{"id":4365,"date":"2016-11-07T12:29:20","date_gmt":"2016-11-07T17:29:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/content-manager\/?p=4365"},"modified":"2016-11-07T12:30:12","modified_gmt":"2016-11-07T17:30:12","slug":"new-to-chicago-here-are-5-underrated-things-you-should-check-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/new-to-chicago-here-are-5-underrated-things-you-should-check-out\/","title":{"rendered":"New to Chicago? Here Are 5 Underrated Things You Should Check Out"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chicago<\/a> is among the premier cities in America. It has the third highest population in the country and one of the most diverse and successful economies in the United States. In addition to the economy, Chicago also has a bustling arts and culture scene as well as sports teams in every league. Each year, millions and millions of people visit and move to Chicago. While everyone knows about checking out the Bean, getting some deep dish pizza, and seeing a game at Wrigley, there is much more to do and see in Chicago. Here are five underrated and often overlooked things to check out if you’re new to Chicago.<\/p>\n

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Chicago view from Milton Lee Olive Park. Photo by\u00a0Steve Browne & John Verkleir\u00a0(CC BY 2.0)<\/em><\/p>\n

1. Bring Your Own Theater<\/h2>\n

Chicago has a bustling scene when it comes to live music, art, theater, and comedy. While places like the Chicago Theatre and Second City get the most attention, there are a ton of other options to check out. One of the best and most unique is called \u201cBring Your Own Theater Productions.\u201d This new type of performance involves going from a brand new concept to a performance in a mere 24 hours. On Fridays, there is a pre-show meeting in which a theme (voted on by show attendees) is revealed to actors, writers, and directors. They then need to create an entire performance off of that theme and then perform it on Saturday night. This place is a melting pot for creative minds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. International Museum of Surgical Science<\/h2>\n

Chi-Town is home to a ton of different museums that each attract thousands and thousands of visitors each year. However, one museum that doesn\u2019t get enough credit and is definitely a place to check out is the International Museum of Surgical Science. The museum captures the history of medical practices, including surgery techniques. This museum features numerous exhibits that cover various aspects of medicine. They have paintings, sculptures, drawings, specimens, and other historic artifacts. A little tip, Tuesdays are free.<\/p>\n

3. Milton Lee Olive Park<\/h2>\n

Like any other city, Chicago has a number of parks too. There is no doubt that places like Millennium and Lincoln Park are legendary, but are often completely full of tourists and pedestrians. If you want to check out a park with less people (and arguably a better atmosphere), check out Milton Lee Olive Park. This park offers up some of the best views of the Chicago skyline and is simply a great place to take a walk or have a picnic. Despite being right near the constantly busy downtown area of Chicago, this park is surprisingly calm and serene, and is a must-visit for anyone needing to be in Chicago.<\/p>\n

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