Chicago’s had record numbers of tourists in the Windy City over the last couple of years. It’s no surprise. The town is vibrant and fun with great food, a plethora of parks and lots of attractions.
Are you visiting Chicago soon?
Read on for 10 must-do Chicago activities.
Millenium Park and the Bean
It wouldn’t be a visit to Chicago if you didn’t make it to Millenium Park. Don’t forget to take your photo at the famous sculpture, Cloud Gate, known as the “Bean” to locals.
Anish Kapoor created a famous sculpture. Spend some time walking in and around it. The mirrored surface makes for some great reflections of the surrounding city.
Take your time walking around the park. Stop by the tower fountains. They feature giant faces looking down on the reflecting pool. The faces spurt water from their mouths at intervals.
While you’re at the Bean, duck across the street to the Chicago Cultural Center and see the Tiffany Dome.
The Willis Tower SkyDeck Chicago
The SkyDeck is at the top of Willis Tower, formerly the Sears Tower. You’ll get an amazing 360-degree view of the city from the observatory.
Are you brave? Take a step onto the 1,353-foot high Ledge. It’s a glass floor extending over 4 feet from the edge of the building. The Ledge’s support system is invisible making the view unparalleled.
Tickets for the Ledge are $24 and include museum exhibits.
Navy Pier
Some people avoid Navy Pier citing it as a tourist trap. But if you’ve never been to Chicago, you should take some time and explore this historic landmark. Navy Pier is on the shoreline of Lake Michigan.
It’s over 3,000 feet long and includes parks, shops, restaurants, and attractions.
It first opened in 1916 and was built by Charles Sumner Frost, a well-known architect. It was the Municipal Pier but was renamed in 1927 in honor of WWII navy veterans.
Navy Pier houses the Chicago Children’s Museum and the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Are you visiting Chicago soon?
Read on for 10 must-do Chicago activities.
Millenium Park and the Bean
It wouldn’t be a visit to Chicago if you didn’t make it to Millenium Park. Don’t forget to take your photo at the famous sculpture, Cloud Gate, known as the “Bean” to locals.
Anish Kapoor created a famous sculpture. Spend some time walking in and around it. The mirrored surface makes for some great reflections of the surrounding city.
Take your time walking around the park. Stop by the tower fountains. They feature giant faces looking down on the reflecting pool. The faces spurt water from their mouths at intervals.
While you’re at the Bean, duck across the street to the Chicago Cultural Center and see the Tiffany Dome.
The Willis Tower SkyDeck Chicago
The SkyDeck is at the top of Willis Tower, formerly the Sears Tower. You’ll get an amazing 360-degree view of the city from the observatory.
Are you brave? Take a step onto the 1,353-foot high Ledge. It’s a glass floor extending over 4 feet from the edge of the building. The Ledge’s support system is invisible making the view unparalleled.
Tickets for the Ledge are $24 and include museum exhibits.
Navy Pier
Some people avoid Navy Pier citing it as a tourist trap. But if you’ve never been to Chicago, you should take some time and explore this historic landmark. Navy Pier is on the shoreline of Lake Michigan.
It’s over 3,000 feet long and includes parks, shops, restaurants, and attractions.
It first opened in 1916 and was built by Charles Sumner Frost, a well-known architect. It was the Municipal Pier but was renamed in 1927 in honor of WWII navy veterans.
Navy Pier houses the Chicago Children’s Museum and the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
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