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Top Things to Do in West Loop

THE 10 BEST Things to Do in West Loop, Chicago

Top Things to Do in West Loop

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What travellers are saying

  • Disneybus
    Pittsgrove, NJ984 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After arriving on the Zephyr, my wife and I had a rough time traversing thought the subterranean maze, collecting our suitcases, and exiting to find Ubers. There's lots of construction in the abyss, and as such there's little helpful signage and direction. It was difficult for us as seasoned travelers; we did ask questions multiple times and finally found our way to street level. I was excited seeing the famous staircase filmed in the Untouchables where Kevin Costner and Andy Garcia captured the bookkeeper! Of course I couldn't resist reenacting the scene - "Got him"
    Written 7 June 2024
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  • Sue B
    Edinburgh, UK8 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great selection of food, desserts, and international cuisine, even without all of the vendors being open when we were there!
    Written 27 June 2022
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  • Kristy P
    Republic, MO8 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Went here for my friends 50th Birthday. We had a blast. I would recomend taking your time in each room as its self guided but you can't go backwards. We loved how the lights and stuff worked in each room. There was lots of places for cool selfies. Don't forget to check out the bathrooms at the end as they also have exibits in them as well. Oh and the tasting station was also worth stopping for. The gift shop in the end is fun with games you can play and a wall of chips you can't find many place. I recomend trying one!
    Written 30 September 2024
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  • brmusicman
    Chicago, IL3,120 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Greektown's easy to access as a visitor to Chicago; it's just west of the Kennedy expressway, is not far away from the Loop (downtown), and is the gateway to the West Loop, full of hip bars and restaurants. Easy public transit access via bus or CTA blue line stops.

    Perhaps some of the character of Greektown has been reduced in recent years. This is due to some of the classic Greek restaurants along Halsted St. closing, due to either families deciding to get out of the business or shifting business conditions; the closure of some of the Greek-focused retail; and the gentrification of the surrounding neighborhood, now one of Chicago's most affluent. That said, it still has a Greek feel: there's the Hellenic museum; cool, Greek-focused architectural details; Greek street art; and a number of excellent Greek restaurants at which you can still get an authentic Greek meal and Greek hospitality.

    Worth a visit!
    Written 1 December 2019
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  • THINGS2LIVE4
    Rocky River, OH2,680 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Historic Irish Roman Catholic Church in downtown, Chicago. We need to preserve these awesome historic inner city/downtown churches. St. Patrick’s is an easy walk from the Sears/Willis Tower.
    Written 16 April 2023
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  • Tyshondra B
    32 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    My first time attending this art show and It will be my last the amount I paid in addition, Was no near half of what I made. The table and having only one chair price / yet they charged me $217 the first price was $300. The communication could have a little better and advising
    Written 10 October 2024
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  • Suzy B
    Bedford, NH158 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    $15 for a three-day paper ticket pass was the deal of the century. CTA trains and buses got us from Midway to our Magnificent Mile hotel and all around town during our stay. Knocking one point for the broken escalators, stairs and sketchy elevators we had to navigate with luggage. Otherwise, the system was easy to use for these suburban newbies, with seamless integration with Google maps and clear signage and announcements along the way. With our hotel charging $75/night for parking, we can’t imagine doing this any other way.
    Written 4 November 2024
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  • Carlanmcd
    Brooklyn, NY380 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cute place to take photos and that’s about it! Nice places to eat around the area but in regards to Big Monsters, it’s cool for aesthetic
    Written 17 January 2021
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  • Kathie R
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My son and I went there, first time ever throwing axes. We had a lot of fun! LA was a great coach! We were the only ones there at that time.
    Written 6 November 2023
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  • fibersong
    Asheville, NC49 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This museum tells the story of the Greeks coming to America, why and how they came, and what they made of their life here. The photographs and accompanying commentary are insightful, detailed, and often surprising to me. It was delightful and heartwarming to see the connection to Chicago.

    The museum also had a retrospective exhibit of Georges Kokines, a superbly talented artist in a number of media, who I'd never heard of. What a lovely surprise that was.
    Written 24 October 2018
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  • Arun K
    Nagpur District, India3,374 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Citigroup Center is a 42 story, 180 meter skyscraper located on Madison Street, in Chicago, USA . The modern structure was designed by the architecture firm M/s Murphy & Jahn in 1984.& the construction of building was completed in 1987 , which was previously known as the “Northwestern Atrium Center” and “Citigroup Center”. The building contains retail shopping, fast food restaurants, a few banks / offices, and is connected to the platforms of Ogilvie Transportation Center for Metro Trains.
    I am impressed with its design, it looks like a water stream cascading down a cliff. It is a beautiful building, efficiently laid out to handle the flow of visitors.
    I love this sparkling clean building as I walk past it very often and go to its food court occasionally.
    Written 7 December 2016
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  • Clay G
    Chicago, IL1,139 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I have been here a few times for drinks. They have some very unique options, including a Dr. Pepper sour. While I did not care for it, my friends absolutely love it. Outside of drinks, food that I’ve had here is alright. The staff are great and I imagine I’ll continue to come back here in the future.
    Written 20 November 2024
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  • Heather C
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was my family's second visit to Paniq and my first time. We've been to other escape rooms and this one has ambience and flair! Jim was particularly kind as our guide. We're excited to return again! We're going to try all the rooms. It's that good.
    Written 29 March 2024
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  • dmittleman
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL1,409 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We attended a large wedding here. The venue is large and inviting. Although it is industrial looking, it can be warmed up nicely. The food was superb. The feeling was chic but the focus remained clearly on the bride/groom and the attendees. A great way to start a life.
    Written 24 July 2021
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  • Michele L
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This gallery is filled with beautiful artifacts. presented in carefully thought-out displays. The gallery features four floors of artifacts with a mix of primitive artifacts and more contemporary, high-end, home furnishings. It's worth the trip to see the buddah room on the second floor. As you move through the gallery, the lighting, music, and even fragrance changes seamlessly to suit the displays. The staff members are helpful and welcoming. We went on a not-so-busy Saturday afternoon. We found many items of interest and the salespeople were quick to offer us additional information, even emailing some articles to me about some of the pieces that interested me.

    I did not find much I thought was overpriced -- but I was interested in some of the larger primitive artifacts that are simply not available anywhere else, no matter what the price.

    If you have to opportunity, I'd certainly recommend visiting just to soak up the beauty. If you are a serious collector - this is a great place to check regularly.
    Written 21 January 2018
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