On your own

In my previous post, I wrote of different tours available in the city.
Since that time, I went on the Sculptours tour myself! It was fantastic!
I, who knows nothing about art, really enjoyed myself, and learned so much from my docent Carolyn!
It was a wonderful way to spend a morning!
Now, what about those of you that don’t really want to take a tour? Some of you perhaps would like to explore the city on your own.
For that, I would recommend the Brown Line train.
This train Line runs around the Loop continues past the Merchandise Mart (a must for those that are into anything HGTV).
After the Chicago Avenue stop, the train winds through Old Town to Sedgwick (stop by Twin Anchors, for the best ribs. This is also where “Return to Me” with David Duchovney and Minnie Driver was filmed.
Once past Sedgwick, it’s onto Armitage, a great shopping area with one of a kind stores you won’t find on Michigan Avenue. Armitage is also home to the world famous Charlie Trotter restaurant.
Next stop, Fullerton, home of DePaul University. (this stop is also a Red Line stop)
Continuing north, the next major stop is Belmont. Need a tattoo? This is the stop!
Another great shopping stop is Southport. Southport also has some great restaurants (Tango Sur) and a wonderful old theatre that shows an array of films not shown at your local Cineplex. (Mercury Theatre)
Let’s skip a few stops up to Western. Lincoln Square is the neighborhood, food is the main game!
You will notice you are now at street level with beautiful new stations, and quaint neighborhoods as you travel.
The last stop on the Brown Line is Kimball. Near Northeastern University, WTTW, out local PBS station, and so much more!
I just barely scratched the surface, so call me for more details!
All this for just $2.25!
What a way to go!