The Art Institute, The Shedd Aquarium, and The Field Museum are some of the nation’s best!
Expert docent guides will tell you the stories behind Chicago’s iconic skyscrapers, elegant hotels, and the legendary house of Frank Lloyd Wright.
One of the most iconic sights in Chicago is unquestionably Cloud Gate, the gleaming sculpture lovingly nicknamed "The Bean." Standing more than 30 feet high, tourists come from all over to snap a picture within the reflective surface of the Bean in Millennium Park. Explore the park, take a selfie in front of the Bean, and send it to the happy couple!
Enjoy a quick walk, run, or bike ride on the Chicago Lakefront! Spanning 18 miles along the western shore of Lake Michigan, the trail passes through and connects Chicago’s four major lakefront parks along with various beaches, cultural institutions, and recreational amenities.
Formerly known as Sears Tower, see Chicago and its surroundings from 1,353 feet up. Designed by architect Bruce Graham and engineer Fazlur Rahman Khan of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, it opened in 1973 as the world's tallest building, a title that it held for nearly 25 years.
Travel up and down Michigan Avenue and shop until you drop!