Travel
Chicago, IL
Flights
The celebration will be held at Offshore Rooftop at Navy Pier in Chicago. The two Chicago airports are O’Hare (ORD) and Midway (MDW). Both airports are around 30-45 minutes away from the venue (can be longer depending on traffic and time of day).
Where to Stay
Hotel Blocks
Hotels
A block of rooms has been reserved at the below hotels. To book your preferred hotel, click the associated “Book” links to receive the discounted rate. The links will automatically be set to Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 9, but the rates will carry over if you wish to arrive earlier, just adjust at the top of the screen. If preferred, you may also call each hotel to make your reservation at the numbers provided. When calling to make your reservation, please mention the Lyons-D’Eramo wedding in order to receive the discounted rate. Chicago has a lot of great hotel options, so feel free to explore and book those as well.
Be sure to book your hotel room by June 14 in order to receive the discount.
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Sable At Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection By Hilton
Location: 900 E Grand, Chicago , IL, 60611 (connected to venue)
Phone: (872) 710-5700
Discounted rate: $329 per night (king), $369 per night (double queen)
Description: Located on Chicago’s Navy Pier, the unique hotel offers incredible views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan. We’re within 10 minutes of iconic attractions like Cloud Gate, Magnificent Mile, and the Wrigley Building. Enjoy several parks, restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues in the heart of Chicago, just a few minutes away.
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Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, Marriott Bonvoy
Location: 301 E N Water Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 (7 minute drive from venue)
Phone: (312) 464-1000
Discounted rate: $264 per night (traditional double)
Description: Located in the heart of the River North district, Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is a urban sanctuary amid iconic attractions. Embrace refined comfort in stylishly appointed accommodations enhanced by contemporary essentials like the ultra-comfortable Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience and striking views of the lake, river and Chicago cityscape.
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Aloft Chicago Magnificent Mile, Marriott Bonvoy
Location: 243 E Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 (11 minute drive from venue)
Phone: (312) 429-6600
Discounted rate: $277 per night (1 king or double queens)
Description: The Aloft Chicago Mag Mile hotel offers a central location right on the Magnificent Mile near Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Navy Pier, the Riverfront and more. Built on the former site of the city's MCA, Aloft Chicago Mag Mile embraces a bold new philosophy. Energize for the day ahead in artfully designed hotel rooms and suites featuring minimalist decor, oversized TVs, free Wi-Fi and premium bath products.
What to Do
Activities in the Chicago Area
Chicago is an amazing city to explore with so much to offer. Here's a small sampling of the things you can do in the area.
EAT & DRINK
Le Colonial www.lecolonialchicago.com
French-Vietnamese. One of our favorites!
Gibson’s Steakhouse www.gibsonssteakhouse.com
Great place to get a steak!
Billy Goat Tavern www.billygoattavern.com
Fantastic cheeseburgers! Fun atmosphere, right down to the sawdust on the floor.
Tanoshi (Andersonville) https://www.tanoshiichicago.com/
Our favorite sushi restaurant, close to where Morgan grew up.
Sunda https://sundanewasian.com/chicago/
Another great sushi option downtown.
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria www.loumalnatis.com
Our favorite deep dish pizza (also has thin crust)!
Portillo’s www.portillos.com
Great Italian beef sandwiches, hotdogs, cheeseburgers, and chocolate cake!
ATTRACTIONS
Millennium Park - Stroll through the popular gardens and pathways to see the “Cloud Gate” (a.k.a. “The Bean”) and the fountains with human faces!
Sears Tower (Willis Tower) Sky deck or John Hancock Observatory - Sears Tower (now called the Willis Tower) is taller, but the Hancock is on the lake. Our choice; skip both and enjoy the views while sipping a cocktail at the Signature Lounge on the 96th floor of the John Hancock building
Chicago Architecture River Cruises - This 90-minute narrated cruise departs offers great views of the city from the river. We recommend you buy your tickets in advance! www.architecture.org
Untouchables Tour - A.K.A. the Original Gangster’s Tour! Experience Chicago as it was in the 1920’s and 1930’s. See the old gangster hot spots and get a feel for the Prohibition era! www.gangstertour.com
Chicago Hauntings Tour - Ride along for fully narrated, historically based ghost and paranormal tours to haunted spots throughout Chicago. www.chicagohauntings.com
MUSEUMS
Art Institute of Chicago www.artic.edu
Stop here to check out the latest exhibits. There’s also a great café for lunch on the outside patio.
The Field Museum www.fieldmuseum.org
Filled with dinosaurs, Egyptian mummies, and many other Historical wonders.
Shedd Aquarium www.shedaquarium.org
Lots of fish, lots of water and a very cool dolphin show!
Adler Planetarium www.adlerplanetarium.org
See a sky show of your choice and stop at Galileos’ Café for the best portabella sandwich!
The Museum of Science and Industry www.msichicago.org
Be sure to check out the U-505 Submarine.
Museum of Contemporary Art www.mcachicago.org
Visit one of the nation’s largest facilities devoted to contemporary art.
More about Offshore
Located at the far East end of Chicago’s Navy Pier, Offshore Rooftop offers unencumbered views of Lake Michigan and the city’s famed skyline not found anywhere else. Celebrated as the world’s largest rooftop (Guinness World Records), this stunning, multi-seasonal space also boasts a world-class kitchen and full-service bar. The all-seasons venue includes a glass-enclosed bar where you can order a cocktail and some oysters, as well as an expansive outdoor terrace outfitted with firepits and a stage for live performances. During the summer, it's a popular spot to watch the tour boats cruise by and take in the weekly Navy Pier fireworks displays.