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Chicago is a city of festivals, parks, artists, eclectic neighborhoods, and towering, majestic skyscrapers. This great lakeside city has continued to grow and flourish, even in the hardest of times. Whether viewing it in through the stainless steel reflection of "The Bean" sculpture, or from The Signature Room at the 95th floor of the Hancock building, Chicago remains one-of-a-kind.
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The Field Museum and Art Institute are top Chicago museums that can't be missed. After a day of shopping on the Magnificent Mile, catch a show at the Chicago Theatre.
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The Field Museum and Art Institute are top Chicago museums that can't be missed. After a day of shopping on the Magnificent Mile, catch a show at the Chicago Theatre.
Other Chicago travel guides
Go Chicago Card
Go Chicago Card from Smart Destinations is the perfect way to save on your Chicago vacation. For one low price you'll receive FREE general admission to over twenty-five attractions and tours in Chicago – including the Adler Planetarium.
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Go Chicago Card from Smart Destinations is the perfect way to save on your Chicago vacation. For one low price you'll receive FREE general admission to over twenty-five attractions and tours in Chicago – including the Adler Planetarium.
For more information and to purchase visit GoChicagoCard.com.
Chicago Theatre
The Chicago Theatre's 3,600 seat auditorium serves as a historical landmark for the city's entertainment. The theatre holds a wide array of functions and was added to the National Register of Historical Places in 1979.
175 North State Street
(312) 443-1130
The Chicago Theatre's 3,600 seat auditorium serves as a historical landmark for the city's entertainment. The theatre holds a wide array of functions and was added to the National Register of Historical Places in 1979.
175 North State Street
(312) 443-1130
Navy Pier
Ride the famed Ferris wheel at Navy Pier. This towering wheel serves as the centerpiece of the Midwest's number one attraction. The Pier features countless rides, shops, restaurants, and boat tours.
600 E. Grand Avenue
(312) 595-7437
Ride the famed Ferris wheel at Navy Pier. This towering wheel serves as the centerpiece of the Midwest's number one attraction. The Pier features countless rides, shops, restaurants, and boat tours.
600 E. Grand Avenue
(312) 595-7437
Willis (Sears) Tower SkyDeck
The Skydeck offers a breathtaking view of the city of Chicago. This is a great opportunity to climb the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), the worlds tallest building from 1974 until 1998, and see the beautiful architecture of the city and its endless views of Lake Michigan. The more adventurous can go to the "The Ledge", the newest acquisition of the Skydeck, allowing the visitor to walk on a glass floor viewing the city in a different perspective.
233 S. Wacker Drive
(312) 875-9696
The Skydeck offers a breathtaking view of the city of Chicago. This is a great opportunity to climb the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), the worlds tallest building from 1974 until 1998, and see the beautiful architecture of the city and its endless views of Lake Michigan. The more adventurous can go to the "The Ledge", the newest acquisition of the Skydeck, allowing the visitor to walk on a glass floor viewing the city in a different perspective.
233 S. Wacker Drive
(312) 875-9696
The Art Institute of Chicago
Feast your eyes on priceless masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago. The Art Institute contains one of the world's finest
and largest collections of French Impressionist art.
111 S. Michigan Avenue
(312) 443-3600
Feast your eyes on priceless masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago. The Art Institute contains one of the world's finest
and largest collections of French Impressionist art.
111 S. Michigan Avenue
(312) 443-3600
Shedd Aquarium
Dive in and behold the largest indoor marine mammal habitat in the world at the Shedd Aquarium. Peer into a coastal environment of beluga whales, dolphins, sea otters, and seals.
1200 S. lake SHore Drive
(312)939-2438
Dive in and behold the largest indoor marine mammal habitat in the world at the Shedd Aquarium. Peer into a coastal environment of beluga whales, dolphins, sea otters, and seals.
1200 S. lake SHore Drive
(312)939-2438
Millennium Park
Explore Chicago's Millennium Park, home of the famous Cloud Gate sculpture. Set between Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive, the park features lush gardens, contemporary fountains, and a beautiful pavilion.
201 E. Randolph Street
(312) 742-1168
Explore Chicago's Millennium Park, home of the famous Cloud Gate sculpture. Set between Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive, the park features lush gardens, contemporary fountains, and a beautiful pavilion.
201 E. Randolph Street
(312) 742-1168
Grant Park
Chicagoans often refer to their city's beautiful lakefront park as "Chicago's front yard." The park contains gardens, grand
fountains, art work, recreation areas, event space, and harbor facilities.
337 E. Randolph Street
(312) 742-3918
Chicagoans often refer to their city's beautiful lakefront park as "Chicago's front yard." The park contains gardens, grand
fountains, art work, recreation areas, event space, and harbor facilities.
337 E. Randolph Street
(312) 742-3918
Museum of Science and Industry
Stop in and explore the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Submerge yourself in a German submarine and see a working coal mine at this famous educational attraction.
5700 S. Lake Shore Drive
(773) 684-1414
Stop in and explore the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Submerge yourself in a German submarine and see a working coal mine at this famous educational attraction.
5700 S. Lake Shore Drive
(773) 684-1414
Field Museum
Come visit the Field Museum and meet "Sue", the largest T-Rex ever discovered. This natural history museum features a large collection of dinosaur bones, Native American artifacts, and countless other treasures.
1400 S. Lake Shore Drive
(312) 992-9410
Come visit the Field Museum and meet "Sue", the largest T-Rex ever discovered. This natural history museum features a large collection of dinosaur bones, Native American artifacts, and countless other treasures.
1400 S. Lake Shore Drive
(312) 992-9410
Adler Planetarium
Welcome to the Adler Planetarium! Whether you have a full day or just an hour or two, we have admission passes to fit your interests. Take in immersive sky shows in our three full-sized theaters including the Definiti Theater, the newly renovated Samuel C. Johnson Family Star Theater, and the Grainger Sky Theater–the most technologically advanced theater in the world.
From daily programs, to exhibitions, and special lectures, we are happy to connect you to all the information you need to plan your visit today.
Welcome to the Adler Planetarium! Whether you have a full day or just an hour or two, we have admission passes to fit your interests. Take in immersive sky shows in our three full-sized theaters including the Definiti Theater, the newly renovated Samuel C. Johnson Family Star Theater, and the Grainger Sky Theater–the most technologically advanced theater in the world.
From daily programs, to exhibitions, and special lectures, we are happy to connect you to all the information you need to plan your visit today.
Visit www.choosechicago.com for more ideas!