With warm temperatures in the Chicago area this weekend, many may be thinking ahead to weekend getaways this summer, and a ...

Located in Lincoln Park directly on Lake Michigan, North Avenue Beach is one of the most popular swimming spots in Chicago. The sandy beach has volleyball courts, plenty of space for visitors to ...

And speaking of high-end amenities: Along Lake Michigan, the one-of-a-kind Oak Street Beach ... Chicago Architecture Center's river cruise, which has been rated by USA Today readers as the nation ...

Illinois Beach State Park is a bit like someone took ... For folks without access to a car, the best public transit option from the city is the Union Pacific North Metra out of Ogilvie to Waukegan ...

there are still plenty of beaches in Chicago where visitors can soak in the sun, play volleyball with friends and even let their dogs run off-leash. One of the best spots for springtime fun is ...