{"id":1287,"date":"2020-07-08T08:00:38","date_gmt":"2020-07-08T13:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=1287"},"modified":"2021-01-29T18:35:27","modified_gmt":"2021-01-30T00:35:27","slug":"a-complete-guide-to-the-chicago-riverwalk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/a-complete-guide-to-the-chicago-riverwalk\/","title":{"rendered":"The Complete Chicago Riverwalk Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Complete Chicago Riverwalk Guide<\/h2>\n

Remember when even the thought of going near the Chicago River was crazy? What a difference a few years can make. Now\u00a0it’s the\u00a0go-to place for people to spend their lunch break<\/a> and even *gasps* kayak through it. Now that the Chicago Riverwalk has been built up and people actually want to go there, we’ve put together a Complete Chicago Riverwalk Guide for you to enjoy.<\/p>\n

The mayor first announced the $100 million Riverwalk<\/a> in 2013, and the massive project has finally reached its full potential. One of the best areas for gathering features a Tiki bar<\/a>, rest areas, fishing, and of course, beautiful views of the water & River North. Portions of the Chicago Riverwalk completed over the past year are separated into different aquatic-themed areas. The Riverwalk now runs all the way from Lake Shore Drive past Franklin to Lake Street.<\/p>\n

The completed Chicago Riverwalk has become a great Chicago attraction and a world-class neighborhood asset. It has already begun to provide a dynamic new commercial space and an uninterrupted route from Lake Street to the lake itself for both pedestrians and cyclists. If you’re curious enough to walk the length of it, peep the full Riverwalk map<\/a> to find treasures along the way.<\/p>\n

Where to Hear Live Music<\/h2>\n
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Island Party Hut<\/a><\/h3>\n

355 Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601<\/strong><\/p>\n

Who wants to leave Chicago during the summer? No one. Island Party Hut on the Chicago Riverwalk makes for the perfect staycation spot. Listen to live island music Thursday through Sunday while sipping a fruity cocktail and playing a game of bags. Soon, you\u2019ll forget Chicago isn\u2019t an island!<\/p>\n

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