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Riverwalk
Down by the river The Chicago Riverwalk expansion was completed in 2016, and the 1.25 mile pathway has been a constant source of bustling activity ever since, offering a variety of activities and venues at which to eat, drink and immerse yourself in the ultimate city experience. City Winery’s (11 W. Riverwalk) main location and live music venue is located in the West Loop, but the menu at the Riverwalk location provides all the best items from the original, as well as its locally made wine served through a unique tapping system. CityWinery.com/Chicago Lincoln Square’s Tiny Lounge brings its signature craft cocktail concept to the Riverwalk in the form of Tiny Tapp, (55 W. Riverwalk) as well as Tiny Café, featuring locally roasted coffee, freshbaked pastries and ice cream. TinyTapp. com. Specializing in a summer grilled menu, O’Brien’s Café (45 E. Riverwalk) has a tasty half-pound black Angus burger complemented with lighter salads and wraps. OBriensRestaurant. com. Other venues to check out include the new Northman (233 E. Riverwalk) cider and beer garden, and Frost Gelato (27 W. Riverwalk) for a cool treat.
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Beginning at river level and spiraling five stories up, the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum provides a unique opportunity to explore a historic landmark bridgehouse, learn the story of the Chicago River and experience a stellar 360-degree view of the city. 99 E. Riverwalk. BridgehouseMuseum.org
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Offering morning, afternoon and evening Segway tours along the lakefront and Museum Campus, as well as a number of themed tours (architecture, haunted Chicago, North neighborhoods, Riverwalk, fireworks) and even customized options for those wishing to design their own excursion, Steve’s Segway Tours covers it all — and has a lot of fun along the way. 155 N. Harbor Dr. StevesSegwayTours.com
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Located on the eastern end of the Riverwalk is Island Party Hut, a kind of tropical oasis that serves food, drink, outdoor games and live music, as well as a floating tiki bar. 355 E. Riverwalk. IslandPartyHut.com