Lucha Libre (Mexican Wrestling) themed taco shop.

Chicago's Navy Pier on Lake Michigan was a training hub for aircraft carrier pilots during WWII.

Location of the Real World's disastrous, and protested, eleventh season.

Huge abstract sculptures of the Puerto Rican Flag.

These chunky stone towers out in Lake Michigan are the key to Chicago’s drinking water.

Not to be confused with the iconic New York City skyscraper, this Chicago building is a vibrant hub for artists.

Hot Doug's "Hot Dog" Stand.

Once called the "Polish Gold Coast" it is an icon of the neighborhood that bears its same name.

These mansions date back to Chicago's days as a brewer's paradise.

A hot dog stand where the heads are just as hot as the dogs.

The palatial McDonald's that inspired Wesley Willis.

The unluckiest U-boat in the entire German fleet is now on display in a Chicago museum.

Home to a protest movement, a bombing, and a dramatic change in labor history.

A display of magnificent stained glass windows is the first exhibit of its kind.

This $3 million model train takes you through Chicago, Seattle, and the thousands of miles in between.

This historic hotel invented the chocolate brownie.

The twin towers in this Chicago fountain use 50 foot tall video screens to spit on people.

Pizza with a side of fine art.

Cemetery featuring rare glass-fronted columbarium.

What was once one of the country's largest confectionary plants is now an abandoned ruin, but is still pretty sweet.

A lush green oasis in the middle of Chicago.

This massive stained-glass masterpiece is thought to be the largest Tiffany dome in existence.

Four glass boxes hover over 1,000 feet in the air to give visitors an unparalleled view of Chicago.

While he no longer has an eatery to give him context, this off-brand Paul Bunyan still holds his giant hot dog with pride.