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Top 10 Things To Do in Chicago

    #1 Lincoln Park Zoo
    4 of 5 stars

    One of America’s oldest zoos boasts elaborate lion, penguin, and even zebra habitats. Among the 1200 animal residents, the polar bears are most suited to Chicago’s famously cold winters.

    #2 Chicago Trolley Tours
    4 of 5 stars

    Check out a variety of comprehensive downtown tours from authentic red trolleys, which have been roaming Chicago streets since the late 1800s.

    #3 Michigan Avenue/The Magnificent Mile
    4 of 5 stars

    Lined by dramatic skyscrapers and one amazing upscale shopping opportunity after another, you’ll find this popular stretch of Michigan Avenue called “The Magnificent Mile” to be very aptly named.



    #4 Chicago Architecture Foundation
    4 of 5 stars

    Chicago, famous for innovative architecture as well as chilly breezes, is the star of the Chicago Architecture Foundation’s exploration of the history, expansion, and stunning future of the Windy City.

    #5 Wendella Boat Tours
    4 of 5 stars

    Experience the magic of Chicago when you see it from the water, on a Chicago River or Lake Michigan boat tour. Feeling romantic? Try a beautiful sunset cruise around town.

    #6 Hancock Building Observatory
    4 of 5 stars

    A swift 1000-foot-tall elevator hoists you to the top of the world-famous Hancock tower. Then dare to step up to the glass walls and enjoy a breathtaking 80-mile 360 view.

    #7 Navy Pier
    4 of 5 stars

    This area has changed and grown since the late eighties when I used to frequent it. It seems the North Pier shopping mall and the Navy Pier concert hall are one venue now…Read More

    #8 Museum of Science & Industry
    4 of 5 stars

    Having grown up in the Chicagoland area as a child, I had fond memories of visiting the museum. Much to my delight, some of my favorite exhibits are there and brand new…Read More


    #9 Field Museum
    4 of 5 stars

    The field Museum is a great place for all ages. Although I enjoy museums, my companion for this trip doesn't, he thinks museums are boring. The field Museum changed his…Read More

    #10 Oak Street Beach
    4 of 5 stars

    To the left of the Park Shop under the shade of a crisp white umbrella a profusion of color literally explodes from the front of the European Flower Shop. Reminiscent of…Read More

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    Tourist Attractions in Chicago

    There's something awesome about being a tourist, you get to feign ignorance and you also have free reign to walk around in complete awe of everything. You get to ask random people for directions or suggestions and what's a bet they'll point you in the direction of places like the Chicago Trolley Tours or the Navy Pier, or perhaps to Oak Street Beach on the banks of the expansive lake, or the Chicago Architecture Foundation.


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