Water Tower Place
Type: Malls, Shopping Centers
10Best Says
There is more to do than just shop at Water Tower Place, an eight-level shopping center located at the northern tip of the Magnificent Mile. In addition to more than 100 stores, there are several... Read More
There is more to do than just shop at Water Tower Place, an eight-level shopping center located at the northern tip of the Magnificent Mile. In addition to more than 100 stores, there are several restaurants, a Chicago Sports Museum, and even a 550-seat theater for stage performances. Shops at stores like the massive Lego Store, Macy's, Nine West, Banana Republic, Forever 21 and Sephora. Grab a bite at foodlife, a unique dining venue which features 14 kitchens serving food made from scratch daily, plus a grab-and-go area with a salad bar. American Girl Café on the second level offers children and adults the opportunity to bring their favorite American Girl doll to brunch, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.
Address:
835 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
312-440-3166
Hours:
- Mon-Sat: 10am-9pm
- Sun: 11am-6pm
Website:
shopwatertower.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Jamie Bartosch
Chicago Local Expert
- Shopping Malls and Centers: "Sports fan? Go to the 7th floor and check out the memorabilia and interactive exhibits at the Chicago Sports Museum. If you eat at the adjacent restaurant beforehand, Harry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch, museum admission is free."
- Best for Shopping Malls and Centers Because: In addition to more than 100 shops, Water Tower Place includes a theater house and American Girl Café, one of only a handful in the country.
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Jacky Runice
Chicago Local Expert
- Best Shopping: "There's a new co-working space with meeting rooms so you can shop, dine and set up work space to use while enjoying the Magnificent Mile."
- Recommended as Best Shopping Because: In addition to 104 shops, there are full and quick service restaurants plus Foodlife and Foodease with 14 restaurants in a food hall.
