CHICAGO'S WORST TOURIST TRAPS // What NOT to do in CHICAGO

CHICAGO'S WORST TOURIST TRAPS // What NOT to do in CHICAGO - Travel Tips from a Local (4K Vlog)

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With travel picking up again and the tourism industry set to bounce back in a major way in 2022, I'll be your personal insider guide to Chicago, sharing my best travel tips & tricks, best restaurants, things to do, and what NOT to do for the best experiences.
In a regular year, more than 50 million people visit Chicago, Illinois - some for business and others for vacation.
In this video we'll talk about some of Chicago's worst tourist traps (the Donts of Visiting Chicago), plus what to avoid in order to have a more authentic travel experience.
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@LisaF3234 3 жыл бұрын

You know you from Chicago when you still call the Willis Tower the Sears Tower. It will always and forever be the Sears Tower.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

The absolute disrespect of Chicago history when they tried to rename it lol. Sears Tower forever 💯🙌

@54andcounting17 3 жыл бұрын

That's me when someone says Willis Tower I always ask where is that ???? Lol. Best Steak Joint "Mastros".Located downtown. The best ever 💋❤❤❤❤❤❤

@nates1786 3 жыл бұрын

Long Live the Sears Tower!!!

@SARAEBAUER 3 жыл бұрын

Agreeed - Sears Tower for life!

@michaelfosnaught2238 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t even live there but still call it Sears tower. Willis tower is the weirdest name ever

@lastdonuts 3 жыл бұрын

the boat tours are legit, I expected it to be boring but it was actually interesting and our guide was pretty hype

@stephanied6711 2 жыл бұрын

Same

@everglowyoorim1817 3 жыл бұрын

i like doing all the tourist traps as a chicagoan because i feel like a tourist. i need to do the mcdonalds university lol

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Lol that's true - on my channel I have videos about all these places 😎

@andreas.671 3 жыл бұрын

It’s not opening up again until August😭

@ChrisVuletich 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I agree with you -- as a life long Chicagoan who recently moved away, I *kinda* almost miss Navy Pier among a few other things he mentioned (maybe I've been away too long). But really, even when I lived there, I'd go to Navy Pier a few times a summer. There's something refreshing about walking to the end, grabbing a beer and sitting on a bench while a live band is playing. Not to mention it's one of the best views of skyline outside of walking down to the planetarium. I like being a tourist in my own city sometimes.

@ritaroad 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a Chicagoan and I do all the tourist traps in Chicago except the food. In London, Paris, Rome , Venice, Amsterdam all someone had to do was point the way. I look for a Hard Rock Cafe. The one thing I’m not demanding of is I don’t need an American style hotel room. It just needs to be clean.

@luissantiago8446 2 жыл бұрын

When I moved to Chicago, I did my utmost to study and learn about its history. After that, you're compelled to go the very places mentioned in the books, and eventually the tourist stops. And while I no longer live in the city(30 years). I pride myself on really getting to appreciate what Chicago had to offer. Despite its current problems and headaches, the city is still impressive and beautiful.

@BuildinWings 2 жыл бұрын

Ever try to visit the undercities? I forget how many layers there are now.

@khalilreid Жыл бұрын

How does chicago compare to dc

@rkid9614 3 жыл бұрын

Every new visitor to the city needs to watch this!! Nice food for thought. Spot on about the chain restaurant bit.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated R kid!! 💯

@C.Q_Wilkenson 3 жыл бұрын

It grinds my gears to biblical proportions that Millennium Park gets all the buzz and Grant Park gets no love, it's large, gorgeous with large planes of grass, trees, statues, and of course, Buckingham fountain.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

I feel ya! Grant Park is highly underrated with all there is do plus its history as the city's first park

@arthurd6495 3 жыл бұрын

Fine by me.. more space for the rest of us ! :D

@TheGoonSquadd 2 жыл бұрын

I love it ! So much space to skateboard , roller blade , and bike ride around there cuz no one goes

@GlitterFistsFish 2 жыл бұрын

Grant park is for us... Millennium Park is for the visitors.

@Ash-ng4mn 2 ай бұрын

@@GlitterFistsFishagreed. I watched the fountain “launch” event today and it was awesome. It wasn’t advertised all over the place like so many other attractions. It felt like everyone there was a local. Which is rare in the city.

@lizsimmons1196 2 жыл бұрын

For a better high-rise experience, go to the bar on the 95th floor at the Hancock building. Have a drink and an appetizer. Be sure to visit the restoom, it's an epic view.

@antdaweirdo5013 3 жыл бұрын

By the way, i suggest doing the 360 chicago tilt experience in contrast to the skydeck as the views are better and the tilt is way more thrilling then the box. Its also the same price as the regular skydeck experience to add tilt. I also suggest flying into midway with southwest(almost anywhere) or delta (Only from atlanta) if possible and not o'hare because the train ride is WAY shorter and midway is a tad bit more convenient and closer. Navy pier can get really annoying with the bugs and the long walks, and the only other fun thing is the ferris wheel which is busy all the time with rigid hours. Dont be like my mom was when we last visited and be open to riding the train/bus to make trips faster. I also suggest during the summer getting unlimited passes for the duration of your stay so you dont have to worry with tickets. And finally, avoid the flashy bikes with the music as they can cost upwards of $30 for just a 10 minute ride that is less then a mile. Its a total rip off.

@TravelingisFREEDOM 3 жыл бұрын

This is a very charming city, I hope I can visit again sometime in the future when all this is over. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much!

@cassiemartin4208 Жыл бұрын

My boyfriend and I are traveling by train to Chicago for a week from Louisiana at the end of the month. I've watched so many of your videos the last couple of months and I cannot tell you how grateful I am and a bit more familiar I feel after these wholesome bits of info! First really big city besides Dallas, TX. Thank you so kindly!

@OhMeganGee607 3 жыл бұрын

Your last tip is key!! I can't tell you how many visitors I've known that get a hotel downtown and never leave. Then they complain that there's nothing to do, especially at night! You just have to leave the downtown bubble for the fun! Great video!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Whenever I travel to other cities, I always explore their other neighborhoods to get a better overall experience 😎

@chihickman4836 3 жыл бұрын

The best time to visit Chicago is in may or September. Definitely always something to do and has the best weather in these months

@ariacero9312 3 жыл бұрын

There's a lot to do down Ontario or Ohio lol

@iheartjbgccb 3 жыл бұрын

@@chihickman4836 whats the weather like in august?

@chihickman4836 3 жыл бұрын

@@iheartjbgccb hot as hell! Sticky and muggy. But this year we have had a balance. Hot some days. Nice other days. But usually hot sticky 🥵

@Solo-Road 3 жыл бұрын

I've lived in Chicago for 15 years and I still like to go to Millennium Park.

@kaylakascht823 3 жыл бұрын

As someone who has lived in Chicago for 5 years, I truly cannot imagine only going to downtown to "see the city" when there are so many cool places and things going on in other neighborhoods! side note: I do love getting deep dish even when family isn't in town

@ChristinaBradway 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a west sider. I suggest people who visit to grab a Ventra card, throw $15 on it, and ride the #8 Halsted bus up and down. You’ll get tons of neighborhoods, restaurants, street fests (depending on season), and shopping. If you get bored or have more time, transfer to the #56 Milwaukee bus and ride it on the diagonal. Those two bus lines will offer a great “local” experience.

@OprahsDaughter 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you! love that you called it the Sears Tower. Deep dish pizza makes ya stomach hurt but it’s good if you’d like. Mag mile & water tower looks cool. That’s it. Navy Pier is where I got engaged. I love it, but you can honestly walk the pier without paying a price. Just walk the pier. It’s a beautiful view.

@VictorMartinez-je1qv 3 жыл бұрын

I did the Architecture Boat tours. Highly recommend those instead of the Tour Busses. Chicago was design for walking. Furthermore, I took the city bus system. The Bus Drivers were supper nice and helpful. You can use your regular debit/credit card and get a seat. No need for special cards. So many shops it takes most of the day to really get most shops done. Love Chicago

@RegularFinnishPerson 3 жыл бұрын

What a nice vibe to your video, not thrashing any of these "tourist traps", but just sharing your own, honest opinion. Keep up the good work man!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Appreciate the kind words 🙌

@ImARealHumanPerson 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe it's because I've lived here my entire life. But people coming to Chicago for vacations seems so weird to me lol.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

😂

@heathernelson6846 3 жыл бұрын

Most people aren’t so fortunate to live in a city as amazing as Chicago ;)

@TravelwithTasha393 3 жыл бұрын

That’s goes for New York City! I don’t know why people visit a hot, and sweaty place like New York City!!

@Zazalifted 3 жыл бұрын

Well we were the 3rd biggest city in the us until LA passed us

@ConsuelaPlaysRS 3 жыл бұрын

You need to get out more and realize how good you have it in Chicago

@siddrajankicks 3 жыл бұрын

As a Chicagoan that moved out 6 years ago, after growing up between Pilsen/WickerPark/NorthShore, THANK YOU for this

@markomasnjak8442 2 жыл бұрын

Love your channel. Stumbled on it because you did a tour of my old neighborhood, Clearing. I live here and I find your content great. I laughed when you started talking about deep dish and Navy Pier. I tell people all the time that going to get deep dish or going to Navy Pier are only things we locals do when out of towners come to visit.

@maxhocks2006 3 жыл бұрын

As a lifetime Chicago resident I go to nay pier for 3 things. Free fireworks on the weekends, boat tours and cruises, and free music in the beer garden. It’s a lot of fun in the summer, but it’s definitely a big tourist attraction.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Check out my film about the history of Navy Pier!

@BuildinWings 2 жыл бұрын

The Loop is for daytime touristy stuff, neighborhoods are for nighttime real-life culture. Whatever kinda experience you want in Chicago, there's a neighborhood for it that's busy every night of the week.

@Jellyman3 2 жыл бұрын

I visited Chicago several months ago for 6 days, and my only regret was not going to the art museum and exploring the other neighborhoods, but I had no idea where exactly to go and what to do, so next time I'll go, I'll do that. Great video!

@alexannaz 3 жыл бұрын

Chicago is my absolute favorite vacation city, year round. It's so great. In the past 30 years, I've done everything on your list, some more than once. Although I definitely prefer the many unique neighborhood and suburban adventures available, I've had a blast doing all the "tourist" trap stuff too, especially with family and friends.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear!

@thomashensal3366 3 жыл бұрын

I love the fact that he call it the Sears Tower instead of what you talking bout Willis Tower

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

💯

@charleslockhart6778 2 жыл бұрын

Lifelong Chicagoan and I would recommend visiting the Museum Campus which includes the Field Museum of Natural History, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Adler Planetarium. All three are within walking distance of each other, the campus includes Soldier Field which during the summer months hosts a variety of festivals and charity events. Also within walking distance of the Museum Campus is Grant Park which like Soldier Field is often hosting a festival or major event such as Lollapalooza or the Chicago Marathon. During the holiday seasons the Christkindle Market on State St is always a major attraction for locals and tourists. The summer street festivals are popular with the locals and have many booths with food and vendors from the nearby neighborhoods.

@spacesofi4005 3 жыл бұрын

I live in the Chicago suburbs, so I visit Chicago city pretty often. Next time I’ll visit, I’ll try to go to some new places. Thanks for the tips! Great video!!!

@kurtdyer 2 жыл бұрын

Loved it, man! So different to the other videos! I'm gonna be there in 10 days and you really helped!

@jamessawyer8889 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Luis, I was watching your video about the tourist traps, I live in Orlando Florida and I don't really follow along with all the usual stuff, when I lived in Arlington Heights, I loved going to Taste of Chicago, I'd park across the street at the Monroe St garage, scope out the different places to eat, get my tickets, chow down, walk down Michigan Ave, head towards Water Tower Place, but since I'm into cars, I'd go over to Hanley Dawson Cadillac and check out the cars, I'd then keep going over by the Rock and Roll McDonald's, look for antique shops, or whatever caught my eye, browse, head back to TOC, eat some more, walk around a little more, hop in the car, head home and call it a day. I'm the kind of person who can find my own adventures that aren't tourist attractions, although I would really love to drive thru all the counties of Illinois and see what else the state has, just like I'd love to bum around thru all the counties in Florida and check things out because you never know what you'll find on your own

@mollymoore686 Жыл бұрын

You like a fun person I'm from Belfast in Ireland 🇮🇪

@LipstickNWhiskey 2 жыл бұрын

My husband and I are going in a few months! I’m so excited and have been waiting. It’s the food for me! Been dying for some AUTHENTIC Italian food , a deep dish, and Portillo’s. ♥️💜

@SARAEBAUER 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. The editing does not go unnoticed! Totally agree with these Chicago tourist traps...

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sara!

@jaysato 3 жыл бұрын

been enjoying watching your videos, i lived in chicago for 7 years back in the early 2000s. My college was in downtown by the south michigan area. I lived in the north side, brown line area. I will always have my love for the roscoe village neighborhood. Chicago to me as i remember it, i loved my days of biking around there. The city was so easy to navigate and get around to. I remember walking from the loop downtown all the way to the northside until like the cubs stadium or further.

@midnitekezia234 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always! I'm moving to Chicago soon. Any recommendations for what to experience in your first month?

@davidmanke794 3 жыл бұрын

A few times a year, I give downtown Chicago tours for the company that I work . It is not my normal work detail and most of the time the guest are from foreign countries. It baffles me that with everything to do and see in Chicago, the most popular requests I get is for the Apple Store and The Starbuck's Reserve Roastery.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

On the one hand it is nice that the city has these attractions that appeal to visitors, but on the other hand it is a shame that many of these visitors ignore the better experiences lol

@vincentng2392 3 жыл бұрын

I picked John Hancock Center last time for my aerial view.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

The views from Big John are dope!!

@signoresantinoburnett1169 3 жыл бұрын

I stayed at a hotel next o the Hancock Center. The views were great up there.

@Omendrix 2 жыл бұрын

Lived in Chicago for almost a decade now, I always just hang out around the apple store, the view their is dope, plus it’s right by the boat tours loading dock, so you can get some people watching in, see what’s up.

@MarkDarc87 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother. Planning on visiting next month and hoping to show a native Chicagoan a good time and possibly experience some things she hasn't had the opportunity to. So this was very helpful....granted, Grand Lux is her favorite restaurant for special occasions, but I guess it's something different for her. Thanks again Luis!

@seacoast4950 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips!! Thank you!!

@kristyphan8676 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate this video! I'm a similar kind of traveler to you (although I haven't had the chance to travel much yet) - I don't like visit chain restaurants or shops bc I can get that anywhere and I like to look for local things that I can ONLY get at that place, and I like to look into the history/context of things (like what is chicago pizza really?). I have a 2.5 day trip to Chicago coming up... I knew nothing about the city until I started researching lol. I'm from LA and we're going in March, wish me luck bc I will be cold af

@tleevee62 3 жыл бұрын

Great video...As a tour bus driver, I suggest walking, walking walking and using the CTA. Don't even think about a rental downtown. As a former Chicagoan, I suggest any of the museums, but especially Science and Industry in Hyde Park, then hit the Univ of Chicago since it is close by. Chicago Architecture Foundation has fantastic tours! Hancock Bldg has a sky bar with nice views much less expensive than the observatory. Finally, the biggest tourist trap to me was a rest named Ed Debevic's, where one of the gimics was a rude wait staff (Gone now)

@katiepop3442 2 жыл бұрын

Yass Museum of Science and Industry is my favorite

@gaming_sportsaaron1365 3 жыл бұрын

I went here last month. And went to the Wendella Boat Tours. And it was actually pretty cheap. And the guy was so informative. Told me about all the history here. And I loved smelling the chocolate factory when the boat was by there.

@simonsyed6391 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your honesty. You gave me good guidance for my trip to Chicago in June. I am definitely checking your website. I am from San Diego. Thanks Luis :)

@samanthathompson3368 2 жыл бұрын

Going this June. How was it foe u. I'm staying in double tree.

@simonsyed6391 2 жыл бұрын

His video did help me. The L train is convenient for those who want to save money. I did stay away from chains LL uke Starbucks and McDonald's but you should try Portillos and Lou Malinati

@jarettmichaels7305 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice tour. I’m born in Chicago, but moved downstate as a child. Such a awesome city. I’m hitting up Lou Malnati’s every time I visit though😂

@carloscaycho8641 3 жыл бұрын

I will say, I'm a local and I love getting deep dish pizza every now and then! No family visit necessary for me. It's delicious! Though it does last me almost a week lol

@heathernelson6846 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with deep dish. I actually learned to like deep dish when I moved to Chicago as a young adult. We used to have a chain back in my home town of St. Louis (Uno) that was just awful. You can’t beat the real thing.

@CrimsonRaven51 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I miss the pizza in Chicago, but I really miss the Rib Tips from the South Side.

@boataxe4605 2 жыл бұрын

@@heathernelson6846 Uno’s is originally from Chicago and is where deep dish was invented. It used to be very good, but has gone way downhill. Over expansion and greed will do that.

@TChalla616 2 жыл бұрын

@@heathernelson6846 Deep dish is over rated, most people from Chicago go with the thin slice.

@marcuscole4394 3 жыл бұрын

I would go to Navy Pier if I wanted to take some good pics of the downtown buildings. It's a nice skyline from that vantage point. Not much else there though, I agree.

@Love-zj5wg 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you on that...I took a picture from there of the skyline and it's still my favorite picture of chicago

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely, and if you go right when it opens you can get some peaceful chill vibes sitting at the end of the pier 😎

@jamesrawlins735 3 жыл бұрын

I did enjoy watching the 4th of July fireworks show from there. Nice to grab a drink - and there is a nice little stained glass museum there

@weekendintexas 3 жыл бұрын

Went once many years ago with family loved it so much convinced my now wife to honeymoon there. It was fantastic. Besides the restaurants at the beginning of the episode if you’re spending a whole week there I would do all the “tourists traps” We used the cycle system to get form place to place. We found a kayak tour and did that Found an amazing breakfast spot near millennium park Etc will go back one day

@tofu_golem 2 жыл бұрын

I remember Wild Chicago used to feature those weird little museums that cover obscure topics. Maybe you could cover some of those, since that is the kind of thing people outside of Chicago don't know about.

@GlitterFistsFish 2 жыл бұрын

The surgical museum is awesome. Or the pritzker museum is cool too.

@aliceb4070 3 жыл бұрын

Don't really care for Navy Pier but LOVE the architecture cruises!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

The architecture cruises are incredible 🙏

@everglowyoorim1817 3 жыл бұрын

no i love navy pier and i'm chicagoan. i feel like a tourist in my own city lol

@terrycarthy4433 2 жыл бұрын

Don't think ya' need to be told A/ Big bus is a rip-off B / parking is expensive in Chicago C/ Starbucks coffee is a waste of time ; anybody not aware of any of that ?

@maciejszumny6919 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video! Thank you and have a nice day 😀

@lizzielabelle 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve lived here for four years, this video is super accurate ‼️👍🏼

@LuisGustoComedy 2 жыл бұрын

🙌🏼

@ddrennon 8 күн бұрын

+1 on the architecture tour. Did the deep dish my first trip there, box checked. SO MANY great places to eat and drink in that city.

@frenchsecurity3351 3 жыл бұрын

Go Luis go your videos always make my day my day

@abadatha 2 жыл бұрын

Spent a week there in May, and only drove one time. The L is so convenient compared anything we have where I am from. Stayed in Logan Square, fantastic place. One of my absolute favorite cities in the country.

@DanSurgeYT 3 жыл бұрын

I ❤️ Chi-town. I live in Detroit, but my heart is in Chicago, no doubt it’s like home

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! We're hoping to visit Detroit soon

@DanSurgeYT 3 жыл бұрын

@@LuisGustoComedy if you do, you should check out the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn. It’s home to so many classic cars, President Kennedy’s limo, Lincoln’s booth, and the bus Rosa Parks sat on and refused to give up her seat.

@alexannaz 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a Detroiter who loves Chicago too. I think of it as my second home because I've been so many times and have close family and friends there.

@joemancini2988 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah everything Luis says is true! BTW, 50 years ago Navy Pier was where I went for weekend drills with my Navy Reserve Gold Crew. It was not glamorous back then, LOL!

@margaretjones1686 2 жыл бұрын

Great video .. I’m impressed and informed 🌟🌟

@wolfpac1970 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I've never been to Chicago, but I am planning a trip sometime next year. Of course I'm going to have to try both the deep dish and thin crust pizza's when I get there because I love pizza. What would be your recommendation on the best pizza places? I want to try and catch a Cubs or White Sox game while there as well and go to Boys Town for a day or two. From the videos I've been watching it seems like I could do downtown in a couple of days.

@Mark-c3h 3 жыл бұрын

I’m from Louisiana I’ve always wanted to move to a big city I’m really looking forward to going

@GEKENILWORTH 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video, Luis! Any chance you could one day show us the Ogilvie Transportation Center? It used to be the Chicago & Northwestern Train Station and I probably haven't seen it since the 70s. Thanks and keep up the great work! :)

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Definitely 😎

@joannegallo2638 2 жыл бұрын

I'm moving to Mke this Spring & intend to watch your videos & really explore Chicago. I've been there twice tho & really enjoyed strolling around Downtown, visiting the Bean & gotta have an Italian Beef sammich from the original location!

@arteusa 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not from Chicago, but I grew up obsessed with the Sears tower. I still call it that.

@nashirmohammed7434 3 жыл бұрын

i think you gotta hit the tourist traps at least once! agree on all except the park tho!

@JoseFlores-kl6jm 3 жыл бұрын

I hope that you are doing well Luis. This is good advice for tourists that have never been to Chicago. I agree that tourists should not avoid the downtown area, but they should explore some of the great neighborhoods in our city.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jose, hope you are also doing well! Appreciate the love bro!

@TickleMeElmo55 3 жыл бұрын

For deep dish, it just depends on where you get it. There are other pizza establishments like Ricobene's in Bridgeport which, according to my palette, has the best crust on their deep dish pizza.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely - I’ve never met a deep dish pizza I didn’t like. At least for my family, it’s always tavern style pizza unless visitors are in from out of town 😂

@bradybrapples 3 жыл бұрын

the only place i'll get deep dish from anymore is pequods. everywhere else i'd rather just get tavern or whatever else

@nickwesley3520 3 жыл бұрын

In my opinion, if you’ve never been to Navy Pier, go ahead and go once. On the condition that you do your research and understand what you are getting into. It’s definitely interesting if you can appreciate Chicago’s treatment of the lakefront, but I agree it’s not an amazing experience unto itself

@JesseBartonTravels 22 күн бұрын

Thank you for this video. I am planning a weekend trip to Chicago (first time), and all of the other bloggers are covering all of the boring places that you could go anywhere. I lived in NYC for 15 years; I want to know where the regulars go! 😊 So thanks again 🙌

@katiepop3442 2 жыл бұрын

Thats Right...Sears Tower Forever...but this Chicagoan love my deep dish pizza..I dont wait for relatives to come in.

@billythedog763 2 жыл бұрын

as a life long Chicagoan Navy pier is the worst and having to go there with visitors is pure torture

@Love-zj5wg 3 жыл бұрын

The Navy Pier and the Bean were my first must visit when I went to Chicago the first time 🤣.... I saw so many pictures online and my mind just automatically thought that if I didn't go there I really wasn't in Chicago. I know better now and it's all thanks to your videos ☺️

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Haha true, I don't blame ya. When you Google "Chicago" 2 of the top 3 images are of the bean 😂 Happy I can help provide guides to enjoying the city!

@0osha 2 жыл бұрын

Lol... You fell for the trap.

@jmichna1 2 жыл бұрын

I remember my Dad taking me and my little brother for walks on Navy Pier in the late 50s... we'd walk all the way out to the end of the pier, we'd get to see the perch fishermen, and - in season - the smelt fishermen (using smelt nets)... cleaning their catch and frying them up over small fires or camp stoves right on the pier. Great memories.

@ln6122 2 жыл бұрын

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@daijo5409 2 жыл бұрын

Sadly, smelt population has diminished. We fished for those at night time by Belmont Harbor and cooked them right there with family and friends. Great food, great company, great bonding and great memories. It was a Chicago tradition then.

@BraveAlienSessionNyy 2 жыл бұрын

Sooo can I get a tour when I come out there my guy? Watched way too many of your videos but glad I found your channel. Your insight is way more helpful than you think.

@joejoerunya8908 Жыл бұрын

This video is spot on, but if you are gonna do a few of these traps, then I highly recommend that you get a CityPass. It will allow you to choose which touristy things to do. We did SkyDeck, a museum, and my favorite- the architectural boat tour, which was excellent. Again, it is definitely touristy, but the CityPass will at least save you some money. All of these things separately can be pricey

@MSmith-Photography 3 жыл бұрын

I will still go back to the tourist traps in Chicago whenever I go back. However, I agree that it isn't the be-all and end-all and that we, as tourists, need to check out the other, more authentic, Chicago spots.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Same, I go back almost weekly to Millennium Park these days. I wanted to produce a video for people looking for a more authentic Chicago travel experience - avoiding the "touristy" areas. That's how I like to travel, although I do include one or two "touristy" things on a trip. 😎

@dragon75dude 3 жыл бұрын

Big fan of your content. A request: maybe you can do a video going more into detail about tech jobs in Chicago? You seem to be an industry insider and have a greater understanding of how the tech market is. Can you maybe speak about popular jobs/tech stacks/frameworks/languages popular in Chicago? What are the career prospects for someone in ML/Data Analytics/Science? How do they compare to NYC/Bay Area / Seattle? Thanks and subbed!

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Sure I'll look into it!

@amwfan88 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree on Navy Pier. It's cool, but I haven't been there since 2004 when my cousins from Germany came to town. And even though I grew up in the suburbs and have lived most of my life in the Chicago area, I think I've only been to Navy Pier about five or six times in my life. Visiting chain restaurants/stores while on vacation is another great tip, regardless of what city you're in. Years ago I watched a KZfaq video from this guy who visited NYC and he was talking about all the places you could visit, and literally the second thing he said was The Apple Store. Um...you can literally find The Apple Store anywhere, dude. I later found out Apple was one of his sponsors, but I feel like if he wanted to do product placement, there were less blatant ways he could have done that.

@markpettigrew542 2 жыл бұрын

I lived at the YMCA at 30 West Chicago Avenue, so I went to some of the "tourist's" traps you mentioned here.

@josigg4153 3 жыл бұрын

Binge watching your vlogs. Wishing to meet you once i move to Chicago this year.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Jo!

@hughsweer9733 2 жыл бұрын

Amendment on Millenium Park, in the bandshell you can often catch the Chicago Symphony Orchestra rehearsing on some Saturday mornings during the summers and they allow you to sit and watch (no photos, keep your phone in your pocket).

@hanselito2416 Жыл бұрын

Good speaker, good info. Two thumbs up

@magellan379 Жыл бұрын

Hi, i'm french and i hope come to chicago in september for the first time . I find an appartement in south loop, it's good ? And what observatory is better than sears tower ? Thanks a lot and sorry for my english .

@tatyanna408 3 жыл бұрын

When I visit Chicago, Im going to the Starbucks Reserve, not for the coffee but for the experience. The largest Starbucks Reserve is in Shanghai and the one in Chicago is the next best thing for Americans. But after watching this video, I'm glad to know everything I planned on doing was not tourist like. 😌 I plan on Kayaking, going on the boat tour, eating at the Grand Lux Cafe I never ate at the one in Boca, FL and im not going too

@billhull6842 2 жыл бұрын

When I want to go to a tall building for cheap I go to the Signature Room at the Hancock Tower. All you have to do is buy a drink and you get the same view as the observatory 2 floor downs. A drink will cost you like $10 but the that is half the price of the observation deck.

@athomas9661 2 жыл бұрын

Millennium Park is absolutely beautiful. I definitely recommend it. Chicagoans go and can go and not be bothered with the tourists. The Bean is just one spot in the park. I go to the free concerts every summer at the venue there. It is a great place for a picnic or watching the fireworks instead of going to the Pier. I encourage ppl to explore the entire city. There is so much more to downtown like the Cultural Center. Your overall point is solid --- don't get stuck downtown though.

@yes9098 3 жыл бұрын

Nice sharing, thank you

@robbylock1741 Жыл бұрын

I love how you still call it the Sears Tower, it shows how you are truly a Chicagoan! I just love your videos, would love to join you for either a beef, wet and hot or some tavern style pizza, but I have to run to Jewels to pick up some groceries.

@vincentng2392 3 жыл бұрын

I booked a room up north near Morse Station for the beaches nearby and the convenient train ride to Wrigley Field.

@LuisGustoComedy 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet!

@alexannaz 3 жыл бұрын

Rogers Park is one of my favorite Chicago neighborhoods. The beaches up there are stunning. The CTA Red line goes thru a lot of interesting areas.

@Imjustbeinme24 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate this video. I’m goin to Chicago real soon and I’m a lil nervous 😅

@ratstrat1984 2 жыл бұрын

I was just in Chicago last Thursday and Friday. Spent the better part of Thursday at the Science and Industry Museum. The family loved it. On Friday, we walked the Mag Mile and went to the Navy Pier. Maybe it was the time of day, but I expected things to feel busier than they were. I mean, there was almost nobody at the Pier, and the Mag Mile had a lot of empty/ closed stores. Is that normal, or is the city just still trying to recover from Covid? I will check out some of your videos to help plan my next visit, whenever that may be.

@yoot74 Жыл бұрын

I just saw this and being from Chicago ( was born and raised there ) but I no longer live there LOL !!!! I have to agree 100% with this vid. I almost always cringe when people tell me they love to visit Chicago and do these things that you mentioned. It truly does not do the city any justice whatsoever. And yes , most Chicagoans eat thin crust pizza FOR SURE> When I lived there I would get a slice or two of deep dish maybe once every couple years. Always always prefer the thin crust.

@loriannwulf8697 3 ай бұрын

Hi, I grew up in Chicago. Your video is very good. I agree on your food recommendations. People always comment on the deep dish pizza and we Chicagoans only had that when visitors came to town.

@tubz 3 жыл бұрын

Yo! I saw that you put a picture of dumplings from Qing Xiang Yuan at 3:12 I'm not sure if they're on the Michelin guide but they definitely should be!

@hopereed7124 3 жыл бұрын

Go Louis Gusto I just got back from Chicago with my fiancé today and we stayed at the InterContinental hotel. The views were so beautiful 🤩 but were thinking for our honeymoon trip we would maybe stay at the Trump hotel. What is your thoughts???? Been there or know if it’s worth it? Thanks love your videos! 🙌🙂

@shakarussanders9911 2 жыл бұрын

I love the Deep dish in Chicago but that tavern style just hits different!😋

@rarecandy3445 2 жыл бұрын

couldnt agree more about parking, especially in chinatown or armor square. relatively quiet areas. id park there next to the heritage museum there and walk to the redline stations. it also helps to top off my night with some joy yee noodle or chi cafe before i headed back home to champaign.

@RandysFiftySevenChevy 2 жыл бұрын

Garretts Popcorn Chicago style. I would bring empty suitcases back in the 90s just to bring back Garretts popcorn home.

@LuisGustoComedy 2 жыл бұрын

Haha nice 🍿

@harrybronson1285 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Luis just subscribed to your channel! I'll be visiting late November to see a Bears game. I was wondering what your suggestion would be on a really good steakhouse to try while I'm there thank you 👍

@billyruben6540 3 жыл бұрын

Not from Chicago, but I visit 3-4 times a year. I agree with 95% of this video. I'm excited to talk with people about the city. But it hurts my feelings when they come back with their experience at The Cheesecake Factory or Navy Pier. Where i differ in opinion with you is I would recommend staying in a different neighborhood (I default to Logan Square or Avondale) then take a few hours to go downtown and revel at the number of Walgreen's. And on a side note: it upsets me how busy Starbucks is. I don't even think most locals realize if one were to throw a rock in any direction, they would hit a small roaster with way better quality. Like I said, I love talking about the city.

@bartenderzzz 3 жыл бұрын

The day i visit Chicago, you best believe the deep dish pizza is on my list. Im a coffeehead too so i have to see the biggest Starbucks. One day. NYC LUV!

@jonathanclouse1344 2 жыл бұрын

I just visited Chicago with a friend a few months ago. My recommendation on the food...if you have someone in your life who is from Chicago (either school, or childhood, or some other connection), ask them about restaurants. I never would have learned about Portillos and their Chocolate Cake Shake. That is definitely a must! Oh, and I highly recommend Stan's Donuts...especially their glazed pistachio donut.

@jennibennecke669 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the shout out for Portillos

@meistsyans6526 Жыл бұрын

Lol I hate portillos. It's literally like McDonalds 2.0 not sure why there are so many people in line always. Tried many things burgers, hotdogs, sandwiches, there's nothing that I like.

@youdecide2696 6 ай бұрын

We have Portillos in Buena Park, CA. Giordano's are in Las Vegas, and you can order Lou Malnattis freeze dried pizzas delivered to your home also, which we have done a few times. I would avoid any of the chain places.