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Pet Friendly Hotels

Be sure you’re not barking up the wrong tree and keep this guide to pet-friendly hotels on Chicago’s North Shore handy.

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Bucketlist Bites Pass

Taste your way through 60+ North Shore spots with the Bucketlist Bites Pass—earn points, win prizes, and dig into everything from sushi to deep-dish!

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Grand Mural Tour

Beautiful swaths of color and meaningful messages celebrate more than just the arts. Discover these vibrant, murals.

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Driving Directions

Chicago’s North Shore communities are all accessible from the Edens Expressway (I-94). Evanston and Winnetka may also be reached from downtown Chicago via Lake Shore Drive and Sheridan Road. Ample parking is available in all cities. Most parking is free except for downtown areas that have parking meters. Evanston has parking garages in the downtown area with variable fees.

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