City Resources and Links

Chicago is our kind of town and soon it will be yours, too. We can help you get an advance look at what awaits you in one of the most exciting cities in the nation.

Click on the links below for an overview of the Windy City, a tour of the most desirable neighborhoods, the best schools, recreation and entertainment options and tips on getting around. All links will open in another window.

Exploring Chicago
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Office of Tourism sponsor this Web site providing an overview of all that Chicago has to offer including:

• Area Attractions
• Museums
• Restaurants and Shopping 
• Theatres
• Sports

The site also has a guide to Getting Around.

Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Tours
The City of Chicago sponsors half-day bus tours of the Chicago neighborhoods. This Web site allows visitors to sign up for tours and get an overview of some of the neighborhoods featured on the tour.

For more information about neighborhoods, view Rubloff’s Chicago Neighborhood Map.

Schools

• Chicago Public Schools
• Illinois Board of Education Public School Report Cards
• Catholic Schools (Office of Catholic Schools of Chicago)
• Chicago Area Independent Schools
• Jewish High Schools (Virtual Jewish Chicago)
• Lutheran Schools (Chicagoland Lutheran Educational Foundation)