Making Your Wrigley Visit All it Can Be and More

There is more to Wrigleyville than just Cubs baseball and you don’t want to miss out.

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Making the trip to Chicago to watch the Cubs is something that every fan dreams of or looks forward to each year. It’s an experience that none of us are able to forget as we walk through the gates of historic Wrigley Field. However, there is so much more in Wrigleyville than just the Cubs game. Plan to take in some of the area establishments and take time to experience everything that surrounds this amazing place.

One thing you don’t want to miss is a perfect photo opportunity with a few Cubs legends. Set-up around Wrigley is 4 beautiful statues to honor these beloved Cubs.

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Located on the corner of Waveland & Sheffield is legendary announcer Harry Caray. The Cubs dedicated a statue to the famous announcer on April 12, 1999 and rededicated the statue on September 1, 2010.

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Everyone loves and remembers Mr. Cub, Ernie Banks. The Banks statue is located on the corner of Clark & Addison and displays that fun loving smile. The Cubs dedicated the statue to Banks on March 31, 2008.

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Nothing like Sweet Swinging Billy Williams. On the corner of Waveland & Sheffield we find Billy striking a pose as he finished his swing. The Cubs dedicated this statue on September 7, 2010.

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Last but not least is Ron Santo. We grew to love the heel clicking 3rd baseman and no one loved the Cubs more than him as he joined us in the booth via radio for every moment. Santo’s statue is located on the corner of Addison & Sheffield. The Cubs unveiled this statue on August 10, 2011 and proclaimed it Ron Santo day.

Day & Nightlife

Wrigleyville is a very interesting place that has a bit of a split personality. If you show up during the day you can walk the streets enjoying the beautiful architecture or checking out the fine food establishments in the area. However, if you stick around after dark it takes on a very different persona. The bars and the streets spring to life with action and especially following a Cubs game can be a little overwhelming if you don’t do well in crowds.