Paint 'n' Sip at Studio W.I.P. Chicago
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Rosemont: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
What to do in Evanston
Popular places to visit
Michigan Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
McCormick Place
Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.
Navy Pier
A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Chicago Riverwalk
Stroll along the waterfront of the Chicago River to pass some of the city’s most appealing attractions and appreciate how a once grim area has been successfully revamped.
Chicago Theatre
See a stage show at this iconic cultural beacon, which still captures all the splendor of a trip to the movie theater in the early 20th century.
Areas of Evanston
South Evanston
Appreciated for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring South Evanston. Check out the variety of things to see and do like FEW Spirits, and jump on the metro at Main Street Metro Station or South Boulevard Station to get around the city.
North Evanston
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit North Evanston. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Welsh-Ryan Arena and Ryan Field are a few top sights nearby.
