Residency Life & Living in Chicago
Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, IL is located 12 miles west of downtown Chicago. Residents live scattered about Chicago and its near west suburbs, including:
Chicago is the cultural heart of the Midwest and residents love to take advantage of the area's many social and cultural opportunities. Chicago is truly one of the world's greatest tourist destinations, with millions visiting each year to enjoy our architecture, museums, unique neighborhoods and city-sponsored festivals.
The Chicagoland area has a lot to offer, including some great attractions near Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood as well as downtown Chicago itself.
Near Maywood, you can visit:
- Brookfield Zoo filled with rescue animals
- Salt Creek Trail that has 27 miles of beautiful trails
- Frank Lloyd Wright landmark home
- Oak Park Conservatory
In Chicago, there are multiple attractions, including:
- A number of museums and art galleries
- Famous attractions, parks and trails
Chicago boasts of nearly 600 parks, 13 Forest Preserve areas, 147 golf courses and 15 athletic parks and racetracks.
The Chicago Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Bulls, Blackhawks and Fire FC provide major league sports enthusiasts with year round activity.
Chicago has a thriving music scene with many festivals and shows throughout the year. Chicago is the birthplace of improv comedy and is home to many comedy clubs where you can see up and coming comedians in action.
Whether it's a marathon, Taste of Chicago or the annual Blues Fest, Lollapalooza, Chicago's lakefront is alive with something for everyone.
The Chicagoland area provides easy access to many suburban attractions, including Six Flags Great America amusement park, the Kohl Children's Museum, the Morton Arboretum, the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Ernest Hemingway Museum and the outstanding Ravinia Park.
For information on the attractions listed above and more, check out Chicago's official tourism website or some of the many YouTube videos available!