Life in Chicago

Nestled in the heart of Museum Campus South, Hyde Park is home to some of the best South side arts and cultural institutions, as well as many ethnic restaurants, family parks, bookstores, coffee shops, and more.

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Chicago has more than 60 fascinating museums, 77 unique neighborhoods, and thousands of acclaimed restaurants, bars, and breweries. Whatever it is you’re looking for, you’ll find there’s no other place like Chicago.

Here's just a taste of what Chicago has to offer:

Endless green space to enjoy

There’s outdoor adventures in every corner of Chicago — walk the Lakefront Trail, dine on the Chicago Riverwalk, or have a picnic in one of our neighborhood parks.

A welcoming community

Chicago is one of the proudest cities in the country. We’re home to a diverse LGBTQ+ community, the world’s first official gay neighborhood, and a full month of Pride celebrations. Come explore our inclusive neighborhoods, bars, and events.

Cultural hub

Chicago’s art flourishes and offers an impressive number of museums, theatres, and fairs for the culturally inclined. The city hosts the world-renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Lyric Opera. The Art Institute of Chicago on Michigan Avenue has the largest collection of French Impressionist paintings outside of France.

Always something to see

The city is home to some of the best off-Broadway theater in the country. Among the best known are Steppenwolf Theater Company and the Goodman Theater, both of which regularly send Chicago-premiered productions to the Broadway stage. The famous Second City improvisational theater group started on the University of Chicago campus.