The Chicago Riverwalk – A Stunning Waterfront Oasis!

Chicago Riverwalk

After enjoying the sights at Millennium Park and getting some mandatory pictures at The Bean, we headed to the Chicago Riverwalk.

The Chicago Riverwalk is a 1.25-mile-long path located on the south bank of the Chicago River. The pedestrian-friendly riverwalk stretches from Lake Michigan to Lake Street and it is free to the public (current hours are 6 am – 11 pm). A true waterfront oasis, Chicago’s Riverwalk offers so much to do, from simply enjoying waterfront views, to boat tours, to dining al fresco at top-notch restaurants, your options are almost limitless!

Experiences On The Chicago Riverwalk You Don’t Want To Miss!

There is so much to see and do on The Riverwalk, it can almost be overwhelming! To help you navigate and make the most of your time, I’ve put together a list of all the top activities I think you should try and experience on The Chicago Riverwalk. I’d love to hear if there are any of your favorite activities I may have missed!

• Food & Drinks On The Chicago Riverwalk – The Riverwalk is the perfect place to grab dinner al fresco and sip wine right on the riverfront. There are so many great restaurants and breweries to choose from on the Riverwalk. We dined at River Roast for lunch and it was phenomenal! The cuisine options are almost limitless on The Riverwalk! Choose from pizza (of course), Italian, fine dining, casual concepts, and tons of breweries. You won’t be disappointed by the food selections on The Riverwalk!
• Chicago Riverwalk Boat Tours – Sadly, I did not take a boat tour while I was on the Riverwalk. I did, however, enjoy watching the tour boats passing along the walking paths!
• Kayaking – For such a big city, Chicago has a large number of outdoor spaces and recreation options and I was pleased to see kayaking available right on the Chicago River! Head to my IG page to see photos of kayaking on the Chicago Riverwalk!
• Public Art – Everywhere you turn on The Riverwalk there is beautiful public art to see! Bring your camera and be prepared to be inspired by the artwork all around.

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