Art & Culture in Chicago

Explore the vibrant art and culture scene of Chicago. From museums and hidden galleries to beautiful architecture and street art, our Spotters have discovered the perfect places for every art and culture enthusiast. Visit Argyle Street for its cultural vibe, admire Frank Lloyd Wright's work at the FLW Home & Studio or experience the festive charm of Christkindlmarket Chicago, a traditional German Christmas market. Discover these and many more cultural gems in Chicago.

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Chicago Magic Lounge

Serious magic... & cocktails

"Chicago Magic Lounge" is in a large theater, but here they also do magic right at the bar! I recommend staying for several sets: you too will be stumped!

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Theaters

Erin

Stevens

Jun 4, 2025

Int'l Museum Surgical Science

Medicine then & now

"Int'l Museum Surgical Science" in Chicago sounds a little creepy at first. It makes you grateful to be alive in the most recent era of modern medicine...

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Erin

Stevens

Jun 2, 2025

Cornelia Arts Building

Local artist studios

"Cornelia Arts Building" in Chicago is a converted industrial studio right by the train tracks -- it's been decades ahead of this art trend...

Art & culture

Erin

Stevens

Jun 2, 2025

Sacred Art

Local art lover's paradise

"Sacred Art" is a 100% local art shop with paintings, jewelry, ceramics, dioramas, photography and more. I love how the owners are almost always there...

Art & culture

Shopping

Erin

Stevens

Jun 2, 2025

Le Piano

Jazz, booze & butter

"Le Piano" in Chicago is a French-style piano bar that will take you to what feels like early 19th century Paris... Its personality's written on its walls.

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Bars

Music

Erin

Stevens

Jun 2, 2025

Riverwalk

Chicago's lower level

The Chicago "Riverwalk" is two storeys below street level. Here you can take a leisurely stroll along the river at a part that's all about recreation...

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Relaxing

Claire

Conway

Jun 2, 2025

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Art & Culture in Chicago

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Art & culture

Erin

Lydia

You?

Sophie

Claire

Sydney

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Erin

Lydia

You?

Sophie

Claire

Sydney

Chicago Magic Lounge

Serious magic... & cocktails

Erin

Stevens

Int'l Museum Surgical Science

Medicine then & now

Erin

Stevens

Cornelia Arts Building

Local artist studios

Erin

Stevens

Sacred Art

Local art lover's paradise

Erin

Stevens

Le Piano

Jazz, booze & butter

Erin

Stevens

Riverwalk

Chicago's lower level

Claire

Conway

Heading to Art & culture?

... for just €9.99

Going to Art & culture?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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