Will probably not get shot in Oak Park (my home town) and will certainly not get shot in very affluent River Forest immediately to the west, but other than that your map is pretty accurate.

Just watch out because there’s a rapist in Lincoln Park. He’s climbing in windows and snatching yo people up.

Is rapist male or female? If female, let me know. We have flights arranged, hotel booked, and Cubs game nailed down so far. Staying at Embassy Suites, Magnificent Mile and gonna watch the Cardinals vs Cubs on Sept 24. rj.....I took your advice on seating. We're 10 rows from field between 1B and RF. Gotta figure out where to take the bride to eat, next. If I can't please her any other way, it's always a home run when taking her to swanky restaurants.

I for one am looking forward to hearing about your trip-
I hope you and Mrs. Poke have a great adventure-

so true

Rossi's best dive bar downtown, I believe is cash only. Take the architectural boat tour while enjoying a bloody mary.

Dang.....maybe we need to rethink?

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crim...ght/ar-AAMc5Gh?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531

Hyde Park is in the South Side, i.e., the belly of the beast. Reminded me that when growing up in the Chicago area I learned to never pull up close behind the car in front of me at a stop light - always try to leave some maneuvering room in case of a carjacking attempt.

I was born in Chicago and most of my family is still there. I have taken many wife and kids to Chicago many times. Here are some tips in no particular order:

1. Pizza - Giordano's or Lou Malnati's (everyone has their favorite - think Coke vs Pepsi). The pizzas take a while to cook and fill you up fast, so be careful with how much you order or you will leave with a big doggie bag. I believe there are more Giordano's, including a block from Willis Tower.

2. City Pass
Includes admission to 5 attractions for one price. And, if you buy online, they offer discounts. Much cheaper than paying at the door for each.

a. Shedd Aquarium (great aquarium on the lake front)
b. Willis Tower Skydeck (formerly Sears Tower) Skydeck - They open at 9am, get in line by 8:30am or you will wait in LONG lines in confined spaces
c. Field Museum (great museum next to the Aquarium and across the street from Soldier Field)

and 2 of these 3:
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Museum of Science and Industry (Cool but not in a great part of town, so take uber or cab)
- 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

3. Wrigley Field - even if not a Cubs fan, its a must go. The park can be reached via the Red Line of the "L" trains. Travelling with a bunch of Cubs fans on he train and you won't be in much danger (as long as you are not wearing White Sox apparel). Lots of stores, vendors, bars, statues outside of the park. Take a photo in front of the red marquee in front of the park before the game.

4. Architectural river boat tour - Is very informative

5. Hot Dogs - get one and top it Chicago-style, including the pickle

6. Soldier Field tour - I haven't done it, but heard it is good

7. Navy Pier - It is ok, more of place for families to bring kids. Best part is boat ride on Lake Michigan at night

8. White Sox game = pass

9. You can charter a Lake Michigan fishing trip out of downtown Chicago. Some offer "no fish, no pay".

10. Italian beef sandwich and chocolate cake from Portillo's

I recommend I-55 southbound

I’ve done wrigley and comisky (new), navy pier, the river tour (on an absolutely perfect weather day), numerous top end restaurants. Just watch where you go

I like you, too, bruh.....

There's some excellent suggestions y'all have given and I appreciate them. I am coordinating all of our trip so brownie points may be in store thanks to the TFF. You know what that leads to... You guys always come through.

I heard that Chicago has a really funny clown for a mayor.

At least in September the bullet proof vest won't be too hot......

“Mayor Beetlejuice”