The Palmer House Hilton

Bogie and Bacall. Tracy and Hepburn. Taylor and Burton. Create your own historic romance at The Palmer House Hilton, a living piece of Chicago history. Lounge in one of the plush seats in the lobby to peruse the 21 frescos which pay tribute to Greek mythology and love. The Michelangelo-esque mural was originally created in the 1920s by French muralist Louis Pierre Rigal. Reserve tea for two at Lockwood Restaurant & Bar and select your own tea blend while nibbling on savory sandwiches and sweets surrounded by the Old Word glam of the 140-plus-year-old Palmer House. Book an intimate dinner and a show, The Magic Parlour starring Dennis Watkins is an evening of classic magic and mind-reading featuring the work of the third-generation magician. Walk to Millennium Park for ice skating and concerts, the Art Institute and downtown restaurants and shopping.