CHICAGO'S WORST TOURIST TRAPS // What NOT to do in CHICAGO - Travel Tips from a Local (4K Vlog)

[@Elisa83234]

You know you from Chicago when you still call the Willis Tower the Sears Tower. It will always and forever be the Sears Tower.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

The absolute disrespect of Chicago history when they tried to rename it lol. Sears Tower forever 💯🙌

[@54andcounting17]

That's me when someone says Willis Tower I always ask where is that ???? Lol. Best Steak Joint "Mastros".Located downtown. The best ever 💋❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nates1786]

Long Live the Sears Tower!!!

[@SARAEBAUER]

Agreeed - Sears Tower for life!

[@michaelfosnaught2238]

I don’t even live there but still call it Sears tower. Willis tower is the weirdest name ever

[@lastdonuts]

the boat tours are legit, I expected it to be boring but it was actually interesting and our guide was pretty hype

[@stephanied6711]

Same

[@MrPinoy4eva]

Which one did you go on?

[@luissantiago8446]

When I moved to Chicago, I did my utmost to study and learn about its history. After that, you're compelled to go the very places mentioned in the books, and eventually the tourist stops. And while I no longer live in the city(30 years). I pride myself on really getting to appreciate what Chicago had to offer. Despite its current problems and headaches, the city is still impressive and beautiful.

[@BuildinWings]

Ever try to visit the undercities? I forget how many layers there are now.

[@khalilreid]

How does chicago compare to dc

[@lizsimmons1196]

For a better high-rise experience, go to the bar on the 95th floor at the Hancock building. Have a drink and an appetizer. Be sure to visit the restoom, it's an epic view.

[@wheresmyluv]

That’s the 96th floor actually

[@C.Q_Wilkenson]

It grinds my gears to biblical proportions that Millennium Park gets all the buzz and Grant Park gets no love, it's large, gorgeous with large planes of grass, trees, statues, and of course, Buckingham fountain.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

I feel ya! Grant Park is highly underrated with all there is do plus its history as the city's first park

[@arthurd6495]

Fine by me.. more space for the rest of us ! :D

[@TheGoonSquadd]

I love it ! So much space to skateboard , roller blade , and bike ride around there cuz no one goes

[@GlitterFistsFish]

Grant park is for us... Millennium Park is for the visitors.

[@Ash-ng4mn]

@@GlitterFistsFishagreed. I watched the fountain “launch” event today and it was awesome. It wasn’t advertised all over the place like so many other attractions. It felt like everyone there was a local. Which is rare in the city.

[@everglowyoorim1817]

i like doing all the tourist traps as a chicagoan because i feel like a tourist. i need to do the mcdonalds university lol

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Lol that's true - on my channel I have videos about all these places 😎

[@andreasmiff]

It’s not opening up again until August😭

[@ChrisVuletich]

Yeah, I agree with you -- as a life long Chicagoan who recently moved away, I *kinda* almost miss Navy Pier among a few other things he mentioned (maybe I've been away too long). But really, even when I lived there, I'd go to Navy Pier a few times a summer. There's something refreshing about walking to the end, grabbing a beer and sitting on a bench while a live band is playing. Not to mention it's one of the best views of skyline outside of walking down to the planetarium. I like being a tourist in my own city sometimes.

[@ritaroad]

I’m a Chicagoan and I do all the tourist traps in Chicago except the food. In London, Paris, Rome , Venice, Amsterdam all someone had to do was point the way. I look for a Hard Rock Cafe. The one thing I’m not demanding of is I don’t need an American style hotel room. It just needs to be clean.

[@rkid9614]

Every new visitor to the city needs to watch this!! Nice food for thought. Spot on about the chain restaurant bit.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Much appreciated R kid!! 💯

[@ChristinaBradway]

I’m a west sider. I suggest people who visit to grab a Ventra card, throw $15 on it, and ride the #8 Halsted bus up and down. You’ll get tons of neighborhoods, restaurants, street fests (depending on season), and shopping. If you get bored or have more time, transfer to the #56 Milwaukee bus and ride it on the diagonal. Those two bus lines will offer a great “local” experience.

[@OhMeganGee607]

Your last tip is key!! I can't tell you how many visitors I've known that get a hotel downtown and never leave. Then they complain that there's nothing to do, especially at night! You just have to leave the downtown bubble for the fun! Great video!

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Thank you! Whenever I travel to other cities, I always explore their other neighborhoods to get a better overall experience 😎

[@chihickman4836]

The best time to visit Chicago is in may or September. Definitely always something to do and has the best weather in these months

[@ariacero9312]

There's a lot to do down Ontario or Ohio lol

[@iheartjbgccb]

@@chihickman4836 whats the weather like in august?

[@chihickman4836]

@@iheartjbgccb hot as hell! Sticky and muggy. But this year we have had a balance. Hot some days. Nice other days. But usually hot sticky 🥵

[@thomashensal3366]

I love the fact that he call it the Sears Tower instead of what you talking bout Willis Tower

[@LuisGustoChicago]

💯

[@antdaweirdo5013]

By the way, i suggest doing the 360 chicago tilt experience in contrast to the skydeck as the views are better and the tilt is way more thrilling then the box. Its also the same price as the regular skydeck experience to add tilt. I also suggest flying into midway with southwest(almost anywhere) or delta (Only from atlanta) if possible and not o'hare because the train ride is WAY shorter and midway is a tad bit more convenient and closer. Navy pier can get really annoying with the bugs and the long walks, and the only other fun thing is the ferris wheel which is busy all the time with rigid hours. Dont be like my mom was when we last visited and be open to riding the train/bus to make trips faster. I also suggest during the summer getting unlimited passes for the duration of your stay so you dont have to worry with tickets. And finally, avoid the flashy bikes with the music as they can cost upwards of $30 for just a 10 minute ride that is less then a mile. Its a total rip off.

[@Solo-Road]

I've lived in Chicago for 15 years and I still like to go to Millennium Park.

[@BuildinWings]

The Loop is for daytime touristy stuff, neighborhoods are for nighttime real-life culture. Whatever kinda experience you want in Chicago, there's a neighborhood for it that's busy every night of the week.

[@vincentng2392]

I picked John Hancock Center last time for my aerial view.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

The views from Big John are dope!!

[@signoresantinoburnett1169]

I stayed at a hotel next o the Hancock Center. The views were great up there.

[@maxhocks2006]

As a lifetime Chicago resident I go to nay pier for 3 things. Free fireworks on the weekends, boat tours and cruises, and free music in the beer garden. It’s a lot of fun in the summer, but it’s definitely a big tourist attraction.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Check out my film about the history of Navy Pier!

[@kaylakascht823]

As someone who has lived in Chicago for 5 years, I truly cannot imagine only going to downtown to "see the city" when there are so many cool places and things going on in other neighborhoods! side note: I do love getting deep dish even when family isn't in town

[@cassiemartin4208]

My boyfriend and I are traveling by train to Chicago for a week from Louisiana at the end of the month. I've watched so many of your videos the last couple of months and I cannot tell you how grateful I am and a bit more familiar I feel after these wholesome bits of info! First really big city besides Dallas, TX. Thank you so kindly!

[@RegularFinnishPerson]

What a nice vibe to your video, not thrashing any of these "tourist traps", but just sharing your own, honest opinion. Keep up the good work man!

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Thank you!! Appreciate the kind words 🙌

[@OprahsDaughter]

I agree with you! love that you called it the Sears Tower. Deep dish pizza makes ya stomach hurt but it’s good if you’d like. Mag mile & water tower looks cool. That’s it. Navy Pier is where I got engaged. I love it, but you can honestly walk the pier without paying a price. Just walk the pier. It’s a beautiful view.

[@siddrajan]

As a Chicagoan that moved out 6 years ago, after growing up between Pilsen/WickerPark/NorthShore, THANK YOU for this

[@Omendrix]

Lived in Chicago for almost a decade now, I always just hang out around the apple store, the view their is dope, plus it’s right by the boat tours loading dock, so you can get some people watching in, see what’s up.

[@loriannwulf8697]

Hi, I grew up in Chicago. Your video is very good. I agree on your food recommendations. People always comment on the deep dish pizza and we Chicagoans only had that when visitors came to town.

[@marcuscole4394]

I would go to Navy Pier if I wanted to take some good pics of the downtown buildings. It's a nice skyline from that vantage point. Not much else there though, I agree.

[@Love-zj5wg]

I agree with you on that...I took a picture from there of the skyline and it's still my favorite picture of chicago

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Most definitely, and if you go right when it opens you can get some peaceful chill vibes sitting at the end of the pier 😎

[@jamesrawlins735]

I did enjoy watching the 4th of July fireworks show from there. Nice to grab a drink - and there is a nice little stained glass museum there

[@VictorMartinez-je1qv]

I did the Architecture Boat tours. Highly recommend those instead of the Tour Busses. Chicago was design for walking. Furthermore, I took the city bus system. The Bus Drivers were supper nice and helpful. You can use your regular debit/credit card and get a seat. No need for special cards. So many shops it takes most of the day to really get most shops done. Love Chicago

[@kurtdyer]

Loved it, man! So different to the other videos! I'm gonna be there in 10 days and you really helped!

[@alexannaz]

Chicago is my absolute favorite vacation city, year round. It's so great. In the past 30 years, I've done everything on your list, some more than once. Although I definitely prefer the many unique neighborhood and suburban adventures available, I've had a blast doing all the "tourist" trap stuff too, especially with family and friends.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

That's great to hear!

[@markomasnjak8442]

Love your channel. Stumbled on it because you did a tour of my old neighborhood, Clearing. I live here and I find your content great. I laughed when you started talking about deep dish and Navy Pier. I tell people all the time that going to get deep dish or going to Navy Pier are only things we locals do when out of towners come to visit.

[@Guayota6]

the starbucks roastery is amazing, and i got drinks and food there that i don’t have in my home town. I was sending pictures to my friend and the menu and yes starbucks does have most of the drinks, but the food? you can’t get that at your local starbucks, and it’s freshly baked instead of just a prepackaged meal that they pop in the microwave.

[@katiepop3442]

Thats Right...Sears Tower Forever...but this Chicagoan love my deep dish pizza..I dont wait for relatives to come in.

[@TravelingisFREEDOM]

This is a very charming city, I hope I can visit again sometime in the future when all this is over. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much!

[@ImARealHumanPerson]

Maybe it's because I've lived here my entire life. But people coming to Chicago for vacations seems so weird to me lol.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

😂

[@heathernelson6846]

Most people aren’t so fortunate to live in a city as amazing as Chicago ;)

[@TravelwithTasha393]

That’s goes for New York City! I don’t know why people visit a hot, and sweaty place like New York City!!

[@Zazalifted]

Well we were the 3rd biggest city in the us until LA passed us

[@ConsuelaPlaysRS]

You need to get out more and realize how good you have it in Chicago

[@charleslockhart6778]

Lifelong Chicagoan and I would recommend visiting the Museum Campus which includes the Field Museum of Natural History, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Adler Planetarium. All three are within walking distance of each other, the campus includes Soldier Field which during the summer months hosts a variety of festivals and charity events. Also within walking distance of the Museum Campus is Grant Park which like Soldier Field is often hosting a festival or major event such as Lollapalooza or the Chicago Marathon. During the holiday seasons the Christkindle Market on State St is always a major attraction for locals and tourists. The summer street festivals are popular with the locals and have many booths with food and vendors from the nearby neighborhoods.

[@magellan379]

Hi, i'm french and i hope come to chicago in september for the first time . I find an appartement in south loop, it's good ? And what observatory is better than sears tower ? Thanks a lot and sorry for my english .

[@davidmanke794]

A few times a year, I give downtown Chicago tours for the company that I work . It is not my normal work detail and most of the time the guest are from foreign countries. It baffles me that with everything to do and see in Chicago, the most popular requests I get is for the Apple Store and The Starbuck's Reserve Roastery.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

On the one hand it is nice that the city has these attractions that appeal to visitors, but on the other hand it is a shame that many of these visitors ignore the better experiences lol

[@TickleMeElmo55]

For deep dish, it just depends on where you get it. There are other pizza establishments like Ricobene's in Bridgeport which, according to my palette, has the best crust on their deep dish pizza.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Most definitely - I’ve never met a deep dish pizza I didn’t like. At least for my family, it’s always tavern style pizza unless visitors are in from out of town 😂

[@bradybrapples]

the only place i'll get deep dish from anymore is pequods. everywhere else i'd rather just get tavern or whatever else

[@ddrennon]

+1 on the architecture tour. Did the deep dish my first trip there, box checked. SO MANY great places to eat and drink in that city.

[@vincentng2392]

I booked a room up north near Morse Station for the beaches nearby and the convenient train ride to Wrigley Field.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Sweet!

[@alexannaz]

Rogers Park is one of my favorite Chicago neighborhoods. The beaches up there are stunning. The CTA Red line goes thru a lot of interesting areas.

[@aliceb4070]

Don't really care for Navy Pier but LOVE the architecture cruises!

[@LuisGustoChicago]

The architecture cruises are incredible 🙏

[@everglowyoorim1817]

no i love navy pier and i'm chicagoan. i feel like a tourist in my own city lol

[@terrycarthy4433]

Don't think ya' need to be told A/ Big bus is a rip-off B / parking is expensive in Chicago C/ Starbucks coffee is a waste of time ; anybody not aware of any of that ?

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

Garretts Popcorn Chicago style. I would bring empty suitcases back in the 90s just to bring back Garretts popcorn home.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Haha nice 🍿

[@Jellyman3]

I visited Chicago several months ago for 6 days, and my only regret was not going to the art museum and exploring the other neighborhoods, but I had no idea where exactly to go and what to do, so next time I'll go, I'll do that. Great video!

[@arteusa]

I’m not from Chicago, but I grew up obsessed with the Sears tower. I still call it that.

[@tleevee62]

Great video...As a tour bus driver, I suggest walking, walking walking and using the CTA. Don't even think about a rental downtown. As a former Chicagoan, I suggest any of the museums, but especially Science and Industry in Hyde Park, then hit the Univ of Chicago since it is close by. Chicago Architecture Foundation has fantastic tours! Hancock Bldg has a sky bar with nice views much less expensive than the observatory. Finally, the biggest tourist trap to me was a rest named Ed Debevic's, where one of the gimics was a rude wait staff (Gone now)

[@katiepop3442]

Yass Museum of Science and Industry is my favorite

[@jamessawyer8889]

Hi Luis, I was watching your video about the tourist traps, I live in Orlando Florida and I don't really follow along with all the usual stuff, when I lived in Arlington Heights, I loved going to Taste of Chicago, I'd park across the street at the Monroe St garage, scope out the different places to eat, get my tickets, chow down, walk down Michigan Ave, head towards Water Tower Place, but since I'm into cars, I'd go over to Hanley Dawson Cadillac and check out the cars, I'd then keep going over by the Rock and Roll McDonald's, look for antique shops, or whatever caught my eye, browse, head back to TOC, eat some more, walk around a little more, hop in the car, head home and call it a day. I'm the kind of person who can find my own adventures that aren't tourist attractions, although I would really love to drive thru all the counties of Illinois and see what else the state has, just like I'd love to bum around thru all the counties in Florida and check things out because you never know what you'll find on your own

[@mollymoore686]

You like a fun person I'm from Belfast in Ireland 🇮🇪

[@JuniperMoonshine]

My husband and I are going in a few months! I’m so excited and have been waiting. It’s the food for me! Been dying for some AUTHENTIC Italian food , a deep dish, and Portillo’s. ♥️💜

[@carloscaycho8641]

I will say, I'm a local and I love getting deep dish pizza every now and then! No family visit necessary for me. It's delicious! Though it does last me almost a week lol

[@heathernelson6846]

Nothing wrong with deep dish. I actually learned to like deep dish when I moved to Chicago as a young adult. We used to have a chain back in my home town of St. Louis (Uno) that was just awful. You can’t beat the real thing.

[@CrimsonRaven51]

Yeah, I miss the pizza in Chicago, but I really miss the Rib Tips from the South Side.

[@boataxe4605]

@@heathernelson6846 Uno’s is originally from Chicago and is where deep dish was invented. It used to be very good, but has gone way downhill. Over expansion and greed will do that.

[@TChalla616]

@@heathernelson6846 Deep dish is over rated, most people from Chicago go with the thin slice.

[@uncsupreme]

If I ever go I think I want the chocolate cake shake at Portillos cause that looks good

[@carloscaycho8641]

Highly recommend it! Also recommend their chili cheese dog! It's amazing!

[@boataxe4605]

Portillos just went public, expect the quality to go down soon.

[@Clutching.My.Pearls]

Luis check out the Surgical museum on the inner drive, it's amazing. Also Miller's Pub for the best ribs and walk through the Palmer House lobby, it's stunning.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Thanks! We did a short film about the Palmer House you should check it out 😎

[@tofu_golem]

I remember Wild Chicago used to feature those weird little museums that cover obscure topics. Maybe you could cover some of those, since that is the kind of thing people outside of Chicago don't know about.

[@GlitterFistsFish]

The surgical museum is awesome. Or the pritzker museum is cool too.

[@billhull6842]

When I want to go to a tall building for cheap I go to the Signature Room at the Hancock Tower. All you have to do is buy a drink and you get the same view as the observatory 2 floor downs. A drink will cost you like $10 but the that is half the price of the observation deck.

[@hughsweer9733]

Amendment on Millenium Park, in the bandshell you can often catch the Chicago Symphony Orchestra rehearsing on some Saturday mornings during the summers and they allow you to sit and watch (no photos, keep your phone in your pocket).

[@SARAEBAUER]

Awesome video. The editing does not go unnoticed! Totally agree with these Chicago tourist traps...

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Thanks Sara!

[@spacesofi4005]

I live in the Chicago suburbs, so I visit Chicago city pretty often. Next time I’ll visit, I’ll try to go to some new places. Thanks for the tips! Great video!!!

[@joemancini2988]

Yeah everything Luis says is true! BTW, 50 years ago Navy Pier was where I went for weekend drills with my Navy Reserve Gold Crew. It was not glamorous back then, LOL!

[@DanMaluchnik]

I ❤️ Chi-town. I live in Detroit, but my heart is in Chicago, no doubt it’s like home

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Nice! We're hoping to visit Detroit soon

[@DanMaluchnik]

@@LuisGustoChicago if you do, you should check out the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn. It’s home to so many classic cars, President Kennedy’s limo, Lincoln’s booth, and the bus Rosa Parks sat on and refused to give up her seat.

[@alexannaz]

I'm a Detroiter who loves Chicago too. I think of it as my second home because I've been so many times and have close family and friends there.

[@midnitekezia234]

Great video as always! I'm moving to Chicago soon. Any recommendations for what to experience in your first month?

[@joannegallo2638]

I'm moving to Mke this Spring & intend to watch your videos & really explore Chicago. I've been there twice tho & really enjoyed strolling around Downtown, visiting the Bean & gotta have an Italian Beef sammich from the original location!

[@billythedog763]

as a life long Chicagoan Navy pier is the worst and having to go there with visitors is pure torture

[@nashirmohammed7434]

i think you gotta hit the tourist traps at least once! agree on all except the park tho!

[@JesseBartonTravels]

Thank you for this video. I am planning a weekend trip to Chicago (first time), and all of the other bloggers are covering all of the boring places that you could go anywhere. I lived in NYC for 15 years; I want to know where the regulars go! 😊 So thanks again 🙌

[@tubz]

Yo! I saw that you put a picture of dumplings from Qing Xiang Yuan at 3:12 I'm not sure if they're on the Michelin guide but they definitely should be!

[@Cubbie410]

My question is what are some hidden gems of Chicago? Meaning what are some lesser known spots of Chicago that out of towners should check out

[@LuisGustoChicago]

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[@Icy-f6i]

I’m from Louisiana I’ve always wanted to move to a big city I’m really looking forward to going

[@jarettmichaels7305]

Thanks for the nice tour. I’m born in Chicago, but moved downstate as a child. Such a awesome city. I’m hitting up Lou Malnati’s every time I visit though😂

[@stephenc4312]

Finally, a real Chicago show with real Chicago speak!

[@bearnose75]

I would like to know more about the best mom and pop restaurants and also some good local pubs

[@LuisGustoChicago]

I've got food videos on my TikTok 😎

[@jeffjay9350]

Chicago is filled with ethnic neighborhoods. Polish, Chinese, Serbian, Vietnamese, Indian, Lebanese, etc! Each has their own restaurants, grocery stores, pubs etc. go explore!

[@lizzielabelle]

I’ve lived here for four years, this video is super accurate ‼️👍🏼

[@LuisGustoChicago]

🙌🏼

[@Aarontank24]

I went here last month. And went to the Wendella Boat Tours. And it was actually pretty cheap. And the guy was so informative. Told me about all the history here. And I loved smelling the chocolate factory when the boat was by there.

[@fathanfamily7538]

VERY nice tourw thete in.chcago city look BEAUTIFUL city THANK you for great SHARING my FRIEND greatting from INDONESIA

[@hanselito2416]

Good speaker, good info. Two thumbs up

[@simonsyed6391]

I really appreciate your honesty. You gave me good guidance for my trip to Chicago in June. I am definitely checking your website. I am from San Diego. Thanks Luis :)

[@samanthathompson3368]

Going this June. How was it foe u. I'm staying in double tree.

[@simonsyed6391]

His video did help me. The L train is convenient for those who want to save money. I did stay away from chains LL uke Starbucks and McDonald's but you should try Portillos and Lou Malinati

[@nickwesley3520]

In my opinion, if you’ve never been to Navy Pier, go ahead and go once. On the condition that you do your research and understand what you are getting into. It’s definitely interesting if you can appreciate Chicago’s treatment of the lakefront, but I agree it’s not an amazing experience unto itself

[@wolfpac1970]

Great video. I've never been to Chicago, but I am planning a trip sometime next year. Of course I'm going to have to try both the deep dish and thin crust pizza's when I get there because I love pizza. What would be your recommendation on the best pizza places? I want to try and catch a Cubs or White Sox game while there as well and go to Boys Town for a day or two. From the videos I've been watching it seems like I could do downtown in a couple of days.

[@american_byways]

Parking: Posted prices in downtown area may not include taxes, fees.

[@abadatha]

Spent a week there in May, and only drove one time. The L is so convenient compared anything we have where I am from. Stayed in Logan Square, fantastic place. One of my absolute favorite cities in the country.

[@diegodrenoso]

What are better options to Willis tower Sky deck?

[@jmichna1]

I remember my Dad taking me and my little brother for walks on Navy Pier in the late 50s... we'd walk all the way out to the end of the pier, we'd get to see the perch fishermen, and - in season - the smelt fishermen (using smelt nets)... cleaning their catch and frying them up over small fires or camp stoves right on the pier. Great memories.

[@ln6122]

Old

[@daijo5409]

Sadly, smelt population has diminished. We fished for those at night time by Belmont Harbor and cooked them right there with family and friends. Great food, great company, great bonding and great memories. It was a Chicago tradition then.

[@zamev]

I love deep dish pizza and I don't necessarily buy it only when I have visitors.

[@pattgsm]

Never been a huge fan of deep dish. My pizza of choice has been Home Run Inn since ‘78.

[@markpettigrew542]

I lived at the YMCA at 30 West Chicago Avenue, so I went to some of the "tourist's" traps you mentioned here.

[@superzero3497]

Headed to Chicago at the end of March! Very excited. But we’re clueless about the weather. Any advice about what to wear and what the weather is like downtown at the end of March?

[@khabbad]

Total gamble. Could be 20 could be 60 at that time

[@jamesmosley3368]

Sears tower is a timed entry and it’s more than just the glass ledge they have redesigned the exhibit so you are walking thru the history of Chicago. Millennium park is more than the bean if you go in the summer sit and have a picnic and listen to the grant park symphony. It’s free and it’s in a beautiful Frank Gehry designed concert stage. It also connects by bridges to other parks and to the Art Institute. You can easily walk from there South or east to the lakefront , Buckingham fountain , or the gardens in Grant Park. Once on the lakefront or even in front of Millennium Park rent one of the city bikes ( I love the pedal assist ebikes ) and ride south along the lake as far as want . These are the best views of Chicago skyline, museum campus, and the lake. It’s less crowded than riding North where the popular beaches are. Yes avoid navy pier unless your taking one of the tour boats on the lake. The odyssey has a nice dinner cruise with dancing. I would not stay in Hyde park ( too far south and not on the CTA train lines or Chinatown (besides the restaurants not much to do but it does have a train stop) but focus on staying near wrigleyville, Logan Square, Wicker Park , or Near North. All these are a short train ride to downtown or the airport. Yes take the architectural foundation river tours! Go to Eater Chicago website and choose one of the iconic restaurants that they list. Yes do not eat at a chain restaurant if your coming here. Have a cocktail at one of the many rooftop bars. Chicago deep dish is ok you can go just to say you had it but only once (wink). Just my opinion after living here for 41 years. Obviously it’s huge city and everyone has there opinions but no matter what you’ll have a fun time exploring.

[@MsVaughnTV]

I’m a born and raised southside Chicagoan and this advice is accurate af 😂

[@jonathanclouse1344]

I just visited Chicago with a friend a few months ago. My recommendation on the food...if you have someone in your life who is from Chicago (either school, or childhood, or some other connection), ask them about restaurants. I never would have learned about Portillos and their Chocolate Cake Shake. That is definitely a must! Oh, and I highly recommend Stan's Donuts...especially their glazed pistachio donut.

[@jennibennecke669]

Thank you for the shout out for Portillos

[@meistsyans6526]

Lol I hate portillos. It's literally like McDonalds 2.0 not sure why there are so many people in line always. Tried many things burgers, hotdogs, sandwiches, there's nothing that I like.

[@youdecide2696]

We have Portillos in Buena Park, CA. Giordano's are in Las Vegas, and you can order Lou Malnattis freeze dried pizzas delivered to your home also, which we have done a few times. I would avoid any of the chain places.

[@Sketchbook999]

What month is this please?- will it snow next month OCTOBER?

[@matthewgomez6024]

What was that super cool building at 6:23?

[@keepabandthegoat3299]

Blu radisson hotel Beautiful suites and food on first floor

[@boataxe4605]

It’s named The Aqua.

[@jackierivera79]

How’s the weather out there in the beginning of may

[@RandysFiftySevenChevy]

The windy city is legit. I saw it rain sideways there,

[@ourfamilyvideos7283]

What would be the “experience” you’d say to do while in the city for a weekend with family.

[@BraveAlienSessionNyy]

Sooo can I get a tour when I come out there my guy? Watched way too many of your videos but glad I found your channel. Your insight is way more helpful than you think.

[@robertlee6781]

AON Center observatory should be cool when it opens. Totally with you regarding tavern style pizza.

[@patriciamandaka7940]

You mentioned that there are better/other, cheaper observatories than the Willis/Sears Tower. What are they, please?

[@DestinyDiamond]

If you have children with you, I would actually recommend going to navy pier for their children's museum. Doesn't disappoint.

[@hopereed7124]

Go Louis Gusto I just got back from Chicago with my fiancé today and we stayed at the InterContinental hotel. The views were so beautiful 🤩 but were thinking for our honeymoon trip we would maybe stay at the Trump hotel. What is your thoughts???? Been there or know if it’s worth it? Thanks love your videos! 🙌🙂

[@j.r.cilliangreen4083]

Also the Chicago Architecture Foundation Walking Tours are amazing!!!

[@j.r.cilliangreen4083]

Best part of Navy Pier is CST (Chicago Shakespeare Theatre)…that is worth it

[@MarkDarc87]

Thanks brother. Planning on visiting next month and hoping to show a native Chicagoan a good time and possibly experience some things she hasn't had the opportunity to. So this was very helpful....granted, Grand Lux is her favorite restaurant for special occasions, but I guess it's something different for her. Thanks again Luis!

[@Bigbuddyandblue]

Field Museum, Museum of science and Industry, Wacker Drive, Blues Brothers Tour, Lincoln Park Zoo, Buckingham Fountain, Polk Street Blues Bar, Art Institute, River Walk, Shedd Aquarium, ect. Etc

[@jaysato]

been enjoying watching your videos, i lived in chicago for 7 years back in the early 2000s. My college was in downtown by the south michigan area. I lived in the north side, brown line area. I will always have my love for the roscoe village neighborhood. Chicago to me as i remember it, i loved my days of biking around there. The city was so easy to navigate and get around to. I remember walking from the loop downtown all the way to the northside until like the cubs stadium or further.

[@mh0862]

Hancock building by far for an observatory. Deep dish is a casserole dish. Tavern style is the way to go, cut into squares. And ya gotta have an Italian Beef.

[@Claudia-qe1rs]

It might still be worth it to go to Millenium Park to see Cloud Gate (the bean) by Anish Kapoor. If you're really into conceptual art or already there for the Art Institute.

[@LuisGustoChicago]

Millennium Park is great! Like I always say, I enjoy it. That said, it is overrated as a tourist attraction. If the crowds aren't too bad and you're already in the area, I'd recommend it. But if it's already full of tourists, I recommend exploring Grant Park instead 😎✌

[@signoresantinoburnett1169]

I drive down from Toronto twice a year for the Cubs and Blackhawks. In the summer it's Pints and wings at Murphy's pre game, and in the winter it's pints and wings pre game at the Ogden. Food - I personally like The Chop Shop steakhouse. Service is average at best, but the food and the amazing Victorian building makes it a great time. I love the city overall for it's architecture. The Tribune tower is something else.

[@robbylock1741]

I love how you still call it the Sears Tower, it shows how you are truly a Chicagoan! I just love your videos, would love to join you for either a beef, wet and hot or some tavern style pizza, but I have to run to Jewels to pick up some groceries.