Attractions
Of all America's large cities, Chicago just might rank as the
friendliest. And what it lacks in New York bravado and LA style,
Chicago makes up for in the astonishing variety of its
architecture, vibrant culture and thriving art scene, highlighted
by the Art Institute of Chicago. It is also a true family-friendly
destination with world-class attractions such as the Field Museum
and Shedd Aquarium.
With so much to see, its worth getting a sense of perspective
from the start. Visit the John Hancock Observatory for a view of
the city from 1000ft (600m) in the air. Then check out Navy Pier
for a 3-D motion simulation of Chicago's fascinating history and
exciting future. Afterwards, hop on a boat tour departing from the
adjoining pier.
A good option for visitors is the Go Chicago Card which gives
you admission to all the city's key attractions, shopping and
dining discounts, various free tours and a guide book. The card is
available from the Segway Experience (224 South Michigan Ave. Tel:
(1)312 663 0600 or (1)800 887 9103) and costs start from US$49.
Art Institute of Chicago
An impressive pair of bronze lions guards the entrance to the
Art Institute of Chicago in South Michigan Avenue, housing one of
the greatest art collections in the world. Works date from 3,000 BC
through to the present, including a renowned collection of
Impressionist...
see full detailsFrank Lloyd Wright’s Home
America's most renowned architect lived and worked in the
complex, which served as private residence, studio and
architectural laboratory for the first twenty years of his career,
between 1889 (when he was 22) and 1909. Wright's haven started out
as a simple cottage and...
see full detailsBuckingham Fountain
Located alongside Millennium Park and the Art Institute of
Chicago in Grant Park, often referred to as the city's front yard,
Buckingham Fountain is one of the city's most popular attractions
and was the official starting point of US Route 66. Donated to...
see full detailsMagnificent Mile
This stretch of Michigan Avenue in Chicago that runs from
Chicago River to Oak Street is known as the Magnificent Mile. Famed
for its nightlife, it also served as the main thoroughfare between
Chicago's Loop business district and the Gold Coast. Visitors will
love...
see full detailsHarpo Studios
The world loves Oprah Winfrey and a visit to her production
studios, Harpo, is a must for anyone visiting the windy city. Let's
face it, you probably won't end up getting a ticket to one of her
shows as this is her final...
see full detailsRoute 66 Sign
The world-famous Route 66 is colloquially known as the 'Main
Street of America' or the 'Mother Road' as it originally ran from
Chicago, Illinois, through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New
Mexico, Arizona, and California, before ending in Los Angeles. The
stretch of highway has...
see full detailsThe Original Playboy Mansion
Designed by architect David Adler and built in 1899 for Dr
George Swift Isham, the original Playboy Mansion was a 70-room
classic French brick and limestone residence in Chicago. Playboy
founder and editor in chief, Hugh Hefner, bought the mansion in
1959 and adorned...
see full detailsChicago History Museum
Chicago has a colourful and fascinating history, ranging from
devastating fires to gangster assassinations and more. The Chicago
History Museum has fascinating collections of artefacts from the
city's past, including the first passenger car to operate on the
Chicago L system, Michael Jordan's Chicago...
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