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With steely skyscrapers, top chefs, renowned museums and rocking festivals, the Windy City will blow you away with its multifaceted splendors.
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Built in 1914, Wrigley Field – aka the Friendly Confines – is the second-oldest baseball park in the major leagues. It’s home to the Chicago Cubs and…
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There's free admission to Millennium Park, the playful heart of the city. It shines with whimsical public art, both permanent and temporary exhibits, and…
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The MSI is the largest science museum in the Western hemisphere and a place to completely geek out. Highlights include a WWII German U-boat nestled in an…
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The second-largest art museum in the country, the Art Institute houses a treasure trove from around the globe. The collection of impressionist and…
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Willis Tower is Chicago's tallest building (and one of the world's loftiest). Breathe deeply during the ear-popping, 70-second elevator ride to the 103rd…
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National Museum of Mexican Art
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Founded in 1982, this vibrant museum – the largest Latinx arts institution in the US – has become one of the city’s best. The vivid permanent collection…
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Field Museum of Natural History
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The Field Museum houses some 30 million artifacts and includes everything but the kitchen sink – beetles, mummies, gemstones, Bushman the stuffed ape –…
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Best Things to Do
Chicago is a city that will keep you busy from dawn till long after dark. Here are 13 of our favorite things to do in the Windy City.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Famous for its icy winters, steamy summers and busy cultural calendar, Chicago has something going on in every season. Here are the top times to visit.
Read articleThings to Know
From figuring out public transport to what to wear and where to stay, here's what you need to know to make your Chicago trip a success.
Read articleTransportation
Chicago's efficient public transportation makes this busy city easy to navigate. Here's how to use the L, Metra and buses for your best experience.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Chicago is jam-packed with fun activities and not all of them are designed to blow your budget. Here are 20 free (and nearly free) things to do there.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
Lincoln Park and Old Town are two of Chicago’s oldest and most charming neighborhoods. Discover the best things to do, the best places to eat and more.
Read articleDay Trips
The Windy City offer endless delights, but that doesn't mean you need to stay in the city. Here are the 17 best day trips from Chicago.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Chicago may be big on experiences, but that doesn't mean you have to fork over big bucks. Here are our tips for navigating the Windy City on a budget.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
With its wealth of interactive museums, fabulous parks, jaw-dropping architecture and family-friendly attitude, Chicago is tailor-made for travel with kids.
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