I'm heading to Chicago for my birthday this weekend with my girlfriend. I haven't been there in about 8 years and it was with a pack of buddies. What I am wondering is what are some cool things to see other than Sears Tower and the aquarium. Also, I have heard mixed thoughts on the "L" and it's safety in the after hours. My girlfriend and I are flying out there and won't have a car so this is something we are planning on using in the evening/night. Thanks for the help in advance guys.
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Navy Pier is a good destination, lots to do there.

Too bad the Blackhawks don't play, she could treat you to a game.

The L is relatively safe when there is a man in the group, and you just keep to yourselves.
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Museum of Science and Industry (with an entire german sub) or if you like Dinos there's the Field museum, but I'm guessing since no car you might cab it to them, still something to do.
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That makes me wanna go to Chicago never. Boston's Public transport is safer than that lol
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Yeah, they are a little gentler in Boston. Pinkies up. :-)
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Pffft yea ok.

Maybe it's safe when you're around, I've seen those pipes.
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We're staying in Oak Park which I've heard is nice and right by the Wright museum which I'm excited for. I also though about a Blackhawks game but figured I wouldn't be able to get tickets anyway. Also I really wish I could hit a nice B&M with a couple of you guys but I don't think I could talk the lady into that unfortunately
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I'm out of town this weekend or I already would have suggested a meet-up, Pete.

Oak Park is nice, just stay stay away from Austin at I290. :-)
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You don't go through roxbury much do you :-)

This is all you need to know about asking for directions in Chicago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRJnEbt89w8
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Haha roxbury isn't that bad anymore like it used to be.
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Man crush.:-)
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Jealousy :-)
Sorry, done being off topic.
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I was there a few years ago and went to UpDown Cigars in Old Town. Small, but a nice place.
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If you like beer, try Haymarket Pub and Brewery, lots of good beers to be had and the food is pretty good too. :-)
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Goose Island Brewpub is another good one for beer lovers....

http://www.gooseisland.com/pages/cly...brewpub/65.php
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There is a ton of stuff to do in your area. Just in Oak Park alone, they have a Frank Lloyd Wright house and studio tour throughout the day and tours of the Unity Temple, both of which are national landmarks and defining of the Prarie Style of architecture. If you get on a Wright kick, go tour the Rookery downtown on LaSalle or the Robie House near UoC. If you hit the Rookery, visit Jack Schawrz Importers at 141 W. Jackson on the 1st floor.

Take her to the former Sears Tower (now the Willis Tower), hit the 101st floor and go out on the glasswalks for a picture that will last a lifetime. Just dont look down!

Take the train to the Chicago Loop and spend the day on Michigan Avenue. Visit Heaven on Seven for lunch (one of my faves) or Bandera on Michigan.

You really cant miss in Chicago - tell us more of your interests and we will get you there.

As for train safety, Scott II rule #1 for taking the CTA anywhere is to make sure you get on the RIGHT train! Study the maps! If you end up late drinking downtown, take a cab - it will run $20-$40 to Oak Park, but they are safe and ubiquitous.
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