Location: Evanston
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Things to do in Evanston, Illinois (IL): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Evanston (/ˈɛvənˌstən/) is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States, 12 miles (19 km) north of downtown Chicago, bordered by Chicago to the south, Skokie to the west, and Wilmette to the north. It had a population of 74,486 as of 2010. It is one of the North Shore communities that adjoin Lake Michigan and is the home of Northwestern University. The boundaries of the city of Evanston are coterminous with those of the former Evanston Township, which was dissolved in 2014 by voters with its functions being absorbed by the city of Evanston.
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1. Northwestern University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 382 reviews
Reviewed By ChenEvelyn
A gorgeous and safe campus with amazing beaches and water views to boot! Have some of the best students and top professors in the world.
2. Grosse Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By O6378WFannag - Park Ridge, United States
Gorgeous location. Right on the Michigan Lake. Parking you can find at the nearby park. And you can go to the nearby beach . Check website for out of season visiting hours ( if any).
3. Ryan Field
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By R2647ATmaryk
Northwestern is an amazing school with a great tradition. Beautiful football weather and a great team made our day extra fun!
4. Welsh-Ryan Arena
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 14 reviews
5. Dearborn Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
