Things to Do in Streeterville, Chicago

Streeterville is a developed area north of the Chicago River, bordering Lake Michigan. It contains Navy Pier, Ohio Street Beach, and the Chicago Children's Museum.

Navy PierLandmark
Chicago Architecture Center River CruiseBoat Tour
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Top things to do in Streeterville

Navy Pier
★ 4.6 · 87.8k
Landmark★
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 8 PM
Fri
11 AM – 10 PM
Sat
11 AM – 10 PM
Sun
11 AM – 9 PM
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Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise
★ 4.6 · 2.0k
Boat Tour· $$
The architecture cruise runs along the Chicago River past Marina City, Merchandise Mart, Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, Aqua, and newer riverfront towers. The main dock is near Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive.
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 5 PM
Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5 PM
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Chicago Children's Museum
★ 4.6 · 7.0k
Children's Museum· $$$
Family museum on Navy Pier with lots of interactive exhibits, including many for young kids.
Every day
10 AM – 5 PM
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Pier Park
★ 4.6 · 87.6k
Family Entertainment Center
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 8 PM
Fri
11 AM – 10 PM
Sat
11 AM – 10 PM
Sun
11 AM – 9 PM
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Bobby's Bike Hike
★ 4.9 · 2.1k
Walking Tour
is Chicago's top-rated company for seasonal bike tours and year-round walking and food tours and bike rentals. Discover the true pulse of the city on urban adventures that are fun for all ages, interests, and fitness levels. Tours offered…
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MCA Store
★ 4.9 · 140
Specialty Store
Mon
Closed
Tue
10 AM – 9 PM
Wed–Fri
10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5:30 PM
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Museum of Contemporary Art
★ 4.4 · 6.7k
Art Museum
Downtown museum showcasing post-World War II paintings, sculptures, photos, videos & performances.
Mon
Closed
Tue
10 AM – 9 PM
Wed–Fri
10 AM – 5 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Streeterville

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
★ 4.6 · 4.7k
Breakfast· $20–30
Bustling, family-oriented eatery features American breakfasts & lunches in a smart setting.
Every day
7 AM – 2 PM
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Cupitol Coffee & Eatery (Streeterville)
★ 4.6 · 2.4k
Coffee Shop· $10–20
Easygoing bar/eatery serving cafe fare such as sandwiches, salads & baked goods, plus coffee & tea.
Every day
7 AM – 4 PM
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Timothy O'Toole's Pub Chicago
★ 4.4 · 5.8k
Sports Bar· $20–30
Pub with TVs, billiards & a large menu of bar food, with daily food & drink specials.
Mon–Thu
11:30 AM – 2 AM
Fri
11:30 AM – 3 AM
Sat
11 AM – 3 AM
Sun
11 AM – 2 AM
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Beatrix Streeterville
★ 4.7 · 7.5k
American· $20–30
Modern, all-day venue combining an American eatery, wine & cocktail bar & a bakery/cafe.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 9 PM
Sat
8 AM – 9 PM
Sun
8 AM – 8 PM
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Francesca's On Chestnut
★ 4.7 · 3.2k
Italian· $30–80
Classic Italian cuisine & imported wines served in sophisticated surrounds with dark wood paneling.
Mon–Thu
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Fri
11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
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Le Colonial
★ 4.5 · 2.2k
Vietnamese· $100+
Upscale French-Vietnamese fare in a Gold Coast row house with balcony seating & an outdoor patio.
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 10 PM
Fri
12 PM – 11 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 11 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 10 PM
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Yolk - Streeterville
★ 4.4 · 3.9k
Breakfast· $20–30
Cafe chain serving creative breakfast dishes & sandwiches in a cheery, contemporary atmosphere.
Every day
7 AM – 2:30 PM
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Volare Ristorante Italiano
★ 4.6 · 4.1k
Italian· $30–70
Traditional, homestyle Italian cooking in a bustling dining room with an old-world feel.
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CAVA
★ 4.7 · 1.9k
Mediterranean· $10–20
Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.
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