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Chicago, Illinois
Provided by the Chicago Office of Tourism
SPRING/SUMMER
Chicago, a world-class city located on Lake Michigan in the heart of the Midwest, is home to the blues, several sports teams, an internationally acclaimed symphony orchestra, spectacular live theater, celebrated architecture, and thousands of restaurants, museums, and shopping opportunities.
Chicago is world-renowned for its diverse museums including Chicago history, art, African-American culture, astronomy, natural history, and much more. Plan on spending time at Chicago’s Museum Campus, a scenic park that joins the Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Field Museum of Natural History. Chicago is also home to Navy Pier, the city’s playground and the state’s most popular attraction. Plan on spending time at Chicago’s Museum Campus, a scenic park that joins the Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Field Museum of Natural History. Chicago is also home to Navy Pier, the city’s playground and the state’s most popular attraction.
Don’t miss the internationally acclaimed Millennium Park, an unprecedented center for world-class art, music, architecture, and landscape design. Some other attractions include Buckingham Fountain at Grant Park, the Hancock Observatory, and the Sears Tower Skydeck.
From June 1 through September 30, enjoy Art of Play, a citywide celebration of toys, games, and the spirit of play. The centerpiece is Niki in the Garden, an exhibition of monumental sculptures by internationally-renowned artist Niki de Saint Phalle at the Garfield Park Conservatory.
A visit to the city of Chicago would be incomplete without a shopping trip to the famed “Magnificent Mile,” which runs along Michigan Avenue. Chicago is also known for its neighborhood shopping with trend setting fashions by Chicago designers and chic boutiques.
For more information on Chicago, contact the Chicago Office of Tourism at 1-877-CHICAGO or visit us on the web at www.citychicago.org/tourism.
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Chicago Children's Museum
Chicago, Illinois
Chicago Children’s Museum’s three floors of hands-on exhibits and daily programs, performances, and workshops make math, science, reading, the arts, and the city’s diverse cultures come alive for kids through age 10 and their families.
www.chichildrensmuseum.org
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Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau
Chicago, Illinois
Discover the unexpected in Chicago Southland's 61 communities, featuring several family entertainment centers, including Haunted Trails, Children's Museums, Brookfield Zoo and much more. To learn more about things to do and see in our area, please call (888) 895-8233.
www.visitchicagosouthland.com |
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Chicago Trolley Company
Chicago, Illinois
We operate Chicago's premier Hop On Hop Off city sightseeing tours in our classic Trolleys and fun-filled Double Deckers. We also offer unique and professional transportation for private groups interested in our many Specialty tours or special events such as weddings or corporate outings.
www.chicagotrolley.com |
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DuPage Children's Museum
Naperville, Illinois
Come explore the place where learning has come in to play™ for 20 years! Exhibits, programs and field trips enhance skills in math, science, or the arts. We can also help make your party, special event, or meeting truly memorable!
www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org |
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DuPage CVB
Oak Brook, Illinois
DuPage…Just minutes from Chicago, indulge in upscale shopping, fine dining, theater, fabulous festivals and summer events. With over 100 hotels to choose from, you’ll find accommodations to fit your every need. Discover DuPage...The Magnificent Miles West of ChicagoTM.
www.dupagecvb.com |
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Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago, Illinois
Free and open every day of the year. Located just minutes north of the Loop, the zoo has been a natural, free oasis for generations of animal lovers who come to hear a lion’s roar echo off nearby buildings, see gorillas climb trees as the Hancock Center stands in the distance, or immerse themselves in tropical rainforests, dry-thorn forests and spacious savannas.
www.lpzoo.com |
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McHenry County
McHenry County, Illinois
Located in the northwest region of Chicagoland, McHenry County offers a change of pace from the urban environment. With easy access via I-90, the county is an exciting, diverse and beautiful region. From galleries to ski jumps, museums to golfing, all can be found inside McHenry County.
www.visitmchenrycounty.com |
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Naper Settlement
Naperville, Illinois
A historic museum village located just 30 miles west of Chicago. Step back in time on the beautiful grounds with 30 historic buildings including a Victorian mansion, rustic log cabin, blacksmith and print shops, and a one-room schoolhouse. Special events and activities for all ages. Open year round.
www.napersettlement.museum |
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Seneca Hotel & Suites
Chicago, Illinois
The Seneca is a charming boutique hotel located on a picturesque street…just one block east of north Michigan Avenue’s world class shopping, dining and entertainment. It consists of mostly suites, priced like rooms. There is also convenient valet parking available. (312) 787-6666
www.senecahotel.com |
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Shoreline Sightseeing
Chicago, Illinois
With Shoreline Tour & Travel you can enjoy all Chicago has to offer. Top sites include the Sears Tower Skydeck, Art Institute and Field Museums; Great entertainment. Fine or casual dining from elegant Riva to down-home Bubba Gump. Plus shopping tours, motorcoach tours, theatre packages and so much more.
www.shorelinesightseeing.com |
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Six Flags Great America
Gurnee, Illinois
This season is a gigantic, year-long, over-the-top Six Flags-sized party. There are more reasons than ever before to visit the park. Each day is a full-blown celebration with parades, special entertainment, a new choreographed nighttime fireworks show* and the all-new Tornado water slide.
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