Top Things to See or Do in Chicago
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If you're new to the Chicagoland area, you might be wondering where to start exploring this world-class American city. Elite museums, vibrant shopping districts or ample nightlife venues? Chicago is home to a dizzying array of cultural, entertainment and culinary adventures.
Here are a few of the top things to see or do in The Windy City!
Grant Park/The Buckingham Fountain
Grant Park is 313 acres of green space that also encompasses several of Chicago's most popular things to do, including The Field Museum, the Art Institute of Chicago and Shedd Aquarium. The park itself features flower gardens, walking paths and wide-open spaces. The Buckingham Fountain is one of the largest fountains in the world, with 133 jets that shoot water 150 feet into the air during choreographed displays. At night, the fountain's performance is accompanied by lights and music.
The Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago is home to one of the country's most extensive collections of impressionist and post-impressionist art. The permanent collection features more than 300,000 works from all over the world. In addition, the Art Institute hosts traveling exhibitions covering a variety of subjects and showcasing a diverse array of artists and genres
The Field Museum
This awe-inspiring natural history museum showcases nearly 40 million natural wonders and cultural artifacts. Visitors love the "Inside Ancient Egypt" exhibit, which features a reconstruction of an Egyptian tomb. And no trip to the museum is complete without a visit with SUE, the largest, most complete T. rex ever discovered. SUE is 40 feet long from nose to tail and boasts 58 terrifying teeth.
The Shedd Aquarium
One of the world's largest indoor aquariums, the Shedd Aquarium houses around 32,000 creatures! Diaphanous stingrays, playful sea otters and endlessly entertaining penguins are just a few of the animals you’ll meet here. Explore their worlds and learn why we need to conserve and protect their habitats. You can also enjoy specialty experiences like animal encounters and behind-the-scenes tours.
An Architecture River Cruise
The Chicago River is a brilliant way to explore the city, and to learn more about the breathtaking architecture of Chicago’s skyscrapers. Enjoy unique vistas and get historical insights about the Wrigley Building, the Leo Burnett Building, the Fulton House, the Willis Tower and Tribune Tower, to name a few.
A Game at Wrigley Field
Wrigley Field has been the beloved home of the Chicago Cubs for more than a century. With its unique traditions and irrefutable charms, a game at Wrigley Field is an unforgettable experience. If you can’t get tickets to a game, consider taking a guided tour of the ballpark. The guides’ stories about the building, the players and the fans are priceless!
The Magnificent Mile
The section of Michigan Avenue that stretches between Lake Shore Drive and the Chicago River is a haven of department stores and high-end retailers, top-notch eateries and luxury hotels. Architecture lovers adore this eclectic collection of buildings, including the Chicago Water Tower which survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the Wrigley Building that was once the headquarters of chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr., and Tribune Tower, the home of the Chicago Tribune daily newspaper. PRO TIP: Visit during the holiday season to enjoy the area's best window displays.
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