What's Gold Coast like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Gold Coast, especially its restaurants. Travellers like this walkable neighbourhood's fantastic lake views and great shops. If you're hunting for the perfect souvenir, head over to Michigan Avenue to shop. There's plenty more to see, including Oak Street Beach and Oak Street.
How to get to Gold Coast
Flying to:
- Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Gold Coast
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Gold Coast
- Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 20.2 mi (32.5 km) from Gold Coast
Things to see and do in and around Gold Coast
What to see in Gold Coast
- Oak Street Beach
- Lincoln Park
- Lake Michigan
- Cyrus McCormick Mansion
- Charnley-Persky House
Things to do in Gold Coast
- Michigan Avenue
- Oak Street
- International Museum of Surgical Science
When is the best time to visit Chicago?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 21°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average -1°C)
- Rainiest months: June, May, April, October (average 144 mm of rainfall)