Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near The Loop, Chicago

Sharon T. • November 23, 2015Love the CSO! Definitely one of the better orchestras in the US. The space was beautiful and cozy as well.

Kristopher W. • December 10, 2014Beautiful but needs some TLC. Sound is exquisite. Comfy seats. Just a fabulous place to see a show.

Suki H. • August 14, 2013Flashdance: 2 thumbs up, with good 80s music.

Ninah R. • December 11, 2017Nice theater. A little on the smaller side which is nice. Coat check is about $2. Snacks, drinks, wine/champagne available

Elvyra M. • October 12, 2018Very beautiful, nice lighting, very festive. Sounds was good too.

Dana J. • December 28, 2014Well-curated selection of foreign and independent films right next to the Lake red line. Get a membership if you go see a movie at least once a month!

Raveese G. • March 24, 2018Broadway in Chicago is the best!! All great shows that premier in New York comes to perform at this venue. I'm looking forward to seeing a couple of shows this year.

Arlene M. • September 1, 2017Acoustics are the best yet! Must see regardless of cast.

David K. • March 6, 2016Beautiful building and great acoustics. The restaurant between acts is the way to go it's quick, light, and tastes great.

Katie P. • August 16, 2010Definitely worth a stop on Monday (free day)- the exhibits and dioramas are amazing! I did pick up some interesting history adaptations that my Texas textbooks must have "left out." Great place!

Daniel T. • April 10, 2010Thoroughly enjoyed Hephaestus. Great performances, edge of your seat. Loved it.

Lucille F. • January 7, 2018If you have not seen this, go to the Chicago Cultural Center, it’s an architectural gem & this enormous Tiffany dome is awesome. I’ve seen it many times & it never ceases to amaze me.

Mike • October 9, 2015Choose seats that are higher up and centered over seats that are lower and towards the back or sides. Lots of obstructive views here

Tana B. • October 14, 2017Tons of great exhibits and amazing architecture inside - stained glass windows and elaborate decor.

Eric J. • August 17, 2013Awesome statue. Slide down. Lots of fun

Jonathan F. • October 21, 2015Learn about money and see more of it in one place. It is very informative and they even give out shredded money!

Phil W. • September 9, 2018The only one of its kind, this museum shows the inside of the Michigan Ave bridge while tracing the history of the Chicago river from the 17th century to today. Cute, inexpensive, and worth a visit!

Jonathan F. • July 20, 2015A fun museum that is easily missable when in Block 37. It does have surprisingly small floorspace from what you would expect from a museum.

L K. • January 2, 2016So much fun! Great place for a fun experience.

Karen W. • June 28, 2011Fabulous place to shop for unique gifts made by Illinois artisans

Todd B. • April 3, 2017Chicago is an amazing city of outdoor public art Picasso, Calder and this amazing Chagall. Great to visit especially as we celebrate the arrival of spring.

Jeremy G. • August 10, 2010One of the best known designs of Dankmar Adler and Louis Sullivan. Completed in 1889 the building is located on S. Michigan Ave. and Congress Parkway. National historic LM in 1975.

Kaitlin • May 9, 2018Excellent museum for anyone who loves American lit! $12 admission was totally worth it! Kind of small, but you’ll be able to fully enjoy each exhibit!

Yoann D. B. • March 1, 2016Their burgers! Equally as good has Umami's! Big and juicy.

Stacy B. • March 2Wow, this show was incredible! Fun for all ages. Three hours goes by surprisingly quickly. Loved the story, acrobatics, and singing. Food and drinks were not the main attraction but no complaints.

Rachel • November 19, 2014Unique and very large.

Drew L. • April 18, 2013Gorgeous setting with wonderful acoustics. A real gem of a space.

Blunt R. • December 13, 2013Figaro Figaro Fi-Ga-Ro

Kirstjen L. • January 25, 2015Chicago has great public art by artists with international reputations. This is one example of about a dozen sculptures outdoors in the loop.

Alex d. • June 16, 2011Make sure to go around to the back.