2 granite blocks mark the former spot of the Illinois Central Depot, or the Black Ellis Island, where thousands of southern African Americans arrived to start new lives in Chicago - the Promised Land. Mehr erfahren.
Although British writer Nick Hornby originally set the novel "High Fidelity" in London, the film was set in Chicago at this and other locations. Mehr erfahren.
In "The Dark Knight" (2008), Batman chases the gangster Maroni through a huge dance club, in scenes shot in Sound Bar. Mehr erfahren.
The building now houses the Blues Heaven Foundation, begun by blues legend Willie Dixon to promote blues history and support working musicians. Stop in for a tour to experience the history yourself. Mehr erfahren.
For about 10 years, the Fireside hosted popular all-ages punk and rock shows, before being converted back into a bowling alley. Mehr erfahren.
The Joffrey Ballet, which appeared at the Auditorium in scenes shot for "The Company" (2003) is the first and only dance company to appear on the cover of Time Magazine. Mehr erfahren.
Did you know? Outside of housing recreational facilities the Pier has been the home to, at various points in its history, a university, an emergency hospital, Naval training facilities, and a library. Mehr erfahren.
The interior of Nate's Deli (now closed), was replicated on a Hollywood Set for Aretha Franklin's scenes in "The Blues Brothers" (1980). Mehr erfahren.
Feeling hungry? Consider a visit to the nearby Billy Goat Tavern (430 N. Michigan, on the Lower Level), or to the many al fresco establishments located along Chicago's River Walk. Mehr erfahren.
The University boasts 85 Nobel Prize winners. Mingle with current & future prize winners at Jimmy's Woodlawn Tap (1172 E. 55th St.) or one of the Hyde Park's many coffee shops and bookstores. Mehr erfahren.
Go to the southwest corner of Clark St. & Foster Ave. and look up! The largest Swedish flag in Andersonville is painted on a water tower, a common sight in Chicago neighborhoods.
Lower Wacker Drive has been featured in many action-packed chase scenes in movies like The Blues Brothers (1980), Batman Begins (2005), The Dark Knight (2008), and Wanted (2008). Mehr erfahren.
Order does matter when topping a Chicago-style dog: yellow mustard, green relish, onions, tomato wedges, pickles, sport peppers and celery salt. Only then do you taste each ingredient in every bite! Mehr erfahren.
In "The Blues Brothers" (1980), Jake and Elwood's ultimate destination is the Cook County Assessor's Office in the City Hall-County Building, just west of the Daley Center. Mehr erfahren.
When not being used to store bat gear, McCormick Places hosts a number of annual conventions, as well as popular events like The Chicago Auto Show. Mehr erfahren.
Chef Charlie Trotter makes a cameo appearance in the film "My Best Friend's Wedding" (1997). Mehr erfahren.
In "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" (1986), Matthew Broderick and friends cut school to visit the Skydeck, pressing their foreheads against the glass to get a good look down. Mehr erfahren.
Vienna Beef’s frankfurters were first served at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition and are most commonly found in classic Chicago-style dogs. They have been called “the Rolls Royce of hot dogs”. Mehr erfahren.
Soak up some of the U of Chicago's ambiance at The Classics Café, located on the second floor of the Classics Building in the Main Quad, or in the Reynolds Center. Both are open to the public. Mehr erfahren.
Blues singer & guitarist John Lee Hooker was filmed live singing "Boom, Boom" in the middle of the bustling Maxwell Street Market, outside of Nate's Deli (formerly at 807 W. Maxwell St, now closed). Mehr erfahren.
At 110 stories high, the Willis Tower is the tallest building in the United States and the fifth-tallest freestanding structure in the world. Mehr erfahren.
Gold Coast Dogs splits the ends of their hot dogs before char-grilling them to crispy perfection, giving a unique blooming flower-petal look to their otherwise classic Chicago style dog. Mehr erfahren.
The Joffrey Ballet, which appeared at the Auditorium in scenes shot for "The Company" (2003), was the first American dance company to appear on TV, and the first to visit Russia. Mehr erfahren.
The Art Institute of Chicago has one of the largest and most extensive collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings in the world. Mehr erfahren.
For a printable map & detailed guide to Andersonville, visit: http://bit.ly/andersonville Mehr erfahren.
Interior scenes set at Championship Vinyl in the film "High Fidelity" (2000) were shot in a vacant grocery several blocks away. Mehr erfahren.
The South Shore Cultural Center (formerly the South Shore Country Club) was recognized as a Chicago Landmark in 2004 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Mehr erfahren.
The Trump Tower is 92 stories tall, measuring 1,389 feet (423 m) including its spire. Mehr erfahren.
Opened in 1898, The Berghoff serves German American fare, and is one of the oldest restaurants in the city. Mehr erfahren.
Opening scenes in "The Dark Knight" (2008), which depict the Joker (Heath Ledger) and his clown henchmen robbing Gotham National Bank, were shot in the Old Chicago Post Office. Mehr erfahren.
