Chicago IL Romantic Attractions and Things to Do for Couples

Are you planning a Chicago Illinois romantic vacation for you and that special person? That should be easy in this romantic city. No matter what your interests are, the windy city has something for everyone. Chicago is an easy city to navigate once you have mastered the El, Chicago’s transit system.

When you are planning your Chicago Illinois Romantic vacation, be sure and plan a stop at the Bandera for an intimate dinner. Look out over Michigan Avenue while you enjoy a cozy dinner for two. Bandera offers a great choice of Mexican American cuisine at great prices. They don’t allow you to use your cell phone in the dining room out of courtesy to others so be sure and turn it off. This is a great place for dinner for two, but if you will in a group of seven or more they will divide your group.

If you would like some time alone on your Chicago Illinois romantic vacation you will enjoy a day spent at the Placerita Canyon State Park. Located between the Mojave Desert and the Gabrial Mountains, this is a great place for hiking and just sitting to talk and enjoy a romantic picnic. The site of the first discovery of gold in California, you can enjoy learning some of the history that helped make California what we know today. There are many streams and beautiful trees in the park. You can also explore the remains of an historic ranch from the gold rush period.

One stop on your Chicago Illinois romantic vacation can be on North Clark Street. You will find that this joint is a drag. The Baton Show Lounge has live, onstage drag shows, where men dressed as beautiful women perform an entertaining show you won’t forget. The performers mingle between performances. Drinks are a little pricey. You will find a mixed crowd.

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