What's East Side Like?
If you want to find the perfect part of the city to explore, consider East Side. Nature lovers can explore top areas like Lake Michigan. There's plenty more to see, including Calumet Park and Munson Beach.
How to Get to East Side
Flying to:
- Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), 12 mi (19.4 km) from East Side
- Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), 26.7 mi (42.9 km) from East Side
Things to See and Do in and around East Side
What to See in East Side
- Lake Michigan
- Calumet Park
- Munson Beach
- Calumet Beach
Things to Do near East Side:
- Horseshoe Hammond Casino (1.6 mi/2.7 km away)
- The Venue at Horseshoe Hammond (1.7 mi/2.7 km away)
- Harborside International Golf Center (3.3 mi/5.3 km away)
- South Shore Cultural Center (4.5 mi/7.3 km away)
- Bronzeville Children's Museum (2.9 mi/4.6 km away)
When Is the Best Time to Visit Chicago?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 70°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 31°F)
- Rainiest months: June, May, April, October (average 6 inches of rainfall)