Read about 20 Chicago neighborhoods!

1. 20CHICAGO
NEIGHBORHOODS TO KNOW

2. Rogers Park
Sitting supreme at the tip top
of Chicago, Roger’s Park
lays claim to beautiful
beaches along Lake Michigan.
So what if the purple line zips
through? Roger’s Park’s
artery is the red line, keeping
the northernmost
neighborhood in the loop. This
super-walkable, dogfriendly
neighborhood is perfect for a
low key weekend
of walking on the beach and
leafing through books in
the bookstore on Sheridan.

3. EDGE-
WATER
Edgewater’s high rises make it
look like a city in itself. Come for
the beaches, stay for the coffee
shops and restaurants. At the
tip of Lake Shore Drive, one of
Edgewater’s defining buildings
is the pastel pink Edgewater
Beach Hotel (now apartments).
Moving away from the lakefront,
Edgewater is home to many
tree-lined residential streets. If
you crave the fast-paced Loop
on occasion, hop on the red line
and be there in 25 minutes.
But coming home to Edgewater
offers the peace and quiet any
Chicagoan needs to recharge.

4. This diverse north side
neighborhood is one of Chicago’s
most popular. Clark Street is home
to a strip of exciting locally-grown
restaurants. The Swedish
American Museum is a popular
landmark and tourist destination.
Redfin claims Andersonville
is the 7th hottest neighborhood for
2015. This title comes
because of the sense of community.
With lots of festivals and
events to choose from, this little
neighborhood feels like its
own village within the Second City.
ANDERSONVILLE

5. RAVENENSWOOD
“It’s like a suburb within the city.” Ravenswood can stand
alone as a great small town. The neighborhood is a haven
for artists and dog lovers. Winnemac Park plays host to
Little League games and frisbee tournaments among
friends. The stores along Damen are sure to please any
shopper. With the city just a ride on the brown line away,
Ravenswood is commuter friendly and a great getaway
from the sometimes chaotic downtown area.

6. LINCOLN
SQUARE
Heavily influenced by German
heritage, Lincoln Square has old
world charm and modern
attractions like a record store and
magic shop. The neighborhood is
perhaps best known for the Old
Town School of Folk Music on
Lincoln Avenue. The school has
classes, concerts and a shop. This is
the perfect neighborhood to visit for
an afternoon. Just under 3 square
miles, Lincoln Square has so many
unique shopping, dining and
drinking options.

7. LAKEVIEW
Arguably the most popular
neighborhood for living, hanging
out and generally being. Lakeview
knows no enemies. Right up
against Lake Michigan and far
enough away from downtown
to see the stars, Lakeview is a
popular choice for living, eating,
shopping and doing just about
anything. With amazing public
transportation and a mix of high
rise living and vintage walkups,
you can’t go wrong in Lakeview.

8. WRIGLEYVILE
A neighborhood built Wrigley Field! for Cubs fans. This
little neighborhood tucked neatly in Lakeview has Wrigley
Field at its heart...and pretty much everywhere else. You
cannot escape Cubs memorabilia and themed bars and
restaurants. White Sox fans need not apply. Even if living
so near the stadium doesn’t appeal, a night in Wrigleyville
never hurt anyone. The camaraderie is unmatched. So pull
up a chair and order a pint, let’s watch the Cubs...do what
they can.

9. ROSCOE VILLAGE
No official city map recognizes Roscoe Village as its
own neighborhood. It’s lumped in with North Center
and sometimes Lakeview. But this area is home to
plenty of people who set themselves apart. With
little bars and tree-lined streets, Roscoe Village
seems like a hangout and dog walking capital of
Chicago. The neighborhood has a strong sense
of community, often organizing events and local
environmental clean ups.

10. With its restored mansions and greystone houses,
Logan Square is the perfect place to call home.
Great, diverse food and an unbeatable art scene
draw tastemakers. Music festivals and showcases
draw crowds. There’s always something to do in this
upand-coming neighborhood. Logan Square’s
proximity to the Loop makes it an ideal place to
grow roots.
LOGAN SQUARE

11. LINCOLN PARK
It’s no wonder this neighborhood’s motto is “City in a Garden.”
This area boasts some of the most beautifully-landscaped
gardens in the city. With plenty of local boutiques and highend
retailers, this neighborhood is great for shopping. But if the
outdoors is more your speed, Lincoln Park has what you need.
The Lincoln Park Zoo and beautiful beaches are the perfect
way to spend a day in Lincoln Park. And as one of the most
populated neighborhoods, many Chicagoans agree it’s a great
place to live as well.

12. BUCKTOWN
Technically speaking, Bucktown is within the Logan Square
called bucks.) neighborhood. But this little area nestled
against the Chicago River has its own feel. With tons of
galleries, this neighborhood is an artist’s haven. Book and
comic stores are filled with the eclectic and eccentric. The
nightlife scene is not to be missed. Bucktown’s architecture is
a site to be seen. And new buildings try not to stick out,
giving this neighborhood a traditional feel (but only in an
architectural sense).

13. One of Chicago’s most famous neighborhoods,Wicker Park
delivers an experience like no other. From its many thrift
stores to gourmet donuts, this neighborhood provides a
unique experience. Sitting north west of the Loop,
Wicker Park is home to many artists and musicians. The
neighborhood has a multitude of new properties and restored
older homes, giving it a varied feel. Forbes called Wicker
Park one of the top 10 hottest neighborhoods in the country
in 2012 and no one’s speaking out against that claim.
WICKER
PARK

14. OLDTOWN
Old Town is a resilient neighborhood. One of few neighborhoods
where buildings pre-dating the Great Chicago Fire still stand.
Celebrated for its architecture and affluence, Old Town is a
great place to go for a stroll and check out the Victorian Era-
style buildings and Triangle District, which is a Chicago
landmark. Also well-known for Second City, Chicago’s famous
comedy club, Old Town juxtaposes its fancy architecture with a
killer sense of humor.

15. PREMIM COFFEE
GOLD COAST
If any Chicago neighborhood were literally paved in gold, it
would be Gold Coast.This neighborhood is home to beautifully
constructed mansions and Chicago’s finest designer shopping
experiences. With beautiful flowers and trees on every block, it
doesn’t feel as hustled and bustled as The Loop but provides
enough shopping and activity to still feel like you’re in the city.

16. RIVER
NORTH
Though it used to be largely industrial, today’s River
North is glamorous. Home to many art galleries, night
clubs and highend furniture stores, River North attracts
those with taste. By day the neighborhood plays host to
many 9 to 5ers, but by night the lights come on, the drinks
flow and spirits are high.

17. STREETERVILLE
Streeterville is a vacationer’s dream. Brunch spots, Navy Pier,
shopping, this neighborhood almost feels as if its constantly
sunny. With said shopping and Chicago’s Museum of Modern
Art, you could easily spend a day here and not get bored.
Highrise living beckons people downtown and provides
beautiful city and Lake Michigan views that are unrivaled.

18. WEST LOOP
The West Loop encapsulates many other Chicago
neighborhoods like Little Italy and Greektown. The
neighborhood’s past isn’t the happiest; the Chicago fire
started here. But today the West Loop thrives. Home
to the University of Illinois at Chicago and the United
Center, where the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks play.

19. THE LOOP
The Loop IS Chicago. With everything you could ever
dream of, there’s no reason to leave. Depicted in
countless movies and home to iconic companies,
theaters, restaurants and shopping, Chicago’s
downtown is famous. A constant stream of tour buses,
helicopters and boats prove that fact. Soak in the culture
and architecture.

20. PRINTER'S ROW
Formally one of the midwest’s largest printing centers,
Printer’s Row is now home to many retail shops, restaurants
and loftapartments. Dearborn Street Station was one of the
original six train stations in Chicago. The station is on the
National Register of Historic Places.

21. SOUTH
LOOP
Much of the eastern side of the South Loop is dominated by
the Museum Campus, home to Shedd Aquarium, The Field
Museum and Adler Planetarium. South Loop is also home to
Soldier Field where the Chicago Bears play. With many high-
rise apartment buildings and loft-style living many people call
the South Loop home. With magnificant views, you can’t go
wrong