North Shore Wonders
By Chicago’s North Shore CVB
08/11/2008
Bordering Chicago along beautiful Lake Michigan, Chicago’s North Shore is the perfect place to tour spectacular attractions and historic sites before or after a visit to downtown Chicago and the most affordable and convenient place for your overnight accommodations. Our hotels are group friendly and offer many complimentary amenities.
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- Tour traverses Sheridan Road
- Tram tour of Chicago Botanic Garden
- Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center
- Baha’i House of Worship–the only one in the Western
- Step back in time at The Grove, a National Historic
Tour Dates:
Number of Days: 4
DAY 1: Evanston
Enjoy a tour of the lakefront just north of the border of the City of
Chicago. Sheridan Road, which hugs the lakefront, is a winding road
that offers stunning views of the lake, breathtaking homes and architectural
sites of interest. The Grosse Point Lighthouse, a National
Historic Landmark, was built by the U.S. government in 1873. Less than
a mile north, the Baha’i House of Worship is one of only seven in the
world and the only one in North America. Next visit Spice House—
known around the world as merchants of the highest quality, with
hand-selected and hand-prepared spices and herbs, featuring handblended
ethnic Chicago neighborhood seasonings. Time for Lunch!—
The Great Harvest Bread Company—Enjoy a fresh and satisfying
lunch at their Central Street store in Evanston. After lunch visit the
Evanston Historical Society housed in the magnificent chateauesque
mansion of former U.S. vice president Charles Gates Dawes located
adjacent to Lake Michigan. [L,D]
DAY 2: Skokie
Visit the first outdoor mall in the country, Westfield Old Orchard in
Skokie, and have a unique experience not afforded the daily shopper.
Oil and Vinegar Shop—They’re small, but flavorful. There are more
than 70 kinds of olives, and their oils are finding their way into more
and more kitchens. The renowned McCormick & Schmick’s for
lunch. Bloomingdale’s Department Store— Bloomingdale’s Culinary
Specialists will be in their Demonstration Kitchen firing up some
special dishes just for your group. Lord and Taylor—Skin care and
beauty demonstration by the experts. Learn the secrets from the
professionals. [L]
DAY 3: Glenview
Start at The Grove—a prairie grove covering 123 acres of ecologically
diverse prairie land preserved and maintained as the former home of the
visionary horticulturist and educator Dr. John Kennicott. The Grove is a
National Historic Landmark and is on the National Register of Historic
Places and offers tours of two historic homes. A good appetite can be
satisfied at Hackney’s, a North Shore institution for nearly 70 years. Home
of the legendary Hackney Burger and Onion Loaf but also serving fresh
salads, tasty seafood and more. Next stop, The Glen Town Center for
shopping. See the old Glenview Naval Air Base, which now is a charming
village with shops, galleries and restaurants. [L]
DAY 4: Chicago Botanic Garden
One of the premier tourist attractions in all of Chicagoland. View an
exquisite Japanese garden, a waterfall garden, the hidden rooms inside
an English Walled Garden, cross 11 bridges spanning sparkling lakes. The
Chicago Botanic Garden is 385 acres and 23 gardens of wonder to
explore. Enjoy a guided tram tour of the garden highlights and a
“Behind-the-Scenes” tour of the Production Greenhouses only open for
viewing to VIP groups. Lunch and shopping discounts in the Garden
Shop included in fee for the day.
