There are 110 dog friendly activities in Chicago. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Chicago.
Private Soapmaking Class
'Private Soapmaking Class' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Sarah. With prior approval, your well-behaved pooch is welcome to join you at this workshop where you will learn the history of soap making and get to create your own loaf using olive, coconut, and palm oils. You will get to personalize your soap by choosing a fragrance from a variety of scents and herbs. Your host will guide you throughout the process and you will end up with a 1.5 pound loaf of soap that will be ready for pick up and cut into bars the next day. The loaf can also be shipped to you for an additional charge. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 4 guests ages 10 and up. Rates start at $65 per person.
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Churchill Dog Friendly Area
Churchill Dog Friendly Area in Chicago, IL, is an off-leash, fully fenced dog park with street parking on Winchester. There is a water fountain for your convenience. Keep in mind that the entire enclosure is concrete.
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Sketching Chicago with Ink & Watercolors
'Sketching Chicago with Ink & Watercolors' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Monika. Contact host before booking so that a more dog friendly location can be planned. Your pup will sit beside you at this workshop while you create an urban sketch of Chicago using pencil, ink, and watercolors. Your host will provide a sketch kit, examples for inspiration, plus tips and techniques along the way. While you sketch, your host will also discuss the history of Urban Sketching. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 3 guests ages 18 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. Rates start at $49 per person.
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Walsh Dog Friendly Area
The Walsh Dog Friendly Area is a great place for Fido to run and play in Chicago, IL. Residents love the long, spacious, shady dog park at the north end of Walsh Park. Make sure you clean up any mess that your pooch leaves behind.
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Lincoln Park Presbyterian Church
Lincoln Park Presbyterian Church in Chicago, IL, is dog friendly! Leashed dogs can sit in on church services each Sunday as long as they are potty trained, able to interact with children and adults, and sit quietly without barking. Lincoln Park Presbyterian welcomes everyone, including locals and visitors of all ages, abilities, cultures, race, gender identification, sexuality, class, and marital status. Be sure to check their website for service times. Dog owners can check Lincoln Park Presbyterian Church's official website for further information on news and events.
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Sailing Chicago's Gorgeous Lakefront
'Sailing Chicago's Gorgeous Lakefront' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Dan and Jen. Sail from DuSable Harbor to favorable winds led by Captain Dan. Your host will take care of the sailing, but is happy to guide you if you want to join in. Dogs are welcome and your host has some sizes of dog life jackets. Let them know first to see if they have the right size for your pooch. The experience lasts 3 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 5 and up. Life jackets are required for non-swimmers. Rates start at $160 per person.
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The Shops at North Bridge
Dogs of all sizes are allowed at the Shops at North Bridge in Chicago, IL, as long as they're leashed. Be sure to stop by their pet comfort stations for a complimentary treat for Fido. Pets are not allowed in the Food Court which is on Level Four. Most of the shops allow dogs to enter too.
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Chanel Boutique
Chanel Boutique in the Deer Park area of Chicago, IL, is pet friendly. This iconic purveyor of high-end apparel, fragrances, accessories and more welcomes pups inside. Dogs are welcome inside the store, as long as they are leashed and well-behaved.
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Viking Ski Shop
Viking Ski Shop is pet-friendly. One of Chicago's most respected ski and snowboards shop. They offer a variety of services including tune-ups, waxing, binding installation, and repairs for skis and snowboards. Viking Ski Shop also has one of the largest inventory of skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, helmets, and clothing for men, women, and children. Viking Ski Shop is open Monday through Wednesday from 11am to 8pm, Thursday from 11am to 4pm, and Saturday from 10am to 5pm.
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Chicago Historic Financial District Tour
'Chicago Historic Financial District Tour' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Rachel. You and your pooch will take a guided walking tour of the district and discover the historic buildings and architecture. See the Old Chinatown, the elegant Rookery, and the Chicago Board of Trade and the last remaining Chicago Cow Path. Please note that Fido won't be allowed inside any buildings, but if the tour stops at one, someone from your group can wait outside with the pup. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 8 guests ages 13 and up. Rates start at $18 per person.
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Chicago Scavenger Hunt: Chicago's Magnificent Mile
Chicago Scavenger Hunt: Chicago's Magnificent Mile in Chicago, IL, is pet friendly. Walk from landmark to landmark to discover art, culture and history. Search plaques, statues and art to solve riddles that can only be found on location. If you can't find the answer, they'll guide you to the next location. Leashed pups are welcome to take part in this app-led hunt that can be completed at any time.
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Explore Chicago with a Photographer
'Explore Chicago with a Photographer' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Emile. Create some lasting memories with your pooch at a photoshoot in Chicago. You and Fido will walk around The Bean and Buckingham Fountain while your photographer captures both candid and posed photos of you. Price per person is for a group up to 4 people -only one booking needed. You will receive 20 edited photos per session in 3 business days. The experience lasts 1 hour and can accommodate up to 4 guests ages 18 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. Rates start at $129 per person.
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HERMÈS Chicago
HERMÈS Chicago in Illinois is pet friendly. Small dogs are allowed inside on a leash or in a carrier. This high-end retailer carrying the luxury brand's apparel, handbags, scarves and other accessories.
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Metropolitan Brewing
Dogs are welcome at this production brewery taproom's outdoor areas. Enjoy the views with a cold beer with your best friend. Metropolitan Brewing is open Monday - Thursday 2pm to 9pm, Friday - Saturday 11am to 10pm, Sunday 11am to 9pm.
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Private Lifestyle City Photo Shoot/Tour
'Private Lifestyle City Photo Shoot/Tour' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Arthur. Create some lasting memories with your pooch while in Chicago. Your host will give you a tour of the city while capturing beautiful, candid and posed photos of you along the way. Your host can also teach you about modeling and photography, the editing process, rules/guides, etc. if you would like. You will receive 10 edited images and all unedited photos (usually 200+). Be sure to contact the host prior to booking to let them know that Fido will be joining the session. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 2 guests ages 16 and up. Rates start at $74 per person.
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Ward (A. Montgomery) Park
Ward (A. Montgomery) Park in Chicago, IL, is pet friendly. This modest park along the Chicago River features children's play equipment & an area for dogs. Check out the cool art mural and sculptures while you're there. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the pathways, as long as they are leashed and all mess is cleaned up after them.
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Lincoln Park/Lakeview Photoshoot
'Lincoln Park/Lakeview Photoshoot' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Katherine. Create some lasting memories with your pooch. Your host will help you pose and capture beautiful photos at the Lincoln Park Conservatory and the Lakefront of Chicago - in an area only locals know about. The experience lasts 1 hour and can accommodate up to 10 guests of all ages. Rates start at $75 per person.
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Skinner Bark Park
Skinner Bark Park, officially known as Park No. 569, is a pet-friendly spot to let Fido run off-leash. This modern park is home to concrete paths for wandering on, open areas to play catch on, grass, and gravel. You can clean your pooch up if they get messy using the stations provided. If you or your pooch get parched, you can drink from the water fountains.
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Chicago Cake Decorating
'Chicago Cake Decorating' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Karen. Learn how to decorate a cake from an expert with a variety of different icing supplies. Dogs are welcome to join the fun of this yummy experience that lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 8 guests ages 18 and up. Rates start at $75 per person.
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The Brown Elephant
Leashed, well-behaved thrift store selling clothing, furniture and books in support of the Howard Brown Health Center. Brown Elephant Resale Shops are your source for fashionable finds, home décor, and everyday vintage style. Whether it’s a new outfit or a whole new wardrobe, redecorating one room or redesigning your whole home, you can find it at Brown Elephant.
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