Map 9 • South Loop / South Michigan Ave image

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South Loop / South Michigan Ave

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Map 9

Built atop the rubble of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, Grant Park is now affectionately known as Chicago’s front yard. Ring the doorbell for a spectacular view, no matter where you turn: the skyline to the north, Lake Michigan to the east, Museum Campus to the south, or the gardens of the park itself.

image Landmarks

• Agora • S Michigan Ave & E Roosevelt Rd

If you’ve ever wanted to see 106 headless metal people, here’s where you can.

• Buckingham Fountain • 500 S Columbus Dr

312-742-7529

Built of pink marble; inspired by Versailles.

• Columbia College • 600 S Michigan Ave

312-369-1000

Private arts school known for film, TV, and fiction programs.

• Hilton Chicago • 720 S Michigan Ave

312-922-4400

Check out the frescoes in the lobby; sneak a kiss in the palatial ballroom.

• Johnson Publishing Headquarters •

200 S Michigan Ave

312-322-9200

Largest African American-owned publishing company, home of Ebony and Jet magazines.

• Shedd Aquarium • 1200 S Lake Shore Dr

312-692-2723

Marine and freshwater creatures from around the world are on view in this 1929 Classical Greek-inspired Beaux Arts structure.

• Spirit of Music Garden • 601 S Michigan Ave

Where the city struts during Chicago SummerDance.

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• Yolk • 1120 S Michigan Ave

312-789-9655 • $$

Bright, clean brunch spot with eggs o’ plenty.

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• The Spertus Shop • 610 S Michigan Ave

312-322-1740

Unique Hanukkah gifts include yiddishwear and the Moses action figure.