About Evanston
Evanston is located just north of Chicago. Evanston is diverse in many ways, much to the delight of its visitors and residents with 90 cafes and restaurants in the downtown. Evanston is home to Northwestern University’s main campus, as well as a successful public school system. Evanston's lakefront & beaches are a popular attraction, with a boat launch, dog beach, and miles of sandy swimming beaches, bike paths, and walking paths; everyone can enjoy a day on the lakefront. Downtown Evanston offers a unique blend of one-of-kind shops & boutiques and national retailers. Getting to Evanston and getting around once you are here is easy with a multitude of public and private transportation options, including eight Metra and El stops.
