Hotels in North Suburbs

Leafy streets wind past Frank Lloyd Wright masterpieces where architecture buffs can tour homes that changed American design forever. The Chicago Botanic Garden dazzles with 27 distinct gardens, while Ravinia Park hosts summer concerts where locals spread picnic blankets under the stars. At Kohl Children's Museum, interactive exhibits captivate young minds more effectively than any iPad. The Pickwick Theatre's art deco marquee glows above Park Ridge's main street, screening films in a 1920s movie palace. Lake Michigan's shoreline offers sandy respite from suburban perfection, with paths where joggers and cyclists compete for best sunrise views. Don't miss Marriott Theatre's in-the-round productions that bring Broadway-caliber shows surprisingly close.