Top Things to do in Chicago's North Shore
Top Hotels in Chicago's North Shore
- 1. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-North Shore/Skokie
- 2. Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
- 3. Graduate Evanston
- 4. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
- 5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago - North Shore Conference Center
- 6. Residence Inn Chicago Wilmette/Skokie
- 7. Courtyard Chicago Glenview/Northbrook
- 8. Hilton Orrington/Evanston
- 9. Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel
- 10. The Glen Club
What to do and see in Chicago's North Shore, Chicago's North Shore: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Chicago's North Shore, United States including Chicago Illinois Temple, Northwestern University, Baha'i House of Worship, Grosse Point Lighthouse, Historic Wagner Farm, The Grove, Memorial Park Cemetery, Welsh-Ryan Arena, Ryan Field, Keay Nature Center.
Restaurants in Chicago's North Shore
1. Chicago Illinois Temple
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Northwestern University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 382 reviews
Reviewed By ChenEvelyn
A gorgeous and safe campus with amazing beaches and water views to boot! Have some of the best students and top professors in the world.
3. Baha'i House of Worship
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 463 reviews
A special mix of quartz and white cement was developed for the intricate ornamentation on the nine-sided, domed structure.
Reviewed By suuubeee999
An oasis of quiet for prayer and meditation in the temple; friendly volunteer guides, displays, brief videos and a non-pressure bookstore in the Welcome Center.
4. Grosse Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By O6378WFannag - Park Ridge, United States
Gorgeous location. Right on the Michigan Lake. Parking you can find at the nearby park. And you can go to the nearby beach . Check website for out of season visiting hours ( if any).
5. Historic Wagner Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By illinoistravelere
Wagner's has become a full-time working farm again during these COVID 19 days. The buildings and grounds are closed to the public until further notice, but staff is operating the farm -- caring for the sheep, hogs, cows, horses, chickens, etc., and planting corn and potatoes (thankfully finished before the recent heavy rains). The annual Dairy Breakfast and Stock Show (June 13) has been cancelled and the new playscape...farm-themed play equipment...will be back on schedule soon. There is no start date announced yet for the Farmers Market. Wagner's was saved in the late '90s by an advocacy group, C.O.W.S. (Citizens Organized for Wagner's) and is a fabulous educational/recreational site. The nineteen-acre farm has returned to its agricultural roots and is already donating its egg production to a local food bank. It plans to donate and sell fruits and vegetables as they are harvested. We all look forward to visiting Historic Wagner Farm.
6. The Grove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By evelync627 - Glenview, United States
You get to see the Redfield estate and view the collection of turtles, fish and the opossum the staff saved. There used to be a holiday sale but sadly, no more.
7. Memorial Park Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Memorial Park Cemetery distinguishes itself from other cemeteries with floral arrangements and plantings that make it a peaceful place to visit. Our lagoons provide a sanctuary for swans and ducks that add to the beauty of the park. The lovely cremation garden located in the west portion of the park impresses visitors with a story of life. Our broad lawns are artistically landscaped with an abundance of magnificent shrubbery, evergreens and flowers that make it a place where one may meditate, reflect and worship. The Memorial Park Mausoleum and columbarium exhibits beautiful stained glass windows complimented by marble wall and floors from many parts of the world. The main chapel and Chapel of Peace display ceilings that are hand painted and stain glass windows that lend to the atmosphere of quiet dignity and beauty. Also, located on the grounds is a functional greenhouse that provides many of the flowers for the plantings throughout the park. The Memorial Park Greenhouse displays a variety of planting selections and winter decorations that add to the beauty of individual family spaces. Weekly floral bouquets are also available for purchase that can be placed anywhere in the cemetery. The staff at Memorial Park is knowledgeable and has many years of experience to assist families with preneed and immediate need arrangements. Memorial Park Cemetery is open 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Please contact us if you need immediate assistance, or if you would like more information about our services.
8. Welsh-Ryan Arena
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 14 reviews
9. Ryan Field
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By R2647ATmaryk
Northwestern is an amazing school with a great tradition. Beautiful football weather and a great team made our day extra fun!
10. Keay Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By illinoistravelere
This nature learning center features about one-half mile of six-foot-wide paths and nature trails, a shallow pond, a rustic wooden foot bridge, and a man-made waterfall. There are three laminated trail guides at the entrance. I always have disinfecting wipes with me these days, so I was able to clean my guide before and after I used it. It is meant to be carried with you and covers the wide variety of trees, shrubs, wildflowers and native Illinois grasses found at the center. Most of the trees are labeled with species, date and dedication, if any. There are also bicycle racks, bird feeders (filled with suet and seed from fall till late spring), viewing areas and photo blinds. The small parking lot has eleven spaces and two handicapped spaces -- a high percentage because the center was built to accommodate the special needs of the disabled. On this visit I chatted with a working landscape painter who comes to Keay five or six times a year to capture the changing seasons. I also saw young families, a strolling elderly couple, and helmeted kids on scooters enjoying the center. It truly has something for everyone. See my earlier review (June, 2014) for more details.
