10 Best Attractions & Activities in Chicago, IL
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What Makes Chicago, Chicago?
By Emma Watters, Local Expert, Chicago
With all of the things to do and see in a city, deciding how to spend your time can be quite an agonizing decision. 10best has narrowed all of the available attractions in Chicago to a list of the most appealing and reputable, to aide in your decision making. You can rest easy knowing that any choice you make from our list is sure to please.
1- Neighborhood: River North
Local Expert Tip: "Show up early for concerts, everyone gets carded most likely more than once. 21 and over wear wristbands. "
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3- Type: Great Views, Sightseeing
- Neighborhood: Magnificent Mile
Local Expert Tip: "For an unbeatable view of Chicago at night, visit the Signature Lounge."
4- Type: Aquariums
- Neighborhood: Museum Campus
Local Expert Tip: "Avoiding the entrance line can be difficult. Try early on weekdays."
5- Type: Parks
- Neighborhood: Downtown
Local Expert Tip: "Tennis in the summer, skating in the winter."
6Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
- Type: Museums, Planetarium / Observatory, Science Museums
- Neighborhood: Museum Campus
Local Expert Tip: "Don't miss the chance to use Adler's telescope: Adler After Dark for 21 and over and Astro Overnights for the youngins."
7Chicago Architecture Foundation
- Type: Architecture, Tours and Excursions
- Neighborhood: Downtown
Local Expert Tip: "Make sure you double-check where the tour launches, the dock can be hard to find."
8- Type: Zoos
- Neighborhood: Lincoln Park
Local Expert Tip: "Check the website for announcements on new arrivals. Everyone loves those newborns!"
9- Type: Art Museums, Museums
- Neighborhood: Grant Park
Local Expert Tip: "The world's largest Monet collection."
10- Type: Food & Wine
- Neighborhood: Magnificent Mile
Local Expert Tip: "Private group tours make great gifts."
