See the Windy City from above with tickets to Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower. Here, panoramic vistas offer a whole new perspective on the city skyline. A more casual, can’t-miss attraction is Cloud Gate, also known as “the Bean,” at Millenium Park. A short walk away, you’ll come across Chicago Union Station, a magnificent Beaux-Arts landmark and train station with active Amtrak routes. Even if you aren’t traveling, you can still check out the shops or grab a snack here.
Explore the Magnificent Mile for upscale shopping along Michigan Avenue, or discover unique finds at smaller boutiques on Halsted and Clark Streets. From here, make your way down to the nearby Navy Pier, and then (possibly the most important stop of your trip) to the Art Institute of Chicago, which is ranked one of the top museums in the world.
The city’s cultural hotspots include the legendary Green Mill, a cash only cocktail lounge that hosts live music, comedy shows, and even poetry readings. If you’re looking to sharpen your cooking skills, sign up for a hands-on class at The Chopping Block, where you'll learn to whip up delicious dishes like a pro.
In the summer, Chicago weather is glorious. Surround yourself with nature at the Garfield Park Conservatory or embark on a kayak adventure along the Chicago River. Alternatively, you can get that heart rate up with a stroll, run, or bike ride along the scenic Bloomingdale Trail. With kids in tow, you may also want to pay a visit to the animals at the Lincoln Park Zoo. A fun and free activity is the Millenium Park Summer Music Series, featuring a wide variety of music from local, national, and international artists at the Pritzker Pavilion. During the wintertime, a seasonal skating rink is constructed for locals and visitors to glide across the ice festively. Admission to the skating rink is free and you might even be able to snag free skating lessons if it’s your first time or if you need a quick refresher.
Quando se trata de desporto em Chicago, nunca ficará aborrecido. Torça pelos Cubs no histórico Wrigley Field (casa dos Chicago Cubs desde 1914) ou assista a um jogo no Soldier Field, o estádio de futebol mais antigo do país. O Guaranteed Rate Field, anteriormente conhecido como US Cellular Field, no lado sul de Chicago é onde os White Sox jogam desde 1991.
Perto do West Side de Chicago, experimente a emoção de jogar basquetebol ou hóquei no United Center, uma arena interior que é a casa dos Chicago Bulls e dos Chicago Blackhawks. Aqui, os fãs apaixonados reúnem-se para assistir a jogos repletos de ação ou cantar as canções dos seus artistas favoritos em concertos regulares. Existem dezenas de opções gastronómicas diversas no United Center, incluindo uma taqueria da famosa chef Stephanie Izard. E, claro, não faltam hambúrgueres, cerveja e cachorros de Chicago.
