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Things To Do
Visiting Chicago is easy. Leaving…that's the hard part! Chicago is a world-class city, offering something for everyone. Situated along the shore of Lake Michigan, the city boasts a second-to-none skyline and neighborhoods rich in charm and culture. Visitors have an endless number of fun, exciting, and entertaining ways to spend their time: from taking in world-renowned museums; strolling, biking, or riding a Segway along 26 miles of uninterrupted lakefront; enjoying everything from fine cuisine to the city’s famous hot dogs and pizza; shopping the Magnificent Mile; taking in a world-premier show; or enjoying the city’s vibrant nightlife. In Chicago, the only thing you’re likely to run out of is time!
Scenic Lakefront
Chicago boasts 26 miles of lakefront with 15 miles of sandy beaches, and an 18-mile bike path. Rent a bike, Segway, or surrey bike for the entire family, or walk or take a boat tour along the lakefront and enjoy Chicago’s scenic beauty and architectural splendor.
Green Spaces in an Urban Oasis
Chicago is home to hundreds of beautiful parks, two of which anchor downtown Chicago—Grant Park, location of the world-famous Buckingham Fountain (best seen at night when its choreographed color spotlights can be enjoyed to full effect), and Millennium Park, home to Anish Kapoor’s Cloud Gate (better-known as the Bean); Lurie Garden, a five-acre urban sanctuary; and Crown Fountain, two 50-foot glass block towers projecting video images of Chicago citizens and shooting out a stream of water at each end of a shallow, sparkling reflecting pool; and many other attractions.
Iconic Dining
Chicago is famous for its cuisine: from deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs to some of the world’s finest high-end dining establishments. With a host of dining establishments to suit every palate, finding just what you have a taste for is never a problem in Chicago.
Vibrant Nightlife
Chicago lights up after dark! Take in a world-premier play or musical in Chicago’s theater district; laugh at legendary and soon-to-be famous comedians at The Second City; or enjoy cocktails and dancing at one of the many clubs along Rush Street.
Attractions
With so much to see and do in Chicago, taking in everything is a challenge.
Marvel at One of Chicago’s World-Renowned Museums. The lakefront Museum Campus is home to three of Chicago’s famous museums: the Field Museum of Natural History, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Adler Planetarium. Just blocks away, on Michigan Avenue, you’ll find the Art Institute of Chicago. Head south on Lake Shore Drive for the fascinating, hands-on Museum of Science and Industry. Bring the kids to Chicago with you, and make the city’s vibrant history come alive at the Chicago Children’s Museum, located on Navy Pier.
Gain a Breathtaking View of Chicago–Visit Skydeck Chicago atop the Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower) the Western Hemisphere’s tallest building, for a one-of-a-kind experience. The view spans 50 miles and four states. And if you’re feeling brave, stand on and look down through a glass floor, 1,353 feet above street level!
Take a Ride on a 150-Foot Ferris Wheel Overlooking Lake Michigan, or enjoy one of the many other attractions at Navy Pier. The pier features more than 50 acres of parks, promenades, theatres, museums, rides, and boat cruises. There’s even a miniature golf course and a remote-controlled boat pond.
Shop Till You Drop
Hundreds of stores await you along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, a long stretch of North Michigan Avenue. From upscale boutiques to bargain retailers, you’ll want to make room in your suitcase for some great finds.
Chicago hasn’t just racked up world-class accolades, it remains a big city with a friendly, Midwestern feel. It's this truly unique mix of global attractions and local charm that make Chicago second to none.
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