Northwestern University
A prestigious university on the shore of Lake Michigan in the north suburbs. Its lakefill lawns overlook the skyline, and the campus and the small city of Evanston make a good half-day trip.
Northwestern University's main campus is in Evanston and stretches along the shore of Lake Michigan. The Gothic facade of Deering Library, the lakefront path on the Lakefill, and the lawns overlooking the Chicago skyline are the most photographed scenes. The campus also has the famous graffiti rock known as The Rock. The campus is open to the public free of charge, and the admissions office offers tours. From downtown, take the CTA Purple Line to Davis or Foster Station, about 40 to 50 minutes. You can stop by the Baháʼí House of Worship on the way.
Opening hours
Campus open all day
Nearby sights
- Baháʼí House of Worship
- Green Mill Cocktail Lounge
- Wrigley Field
- Lincoln Park
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- North Avenue Beach
- Chicago Botanic Garden
- 360 Chicago (John Hancock Center)