CHICAGO
CHICAGO
CHICAGO
1 Millennium Knickerbocker 2 Silversmith
3 Loews Chicago
United Centre
Wrigley Field
Lincoln Park
Lake Michigan
360 Chicago Magnificent Mile
Navy Pier
Riverwalk 3
Willis Tower
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North Avenue Beach
North Avenue Beach
Adler Planetarium Field Museum
Soldier Field
Prepare to be blown away by the Windy City
In a city of architectural marvels where better to start than with skyline views from up high . If you also want to ramp up the excitement and get your heart racing , step out on The Ledge Skydeck at Willis Tower , a suspended glass box extending four feet from the façade and over 1,300 feet in the air . Or , brace yourself for TILT at 360 Chicago within 875 N Michigan Avenue , a moving glass enclosure that tips you out over the Magnificent Mile .
Some of the best views of Chicago however , are from the water , be it a cruise along the Chicago River or on Lake Michigan . Many cruises depart from Navy Pier , a family-friendly hotspot with shops , eateries , a cinema and Pier Park , with its Ferris wheel and whimsical musical carousel .
Chicago ’ s Museum Campus has a lovely setting within three Beaux-Arts inspired buildings beside Lake Michigan . Here , you can soar to the moon at the Adler Planetarium , or , for all things natural history , call into the must-see Field Museum to meet Maximo the Titanosaur and SUE , the most complete and best-preserved T-Rex skeleton . Further cultural offerings within the city include the Art Institute of Chicago and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago .
Chicago ’ s 26 miles of scenic lakefront includes numerous public parks and gardens , a lakefront trail and more than two dozen beaches . Make a beeline for the pedestrian-friendly Chicago Riverwalk , which stretches over a mile and boasts intimate coves , breezy cafes , wineries and bars , public art , monuments and more . In the summer , North Avenue Beach is particularly popular due to spacious sands and cool bars , but it also has a convenient location for other top attractions such as Lincoln Park . Within Millennium Park , the city ’ s showpiece green space , see the interactive Crown Fountain and Cloud Gate sculpture , aka ‘ The Bean ’.
If you love sport and the season is right , cheer on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field , celebrate a Chicago Bears touchdown at Soldier Field or watch two legendary teams dominate the court and ice at the United Centre .
Get a little retail therapy in Chicago ’ s diverse shopping districts . Browse unique boutiques , high-end designers , outlet malls and , of course , the Magnificent Mile , a history-packed section of Michigan Avenue .
Chicago ’ s food scene is known for everything from hot dogs and deep dish pizza to acclaimed fine dining . You ’ ll also find incredible tap rooms , craft breweries , live music and award-winning theatre .
Getting there : The flight from the UK to Chicago is about 7½ hours non-stop .
Best time to go : Chicago has something in store for visitors all year round . Spring , summer and autumn are generally regarded as the best times to visit Chicago . Expect lovely warm temperatures during spring and autumn , sunny days and high temperatures in summer and cold , snowy winters .
UNMISSABLE CHICAGO EXPERIENCES Get more out of your stay . Prices are per person
DOWNTOWN CHICAGO TV & MOVIE SITES from £ 29
On this guided walking tour visit sites from Ferris Bueller ’ s Day Off , The Untouchables , The Dark Knight , The Bear and more .
BIG BUS HOP-ON-HOP-OFF TOUR from £ 45
This one day ticket gives you the freedom to get on and off as you choose , as you travel between the city ’ s top attractions . Two day pass available from £ 55 .
CHICAGO FOOD TOUR from £ 65
This afternoon tour takes you through the River North neighbourhood - the original Chicago foodie destination . Begin with a Chicago-style hot dog , then try out the renowned Chicago deepdish pizza and classic Chicago sandwich : Italian beef , which came about during the Depression , before visiting one of the city ’ s oldest establishments for dessert .
TOTAL CHICAGO - FROM ARCHITECTURE TO FOOD from £ 89
Combining two Chicago experiences , this five hour tour is sure to be an epic adventure ! Sights include the Chicago Riverfront , Millennium Park , City Hall and the Willis Tower . Along the way tuck into Chicago-style popcorn , chocolates , hot dog , deep-dish pizza and Italian beef sandwich .
CHICAGO CITYPASS from £ 129
Experience five top attractions with CityPASS , valid for 9 days starting from the first day of use . Pass includes Skydeck Chicago ; plus your choice of three from either Field Museum , Adler Planetarium , Art Institute of Chicago , Museum of Science and Industry , the 360 Chicago Observation Deck or Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour .
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