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The Bucktown section of Armitage is great for college students to people in their early 30s. There are shops and cafe's, as well as bars and pubs for those who like to enjoy the nightlife.

There are a lot of great places, although not all right in a row, so it's a good idea to take a bike so you don't get bored walking around.

Maxwell Street is best enjoyed on summer weekends, when the Maxwell Street Market is in full effect. Buy drinks and snacks from the vendors, as well as goods and wares in this "yard sale" type market.

There are some large chain stores, such as Bed Bath and Beyond, Whole Foods, and Dominicks. One word of caution, being in the west loop, the streets can get a bit confusing and it's easy to become lost, especially if you are on foot. It's generally a good idea not to stray to far from Maxwell street to avoid this, if possible.

Park Drive is the street which lines Navy Pier, one of the most popular and well-known attractions in Chicago. It runs along the ferris wheel and fair rides, the shops and restaurants, and wraps all the way around to North Beach.

Start on the south side of the pier, and take a look at all the tour cruise ships, pass into the buildings and enjoy some time in the tourist shops, maybe even see a film at the IMAX theater. Finally relax on the beach and watch the sun go down on Chicago's skyline and Lake Michigan.

North Mies Van Der Rohe Way is a short street, about two blocks long, that runs along Chicago's Museum of Contemporary art. The street is only about 2 blocks away from the heavily populated Michigan avenue, but it is a breath of fresh air with quiet and trees.

I would suggest sneaking off to North Mies Van Der Rohe Way during a day of shopping. Grab some take-out from the shopping district, and bringing your lunch over for a small picnic before hitting the museum.

Balbo Drive is just a short street, linking the downtown sky-highs to Lake Michigan on Lake Shore Drive. It runs right through Millennium and Grant Park, and is generally filled with visitors for Chicago's many summer festivals.

Taking a stroll down Balbo is one of Chicago's greatest treasures, as it gives you a beautiful view of both the sprawling Lake Michigan, as well as a front row seat to Chicago's full skyline.

Polk Street has a short section located in the loop, slightly off the beaten path and quite charming with its shops and cafes. This is a great area to go if you are waiting for a train at Union Station and have some time to kill.

There are some cute bookstores that are independent and much quieter than the bigger chains you find downtown (Borders, Barnes and Noble). I'd recommend visiting Polk Street in the summer and fall, as the seasons only add to its picturesque charm.

Devon Ave is definitely one of the Must Go To Streets in Chicago. It is lined with shops and restaurants of Middle Eastern origin, and is something you will not find anywhere else in the city.

It's a great place to go try unique food, and look around at the shops selling custom wares. One word of caution, however - neighbors and residents of Devon aren't necessarily the friendliest folks. Not a huge problem, but don't expect to visit and meet chatty people interested in long conversations.

North Lincoln Ave is an adorable part of the Lincoln Park and Lakeview area. There is a lot of nightlife, including cafes, restaurants, bars and pubs, as well as excellent shopping.

People are generally very friendly and social around this area, so it's a great place if you want to get out and be a part of the Chicago culture. The street is busy during the day, and can become quiet loud in the later evening hours.

Palmer Boulevard is known mostly for the park of the same name - Palmer Square. It's a small, cute park that's about the same square footage as one city block. There are plenty of trees to shade from the sun, and the houses lining the adjacent streets are all brick and stone - very adorable.

Palmer Boulevard is a great place off the beaten path to go for a run, or take your dog for a walk. It's also within walking distance to Fullerton Ave. or Milwaukee Avenue if you want to stop for a bite to eat, or hop on a bus home.

Milwaukee Avenue runs diagonally from downtown Chicago to the Northwest side of city limits. It runs through many neighborhoods giving it a very diverse feeling.

Weekends are the best for biking down Milwaukee, stopping at thrift stores, retail shops, and restaurants/cafes along the way. Biking/walking on Milwaukee from Division to Logan Square is generally the best section.