Shopping
Shop in Chicago
Wicker Park / Bucktown – The bustling “six corners” area (the intersection of Milwaukee, Damen and North Avenues) is dotted with trendy boutiques and hip vintage shops. Shop everything from locally inspired gifts to trendy vinyl, vintage couture, unusual jewelry and endless cups of excellent coffee in this mish mash neighborhood that offers a bit of everything. The main shopping area is along Milwaukee and Damen Avenues. Neighborhood favorites includeMyopic Books, Una Mae’s and Eskell, all of which have enough to keep pretty much anyone preoccupied as they meander throughout searching for treasures to take home.
Lakeview – Lakeview encompasses a bunch of smaller areas — East Lakeview, the Southport Corridor, Wrigleyville, and Northalsted (also known as Boystown), Chicago’s LGBTQ+ neighborhood. Head to Southport Avenue for popular chains mixed in with trendy boutiques. And along bustling Belmont Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, Clark Street, Halsted Street, and Broadway Street, you can hunt for both vintage feels as well as the latest designer clothes. If you are hunting Chicago Cubs gear or souvenirs, you’ll find lots of stores and stalls all around Wrigley Field. Also for a unique way to remember the city, visit Waxman Candles with candles and fragrances inspired by Chicago’s neighborhoods.
Old Town – Old Town today has most of the unique qualities of its former self. Because of this, the neighborhood has been able to keep its charm and uniqueness while still embracing change and development. Here you will find both bohemian chic paired with timeless charm. Luxury high-rises set among brownstones and historic Victorians. Small businesses dominate here in addition to small grocers like Marianos, which make it easy to grab and go so you can prepare delicious home-cooked meals from the comfort of your suite at Level Old Town.
Lincoln Park – Come here for the charming streets lined with both Victorian row houses but also local boutiques. The area around Armitage Avenue and Halsted Street is home to some of the city’s most popular shops. Check out All She Wrote, a charming stationary shop with thoughtful gifts, and also make a stop at Laudi Vidni (“individual” spelled backwards) for custom leather bags and accessories that are handcrafted and then shipped directly to you.
Gold Coast – The Gold Coast neighborhood in Chicago is one of the city’s most affluent and vibrant areas, known for its upscale shopping, historic architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. Located just north of downtown, it’s bounded roughly by North Avenue, Lake Shore Drive, Oak Street, and Clark Street.
