The 10 Best Things to do in Wrigleyville, Illinois (IL)

August 7, 2021 Deane Carmody

The windy city is a cornucopia of modern art, fine dining, cutting edge comedy, and die-hard sports fans. Snap a photo of your reflection in the silver Cloud Gate sculpture at Millennium Park before heading to Grant Park to get hit with the refreshing spray of Buckingham Fountain. There are dozens of museums and theater companies in Chicago, so a cultural experience is never hard to find. You’re sure to laugh your head off at the Second City Theater, the professional launch pad of many famous comedians.
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1. Soul Impressions

1224 W.Grace, Chicago, IL +1 773-840-8122 http://www.soulimpressionsinc.com
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Soul Impressions

2. The Public House Theatre

3914 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613-2602 +1 800-650-6449 http://pubhousetheatre.com/
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

The Public House Theatre

3. Improvised D&D Comedy Show

3914 N Clark St Otherworld Theatre, Chicago, IL 60613-2602 +1 773-857-2116 http://Outonawhimcomedy.com
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Improvised D&D Comedy Show

4. Wrigley Field

1060 W. Addison St., Chicago, IL 60613-4566 +1 773-388-8270 http://Cubs.com/Tours
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4.5 based on 9,799 reviews

Wrigley Field

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.

Reviewed By MarkT4358 - Houston, United States

This is an old stadium.But everything was clean.The restrooms and seats were new.The stadium was huge.When I was in Fenway, Boston, I thought Fenway was small.But Wrigley was big.It was a Tuesday night after Labor day.I could see a lot of people.Windy City really love Cubs.If you are a baseball fan, Wrigley is a must-visit.

5. Wrigley View Rooftop

1050 W Waveland Ave, Chicago, IL 60613-4318 +1 312-544-9790 [email protected] http://www.wrigley-rooftops-chicago.com
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4.5 based on 81 reviews

Wrigley View Rooftop

CHOOSE WRIGLEYVIEW• Your Own First Class Section or roam around our spacious facilities, there are TV’s everywhere so you’ll never miss the action• Indoor Clubroom – beautifully appointed bar with hardwood floors and TVs all around. Socialize in a great atmosphere while still having a view of the park• All-Inclusive –food, drinks, tax, tip and the game—No cash needed• Clean attractive bathrooms on every level with no line

6. The Mercury Theater

3745 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60613-3718 +1 773-325-1700 http://mercurytheaterchicago.com
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4.5 based on 103 reviews

The Mercury Theater

Reviewed By Rolshchikov-Dmitry - Moscow, Russia

I’ve watched Spamalot here, and it was my 1st experience of watching a musical on stage. The artists were excellent - singing, acting - everything beyond expectations. The theater is cozy, which makes you feel among family and friends in the audience; and all the seats, I’m sure, provide great view. You can discover a new work of Monty Python only limited amount of times, and I’m grateful to this venue for having had such an experience on their premises.

7. Bye Bye Liver - The Chicago Drinking Play

The Public House Theatre, 3914 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL +1 773-230-4770 http://pubhousetheatre.com/bye-bye-liver/
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Bye Bye Liver - The Chicago Drinking Play

8. Music Box Theatre

3733 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60613-3718 +1 773-871-6607 http://www.musicboxtheatre.com/
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4.5 based on 54 reviews

Music Box Theatre

Reviewed By susanl762 - Huntley, United States

Attending a show at the Music Box Theater is a treat! Starting with the outside marque and old time ticket booth, you are treated to the architecture of another era. We attended the 36th Annual showing of White Christmas and It's A Wonderful Life along with pre-show Sing-a-Longs with the Music Box House organist and "Santa." Be prepared to enjoy the evening with a very enthusiastic audience! Perfect way to embrace the holiday season!

9. The Park at Wrigley

3637 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613-3807 +1 773-388-8260 https://www.parkatwrigley.com
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The Park at Wrigley

10. Wrigleyville

Bordered by Halsted St On The East, Ashland Ave On The West, Chicago, IL
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4.5 based on 29 reviews

Wrigleyville

Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States

Ask 10 people familiar with the Wrigleyville neighborhood on Chicago's North Side to point out its borders on a map and you'll probably get 10 different answers. Irving Park Road or Grace Street to the north. Newport or Cornelia to the south. Sheffield or Fremont or Halsted to the east. Southport or Racine or Ashland to the west. Go figure. But everybody agrees that Wrigleyville is a popular year-round destination for locals and tourists who enjoy what the area around Clark and Addison has to offer--restaurants, bars, entertainment venues, souvenir stalls and gift shops--whether the hometown favorite Chicago Cubs are playing or not. Established in 1914, Wrigley Field is the centerpiece and namesake of this former working-class neighborhood. Today, it is a tourist hub that swells with activity during Cubs home games. It is densely populated with lively sports bars and cool pubs. Baseball-themed gift shops line Sheffield, Addison and Clark Streets. Iconic Metro, a 1,000-seat music hall which opened in 1982, has hosted shows by Bob Dylan, Nirvana, R.E.M. and Kanye West. Outside Wrigley Field is open-air Gallagher Way, a popular gathering place for neighbors, locals and visitors all year long. It hosts farmer markets, outdoor concerts and film screenings. When the Cubs play at home, fans without tickets watch the game on a large screen in Gallagher Way. Suggestion: If you are going to a game, take the Addison Street or Clark Street bus. Don't try to drive and park. During the offseason, arrange to tour the stadium and learn by Wrigley Field's storied past. Or go to the Music Box Theatre, which opened in 1929 and is the city's premier cinema for independent movies, documentaries, foreign films and adult classics. And you can buy a bag of popcorn with real butter. The atmosphere during the games is always exciting, especially if you sit in the bleachers or the rooftops, but fans experience even more fun after the last pitch when they gather at one of Wrigleyville's restaurants or bars. Favorites include Murphy's Bleachers, the favorite watering hole of tried-and-true Cubs fans, the Cubby Bear, GMan Tavern and Nisei Lounge, which opened in 1951 and is the oldest bar in Wrigleyville. Other popular venues include Byron's Hot Dogs, Lucky's Sandwich Company, Lowcountry, Cozy Noodles & Rice, Uncommon Ground, Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern, Sluggers, Shake Shack, Mordecai, Smoke Daddy BBQ, Big Star Wrigleyville, Bernie's Tap & Grill, Goose Island, Rockit Burger Bar and Guthrie's Tavern. In Wrigleyville, the game is a bonus.

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