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Little Goat Diner
Lakefront trail, Field Museum, architecture boat tour
Hometown Shoot in June
Photo Shoot Location: North Avenue Beach & Lincoln Park
Sushi San! We went there after the proposal. Food, drink, and staff were all phenomenal.
Architecture tour, Second City improv, and Old Town Ale House
Pequod's for authentic Chicago deep dish pizza
Millennium Park
Get the Ventra card for public transportation - it's fast and easy, and makes you feel like a local
Visited Chicago in March
Photo Shoot Location: The Bean at Millennium Park
We love the Gold Coast, and also enjoyed a delicious dinner at Mastro’s steakhouse and drinks with a fabulous atmosphere at RPM Italian.
Visited Chicago in February
Photo Shoot Location: Chicago Riverwalk
Adam in Chicago for Flytographer
Ann Sather and Firecakes Donuts are highly recommended! The architecture boat tour is also a great way to see the city!
Visited Chicago in February
Photo Shoot Location: The Bean at Millennium Park
Jackets and boots for the winter! Not only do you need them, they look great too :) And if you don’t have them, buy some from Chicago! This city knows its winter fashion.
Take an architectural river tour!
Visit Chicago around the Holidays- Yes, it is a tad cold. BUT the hotels were rather inexpensive and the Wrigleyville Christmas Bars were absolutely perfection!
Eat and see and do all the things!
Visited Chicago in November
Photo Shoot Location: The Magnificant Mile & Chicago Riverwalk
Michael in Chicago for Flytographer
Be aware that you will have to walk a lot if you want to explore all the city.
Chicago is an incredibly walkable city! I love that even with the stroller I was able to get anywhere I need to go on foot. And for the rare attractions that were a bit further afield, the transit system was great!
Sunday brunch at the Peninsula, Hamilton, and aptitude resting at the Johnson O’Connor research center.
Don't be afraid of public transportation. It's easy, convenient, and pretty quick! Get the Ventra card for easy, unlimited stops.
Visited Chicago in November
Photo Shoot Location: North Avenue Beach
Michael in Chicago for Flytographer
Weekdays at the museum's meant less crowds and more space for my toddlers to roam.
Visited Chicago in October
Photo Shoot Location: The Bean at Millennium Park
Make sure to take the Architectural Tour from the Architectural Institute. It'll give you an appreciate for the city and the rest of your trip that is unparalleled!
Levantarse temprano a conocer los lugares mas importantes como TheBean y otros lugares turisticos para que puedan disfrutarlo sin tanto turista y poder tomar unas fotos increibles.
Visited Chicago in August
Photo Shoot Location: Millennium Park & Chicago Riverwalk
You MUST have breakfast at Yolk! Hands-down, it serves THE best breakfast in the city. Be warned...Sundays the wait can be long but its worth it!
A must visit is the road near the planetarium or aquarium. The sidewalk next to the lake has the best view of the city from across the lake. The view of the skyline with the blue of the lake is spectacular.
We absolutely love this city! Try everything! :)
Visited Chicago in August
Definitely have to do a helicopter tour and boat ride down the Riverwalk.
Visited Chicago in October
Photo Shoot Location: Chicago Riverwalk
You must put your feet in Lake Michigan! Try the deep dish pizza! The people in Chicago are friendly. They say hello while out walking!
Visited Chicago in July
Photo Shoot Location: Millennium Park & Chicago Riverwalk
Michael in Chicago for Flytographer
Get photographs in places that aren't as popular, but still look great on camera!
December may be cold in Chicago... but it's actually a really special time to visit! Many of the stores along the Magnificent Mile are all decorated for Christmas. We visited Santa at Macy's, went ice skating at Millennium Park, and saw the miniature rooms at the Art Institute all decorated for the holidays.
Visited Chicago in December
Photo Shoot Location: The Magnificant Mile & Chicago Riverwalk
Michael in Chicago for Flytographer
Favourite Restaurant: Girl and the Goat, Lou Malnati's Favourite Donuts: Glazed and Infused - the Nutella Long John is amazing!
Our photographer, Francisco, was wonderful! He was very easy to work with. He listened to what We wanted for our photos. We had great conversations. I highly recommend choosing him for Chicago.
Visited Chicago in November
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