Not a house, but a multi-level complex spanning an entire block of downtown. "In Blues We Trust," they say. Inside: restaurant, bar, hotel and concert hall that features live blues... Read more »
The world's premier comedy troupe. Second City launched some of the biggest names in the business. Since its creation in 1959, the show claimed Old Town it's home. The founders... Read more »
At ground level, a handful of stores and restaurants attract visitors, but the real allure of the Hancock is, in my opinion, the best view of Chicago. The Skydeck at Willis Tower may... Read more »
Shedd is Chicago's most popular attraction. Once you're inside its obvious why. The largest indoor aquarium guides the viewer through the world's many marine habitats, from the... Read more »
Millennium Park is Chicago's showcase of 21st century design. With the change of seasons, the park reveals a particular utility that attracts thousands of people every day.... Read more »
Choosing among the Museum Campus attractions can be daunting. However, the incredibly vivid exhibits at Adler Planetarium hold even the shortest attention span. Three digitally... Read more »
The Chicago Architecture Foundation is a group of scholarly enthusiasts who are dedicated to showing you the city. They have a museum with permanent and rotating exhibits featuring... Read more »
Tax dollars don't go to waste at Lincoln Park Zoo. With free admission, locals love it just as much as tourists. The Zoo is open 365 days a year and constantly hosts events and... Read more »
Every major museum's footprint has a prevalent theme. Though housing one of the world's most diverse collections, Art Institute of Chicago has a distinguished anthology of... Read more »
Food is Chicago's ultimate attraction. You can't go wrong with a neighborhood restaurant sampling. Find an amazing, localized variety of cuisine without running around the city. Food... Read more »
Never is Chicago plagued by boredom. The same attractions topping the tourist’s agenda are the symbols that represent the city. With history on its side, Chicago’s major museums are first-class pioneers. Unless you’re whole day is forgiving, choosing among Museum Campus attractions is difficult. The lakefront pier in the South Loop takes you into outer space, underwater and back in time. Down the road, interactive sculpture and design draw year-round crowds to Millennium Park. The park is a truly functional exhibit. The city’s walk-friendly streets form a grid that make navigation easy. No question about it, the iconic skyline is a must-see. Architecture enthusiasts guide you through a canyon of skyscrapers, making Chicago’s most popular tour by boat. Don’t leave without visiting the Hancock Building for a spectacular bird’s-eye view. Maybe you can spot those long, spotted giraffe necks while gazing north to Lincoln Park Zoo. See what today’s artists are putting out. Get a feel for Chicago's local taste at the Art Institute.
