Explore the best parts of Chicago! From famous landmarks, to stunning views, and amazing food, you’ll leave with an unforgettable experience 🥰. This list is perfect if you want an introduction to the Windy City!
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Famous Landmarks
Food
Exploration
Museums
Scenary
Famous Landmarks
Classy city vibes for an enjoyable evening
The views of the city is fantastic and the glass box extends 4 feet outside the building; try it 😌
Skydeck Chicago
You get to lean against a wall and it will tilt downwards to get the view of the city 😌 Scary? I know
360 CHICAGO
This is in millenium park, people usually come here to take pictures and explore the other attractions that’s nearby
The Bean
This is a fun place for family and friends which has ferris wheels, boat rides, and restaurants all into one!
Navy Pier
This is so beautiful to take pictures infront of and they have a light show. I’ve been here only once, it’s very tourist friendly
Buckingham Memorial Fountain
A famous landmark that survived the Chicago fire so it is historical. But it has 8 floors of food, shops, and entertainment ✨
Water Tower Place
Food
Nothing is better than Chicago when it comes to finding good food!
This is my favorite pizza, please only visit the one in Hyde Park lol
Italian Fiesta Pizzeria
One of Chicago’s staples, has good Italian beef’s, burgers, and hotdogs in my opinion
Portillo's
This is a local favorite with different popcorn mixes, sooo good for a snack
Garrett Popcorn
A lot of chicagoans actually don’t love deep dish, but I do! This is the best place to get it for the experience 🥰
Giordano's
I love Italians beef’s so much it’s truly one of Chicagos favorite 😫🙌🏽. This is exactly how you order it: Italian beef, dipped, nacho cheese, and giardiniera peppers (pronounced jar-duh-nerra).
Al's #1 Italian Beef
Another one of our staples that I love. Order: 6 piece wing, fried hard, lemon pepper, and mild sauce on the chicken 🫦
Harold's Chicken
Exploration
Explore parks, shops, and trendy areas in the neighborhood
There is a lot of shops and cafes here, it’s honestly a vibe
Wicker Park
Has a lot of chinese culture, festivals, good authentic chinese food, and shops, many people love it down there
Chinatown Chicago
This is a FREE zoo and has lots of animals, events, and beautiful nature 😍
Lincoln Park Zoo
You will feel like you’re flying over Chicago. it’s a pretty fun experience that many tourist enjoy 😀✨
Flyover
Museums
Famous art collections and interactive exhibits
They have so many different ice cream and other sweets here. It’s more of a fun interactive museum for the aesthetic 😄 It’s kid friendly
MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM
This is my second favorite museum since I have been here when I was a kid, there’s a blue paradox exhibit and a tornado exhibit that are fun 😍🙌🏽
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
I have been here plenty of times, and it’s one of the best museums when it comes to the evolution of humans and animals 😌
Field Museum
This is a very fun museum, I had a fun time taking pictures upside down 😭 it’s sooo cool to me
Museum of Illusions Chicago
Scenary
The best views for the city and the skyline
The view here is amazing, it’s a lot of restaurants near that seats you right by the river. you can also go on a boat ride, this is a must-see
Chicago Riverwalk
Hidden gem! This is outside of Chicago in a metropolitan area, but it’s honestly so beautiful to explore and take pictures in if you like nature 😌
Anderson Japanese Gardens
I recommend doing this during sunset, the view of the city is amazing 🥰
