AIRE Ancient Baths Chicago
Candlelit thermal baths and massage rituals in a River West loft. AIRE Ancient Baths Chicago is a thermal bathhouse on West Superior Street, with a circuit of baths at different temperatures modeled…
Massage therapists & bodywork in Chicago, IL
9 human-vetted listings in Chicago. Licensed massage therapists and bodyworkers — deep tissue, Swedish, lymphatic drainage, Thai, shiatsu, lomilomi and more.
See them on the map →Alchemy Acupuncture & Herbs
Inclusive acupuncture clinic and apothecary in Wicker Park. Alchemy Acupuncture & Herbs is a holistic clinic and apothecary in Wicker Park that holds an inclusive, compassionate space for mind-body…
Chicago Bath House
Chicago's oldest traditional bathhouse, in Wicker Park since 1906. Operating since 1906, Chicago Bath House is the oldest and only remaining traditional bathhouse in Chicago, an Eastern…
Chicago Holistic
Massage, acupuncture and chiropractic in Bucktown. A Bucktown wellness center combining massage therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic care and holistic consultations, with coordinated, personalised…
Five Point Holistic Health
Worker-owned acupuncture, massage, psychotherapy and herbal clinic in Logan Square. Five Point Holistic Health is a worker-owned clinic in Logan Square offering acupuncture, massage therapy,…
Piva Beer Spa
Beer soaks, a halotherapy salt room and massage on Milwaukee Ave. Piva Beer Spa is a spa on North Milwaukee Avenue in Chicago offering beer soaks, massage and a halotherapy salt room. In the salt…
Ruby Room
Healing spa and metaphysical center in Wicker Park. Ruby Room is a soul-soothing oasis in Wicker Park combining facials and healing massage, with options like crystal exfoliation, with inner-healing…
Sanctuary Health
Integrative clinic in Pilsen with community acupuncture and yoga. An integrative clinic in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood bringing acupuncture, functional medicine, chiropractic, massage, counseling,…
The Embody Connection
Reiki, therapeutic massage and somatic trauma work in Andersonville. Molly Coeling runs The Embody Connection from a Ravenswood Avenue studio in Andersonville, offering therapeutic massage, bodywork…
About massage
Massage therapy uses hands-on pressure and movement on the muscles and soft tissue. Styles range from gentle Swedish and lymphatic drainage to deep tissue, sports, Thai, shiatsu and Hawaiian lomilomi.
A typical session is 60 or 90 minutes. You'll fill in a short health form, talk about pressure and focus areas, then undress to your comfort level under a sheet. A good therapist checks in on pressure and you can ask for changes at any time.
Choosing someone in Chicago
- Check that they're licensed. Most US states license massage therapists.
- Pick a style that matches what you want: Swedish for relaxation, deep tissue for firm pressure, lymphatic for a light touch.
- Mention injuries, pregnancy or medical conditions before you start.
Questions
How many massage options are there in Chicago?
Sanctuary Ground lists 9 human-vetted massage options in Chicago, Illinois.
How often should I get a massage?
It depends on your goals and budget; many people go monthly, others before or after big events or training blocks.
Should I tip?
In the US tipping 15–20% is common at spas and private practices, though some medical or clinic settings don't expect it.