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Chicago adventure guide
Looking for a vacation that’s more thrill than chill? In Chicago, you get to pick your own adventure. Kayak through a skyscraper canyon, scale an…
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How to spend a romantic weekend in Chicago
Chicago is the perfect spot for a romantic weekend getaway. You and your sweetheart can enjoy a scenic bike ride along the lake, bucket-list fine…
Museums & art, Tours & attractions
Explore Chicago’s Museum Campus South
Seven of Chicago’s must-see museums, all in one breathtaking setting. Chicago’s Museum Campus South is one of the city’s most vibrant cultural areas, home to…
Parks & outdoors
Explore Chicago’s Grant Park
Grant Park is much more than a park. It’s a gathering place for the city’s biggest events, a green oasis in the heart of downtown,…
Parks & outdoors, Tours & attractions
Buckingham Fountain in Chicago’s Grant Park
Nature lovers, architecture buffs, public art aficionados — Grant Park has something for everyone. And so does Buckingham Fountain, the park’s centerpiece. Located right along…
Bucket list, Sports & recreation
Sports fan’s guide to Chicago
It takes a lot to make somewhere an elite sports city. Massive crowds cheering in unison from the ballpark on hot summer nights. The camaraderie…
Sports & recreation
Chicago golf courses
Chicago and its suburbs make a superb golf destination. With over 200 golf courses to choose from, Chicago has plenty of options for the visitor…
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Your guide to Chicago lake and river cruises
One of the best ways to see Chicago is from the water. The city is home to two stunning waterfronts — the Chicago River and…
Tours & attractions
Sky-high views in Chicago
Looking for the best views of Chicago? From observation decks soaring 1,000 feet in the air (like Skydeck Chicago or 360 CHICAGO) to rooftop bars…
Free & cheap, Museums & art
Free things to do at the Chicago Cultural Center
From architecture tours to provocative art shows, the Chicago Cultural Center is a creative epicenter, with no-cost art exhibits, concerts, guided tours, and more. Here are…
Parks & outdoors, Sports & recreation
Chicago’s Lakefront Trail
One of Chicago’s defining features is its location on Lake Michigan, which includes 26 miles of stunning shoreline. And much of that waterfront is connected…
Parks & outdoors
Fun in the sun on Chicago’s beaches
You might know Chicago as the birthplace of the skyscraper, the home of deep dish pizza, or as one of the largest urban cities in…
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