Sleekly urban, the West side of this energetic neighborhood is home to an array of art galleries and studios tucked in former warehouse buildings. Marvel at the twin corncobs at Marina City and the North Wabash skyscraper. Fuel up with a flat white from one of the many coffee shops in the area before heading to the Chopping Block at theMART for a cooking class. At Art on theMART, take in the world’s largest video projection art installation. In the evening, enjoy the vibrant dining scene offered in East North River before twirling over to Disco to dance the night away on the wall-to-wall LED dancefloor.


When you need a pause, head over to the thoughtfully designed Ward Park, an oasis of green amidst the high-rises. Unwind after a high-octane day with a stroll along the promenade. Replenish further with a hearty meal at steakhouse Erie Café across the road.