Recommendations of things to do while visiting Chicago. As a local, when folks visit me from out of town these are my go to spots to take them.
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Chicago from Above
Parks & Rec
Tours
Food
Museums
Shopping
Chicago from Above
Chicago in known for its stunning skyline. Jump in a helicopter for an unforgettable experience
Chicago Helicopter Tours - Fly Heli
See iconic Chicago from a different perspective. Flyover Chicago is an immersive experience, showcasing some of Chicago's iconic locations.
Flyover
Parks & Rec
Located just off the Mag Mile see yourself in the famous reflective art installation "The Bean" located at Millennium Park Chicago
Millennium Park
Enjoy a day walking along the iconic Chicago River while looking historic architecture
Welcome to the Chicago Riverwalk
Lincoln Park zoo is free to the public for entry
Lincoln Park Zoo
Come see the iconic Buckingham fountain.
Clarence F. Buckingham Memorial Fountain
Come to the iconic Navy Pier and ride the famous Ferris wheel. Entry is free, but parking is not. Free fire works during the summer months in Wednesdays & Saturdays
Navy Pier
Located at North Ave beach, see the skyline your way while riding the waves at Lake Michigan. They also have paddle board rentals
Jet Ski Chicago - Water Sport Rentals at North Avenue Beach
Tours
Take a cruise down the Chicago River with this architecture tour
Chicago's Original Architecture Tour® - Wendella Tours & Cruises
Come see the ivy lined field yourself and tour Wrigley Field
Tours of Wrigley Field | Chicago Cubs
Chicago has a a history of being haunted. This is a walking tour of Chicagos haunted spots
Chicago Gangster AND Ghost Tours
Travel down the Chicago River in a private boat or hot tub rental
Chicago Boat Company | Boat Rentals for Every Occasion
Food
The birth of deep dish pizza happened in this very building in 1939 when Ike Sewell open this restaurant.
Pizzeria Uno
Located in The Theatre District, Garrets popcorn is a Chicago Staple.
Garrett Popcorn Shops
Chicago is known for its pizza, Pequods is known to be one of the best
Pequod's Pizza
The Orginal Mr. Beef offers Chicago Style Italian Beef. It's not a just a restaurant, it's a vibe
MR. BEEF ON ORLEANS, Chicago - River North - Photos & Restaurant ...
Experience High Tea in the famous Palm Court at The Historic Drake Hotel in Chicago
Palm Court - The Drake Hotel
Museums
Built for the 1893 Worlds Fair, The Field Museum of Natural History is a must see place if you're visiting Chicago
Field Museum
Located in Museum Campus, check out the Adler Planetarium
Adler Planetarium
Come see a dolphins, penguins and sharks at The Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium
Come see the famous lion sculpture at The Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago
Located in Hyde Park in this historic Worlds Fair building, the museum of Science and Industry is a must see
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Located just off the Mag Mile, The Museum of contemporary art, offers rotating exhibits of modern artists
Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
Shopping
Upscale shops line the streets of Chicago's Michigan Ave Mag Mile
Magnificent Mile
Chicagos famous Water Tower Place offers a mall setting in the heart of the city
Water Tower Place
Located minutes from O'Hare airport, come visit the fashion outlets of Chicago, where you will find outlet stores for brand, such as Lululemon, Burberry, Saint Laurent, and Gucci, amongst many other others
Fashion Outlets of Chicago
On State Street, that great street. Tons of shops
Your Chicago State Street shopping guide
Live on Stage
Come to the theatre district and see one of the many rotating Broadway in Chicago Shows
Broadway In Chicago
Chicago is rich and it's comedic history. Go to second city for a comedy show.
Ten Dollar Comedy - The Second City
Many stars have graced this stage. Come see an original play at this iconic Chicago Theatre
