Things to Do in Chicago

Witness spectacular views overlooking all of Chicago at the Skydeck at the top of Willis Tower. The Skydeck features interactive exhibits and The Ledge, a glass balcony experience extending four feet outside the 103rd floor.

Head to Millennium Park to see Chicago’s most iconic attraction, The Bean. Visit the unique Crowne Fountain, projecting Chicago citizens’ images and a fun place for the whole family, or take a stroll through the city’s oasis, Lurie Garden.

Be sure to shop on the Magnificent Mile, a dining and entertainment hub featuring some of the city’s finest shops and restaurants.

The Art Institute of Chicago (AIC) is an encyclopedic art museum located in Chicago's Grant Park. It features a collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in its permanent collection. Its holdings also include American art, Old Masters, European and American decorative arts, Asian art, modern and contemporary art, and architecture and industrial and graphic design. In addition, it houses the Ryerson & Burnham Libraries.

Navy Pier is a must for anyone visiting the Windy City. This 50-acre playground is the perfect spot for some quality family time, with entertainment, museums, restaurants, and shopping all in one place.

Travel around the world, go back in time, and discover things you never knew at The Field Museum! Whether you're a first-time guest or a frequent visitor, we're your home for endless adventures.

Strap a mask and flippers onto your imagination and chart a course to Shedd Aquarium. Have you ever gotten eye-to-eye with a dolphin? Or met a penguin on a stroll to the South Pole? At Shedd, it's all possible.

Visit the Adler’s theaters and numerous exhibitions for an unforgettable space science experience. Daily activities and special events will add to your exploration, so be sure to check the calendars.

900 North Michigan Shops is a visually stunning shopping destination residing on the north end of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. The exclusive tenant mix offers over 70 luxury lifestyle shops including Bloomingdales, national brands and unique boutiques.

Hop in N. America's fastest elevators and soar 1,030 feet in the air in only 39 seconds to experience the best 360 degree views of Chicago. Enjoy world-famous espresso creations, cocktails or gelato from the highest Lavazza cafe in the world.

Explore the city’s history on the Chicago Architecture River Cruise with trained docent volunteers enlightening guests on the stories behind the iconic buildings that line the Chicago River.

A trip to Chicago isn’t complete without biting into a classic Chicago deep dish pizza. From Lou Malnati's to Gino's East, Chicago is the home of deep dish, and no one does it better.