Guidebook for Evanston
Sightseeing
The Bahá'í Temple is reminiscent of a smaller-scale Taj Mahal and is the oldest surviving Bahá'í House of Worship in the world, and the only one in the United States.
120 locals recommend
Baha'i House of Worship
100 Linden AveThe Bahá'í Temple is reminiscent of a smaller-scale Taj Mahal and is the oldest surviving Bahá'í House of Worship in the world, and the only one in the United States.
Kitschy road-side attraction & photo opportunity. The Leaning Tower of Niles is a half-size replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. It was completed in 1934 as a recreation park for Chicago employees...
Leaning Tower YMCA
Kitschy road-side attraction & photo opportunity. The Leaning Tower of Niles is a half-size replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. It was completed in 1934 as a recreation park for Chicago employees...
A 2-mile expanse of permanent sculpture exhibits, grass, trees, shrubs, and walkways.
9 locals recommend
Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park
North McCormick BoulevardA 2-mile expanse of permanent sculpture exhibits, grass, trees, shrubs, and walkways.
A designated national historic monument completed in 1873.
12 locals recommend
Grosse Point Lighthouse
2601 Sheridan RdA designated national historic monument completed in 1873.
Beaches and shoreline stretch the length of Evanston and are great for walking, running and biking. One of the best spots to see the downtown Chicago shoreline.
102 locals recommend
Lake Michigan
Beaches and shoreline stretch the length of Evanston and are great for walking, running and biking. One of the best spots to see the downtown Chicago shoreline.
Frank Lloyd Wright prairie-style house and designated Chicago Landmark & National Historic Place.
11 locals recommend
Emil Bach House by Frank Lloyd Wright
7415 N Sheridan RdFrank Lloyd Wright prairie-style house and designated Chicago Landmark & National Historic Place.
Entertainment & Activities
Nine themed sections + water park host roller coasters, thrill rides, shows, family attractions & kids' areas.
135 locals recommend
Six Flags Great America
1 Great America ParkwayNine themed sections + water park host roller coasters, thrill rides, shows, family attractions & kids' areas.
Dinner theater featuring fun & cheesy staged medieval-style games, sword-fighting, and jousting performed by a cast of 75 actors and more than 20 horses in a replica 11th-century castle.
17 locals recommend
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
2001 N Roselle RdDinner theater featuring fun & cheesy staged medieval-style games, sword-fighting, and jousting performed by a cast of 75 actors and more than 20 horses in a replica 11th-century castle.
Arts & Culture
A top-ranked national and global university and leading research institution, the lakeside campus offers a scenic walking area and art museum.
80 locals recommend
Northwestern University
633 Clark StA top-ranked national and global university and leading research institution, the lakeside campus offers a scenic walking area and art museum.
Shopping
Largest Indoor Outlet Mall in Illinois featuring Saks Off Fifth, Neiman Marcus Last Call and more than 200 other outlet stores, including the mall staples like H&M and Forever21.
31 locals recommend
Gurnee Mills (6170 W Grand Ave) station
Largest Indoor Outlet Mall in Illinois featuring Saks Off Fifth, Neiman Marcus Last Call and more than 200 other outlet stores, including the mall staples like H&M and Forever21.
Premium Outlet Mall featuring Bloomingdales Outlet, Barneys Outlet, Neiman Marcus Last Call, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th as well as many top designer stores & regular mall staples like H&M & Forever21.
99 locals recommend
Fashion Outlets of Chicago
5220 Fashion Outlets WayPremium Outlet Mall featuring Bloomingdales Outlet, Barneys Outlet, Neiman Marcus Last Call, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th as well as many top designer stores & regular mall staples like H&M & Forever21.
Food Scene
Backlot Coffee
2006 Central StEspresso Bar & Gelato
Creperie Saint-Germain
1512 Sherman AveSweet & Savory Crepes
Berry Pike Cafe
1100 Davis StLiège Waffles & Coffee
Prairie Joe's
1921 Central StQuirky Fusion Comfort Food
Dixie Kitchen & Bait Shop
825 Church StreetCajun & Southern Food with cheesy but fun theme
Dollop Coffee & The Hoosier Mama Pie Company
749 Chicago AvePie Flights & Dollop Coffee
LYFE Kitchen
1603 Orrington AvenueHealthy Local Food with many Vegan Options
Pâtisserie Coralie
600 Davis StCafe with French Pastries
Bennison's Bakery
1000 Davis StCheap coffee & Pastries next to CTA station
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
1120 N State StOne of the most-famous deep-dish pizza restaurants
Joy Yee Noodle
533 Davis StCheap & Cheerful Noodle Bar
Burgers, Milkshakes & Fries. The best versions of the classics with many topping options, as well as upscale interpretations such as Lobster & Truffle Fries and Spicy Mexican Chocolate Shakes.
9 locals recommend
Edzo's Burger Shop
1571 Sherman AveBurgers, Milkshakes & Fries. The best versions of the classics with many topping options, as well as upscale interpretations such as Lobster & Truffle Fries and Spicy Mexican Chocolate Shakes.
Farmhouse Evanston
703 Church StFarm-to-Table Gastropub.
Found Kitchen and Social House
1631 Chicago AveSmall-plate gastropub, perfect for sharing.
Koi Fine Asian Cuisine and Lounge
624 Davis StJapanese & Regional Chinese
Peckish Pig
623 W Howard StBrew & Gastropub
Drinks & Nightlife
Union Pizza
1307 Chicago AveWood-fired pizza, Italian & drinks.
Bangers & Lace Evanston
810 Grove StLodge-type gastropub with adventurous cocktails.
The Stained Glass
1735 Benson AveWine Bar & Bistro
Pete Miller's Seafood & Prime Steak
1557 Sherman AveJazz Club
Smylie Brothers Brewing Co.
1615 Oak AveBrew Pub & Smokehouse
Bat 17
1709 Benson AveSportsbar
Ward Eight
629 W Howard StCocktail Lounge