Housed in a stunning 1900 Greek Revival, PBHA has a long and outstanding history of philanthropic programs and associations. Read more.
This 3,150 ft bridge opened on July 15, 1909 and spans across the Cumberland River. It was reopened as one of the largest pedestrian bridges in the world on Aug 3rd 2003.
This B&B was built in 1910 by George Brumder, Sr., who made his fortune in German language publishing. Guests have reported paranormal activity in the Gold Room.
This is the place to tweet and be seen. Their meaty lunch menu includes terrines, ham, sea bass and steak, but the most popular entree is the lamb burger ($17). Read more.
This is the kind of store you head to with giddy expectation, knowing you’ll score something amazing. Perusing the off-the-wall knickknacks from the ’50s through the ’80s is a thrilling adventure. Read more.
Built in 1744, Holden Chapel has served as a place of worship, a storeroom, a chem lab, classrooms, barracks, and a choral rehearsal space.
Visit the Absolute Flowers & Home store in Little Venice, whose luxurious, bespoke flower arrangements never fail to give that extra touch to an event or dinner.
This place has everything from fresh flowers, to bread, fish, meat, veggies, fruit. It’s a great place to stock up and spend the day. - Nikki
The oldest public arboretum in America, this is a respected research institution and a beautiful public space. Explore their collections, take a tour or just enjoy the beautiful landscape! Read more.
The vibe changes every year at this rooftop bar atop the Met. This season, check out the Starn brothers' labyrinthine bamboo installation: a sculpture you can climb—if you buy a ticket and wear flats. Read more.
TransLink's Lost and Found is located in Stadium SkyTrain station. It's open from 8:30 to 5 every weekday, and seriously, they really might have your lost stuff! Read more.
The largest East-Asian research library in the Western hemisphere, originating as early as 1879, it now houses collections from numerous Asian nations and cultures ranging from Tibet to Vietnam. Read more.
The theater was built in 1928 after the original Opera house burned down in 1923. The new Orpheum is said to be haunted by a girl named Mary who died in 1921. She is rumored to occupy seat C-5
Free wifi, good coffee drinks (flan latte!), ample seating, and late opening hours. Also, the proceeds go to a farming community in the Dominican Republic. Read more.
Recommended: Salad of greens, herbs and citrus; lentil dal; radishes; tacos de cabeza. The passion fruit crème caramel is a perfectly poised dessert. Read more.
Visit the Poster Room upstairs for a visual history lesson of artists who have played The Fillmore
The macarons here are some of the best in town – get them without sitting through a three-figure tasting menu by special ordering six ($15) or a dozen ($25) to go. Read more.
Palatine, IL: The weirdest thing to hit funeral parlors since Six Feet Under, this one has a horror-themed mini golf course in the basement. -IFC Viewer Read more.
There are fantastic musical, comedy (every Tues at 8:30; free!), and reading events, plus a little-known, but great, used-record selection.
Can't decide which cocktail to order? Ask for a surprise tasting of four mini cocktails for $20.
Once a symbol of urban blight, this century-old gothic school building has been transformed into 75 condominiums, including 55 to be sold at competitive market rates. Read more.
Get a history lesson on possibly the world's most famous beverage -- and sample Coca-Cola products from around the globe! Kids will love it...
SD: This place has a FlowRider wave machine and plenty of surfers willing to brave its break. The uninitiated will never know the inner peace that an endless stream of wipeouts can provide. -IFC Staff
V.O.D.’s owners are on a mission to stock cool, notoriously tricky-to-find labels, like Isabel Marant, Elise Overland, and Jeremy Laing. There’s some glam big-name vintage thrown into the mix, too. Read more.
You can't miss Corso Como 10, a concept store that is about refined fashion. An experience that goes from shopping (you can find our collection brand there) to a good drink, or dinner.
When to go: If you're looking to linger with a cocktail, stick to the weeknights: On the weekends, Lincoln Parkers invade. Read more.
Great place to study, walk your dog, picnic, or try your hand at Disc Golf (a favorite outing for many Aggies).
