Lakefront Trail

Want to get a great view of Chicago? Walk up the Adler Planetarium pier at sunset and enjoy the show. Don't leave straight after the sun sets, let the lights come out and take it all in!

If you want some of the best views of the city take a walk out to the planitarium. It is directly across the bay from sears tower and the hancock building. I ventured down onto the crumbling ice sheet that went out about 30 feet into the bay.

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Activities

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Flyover in Chicago

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Chicago Cocktail Adventure Part 1

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

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Attractions

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360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

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Classes & workshops

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BYOB Spray Paint and Sip at Studio W.I.P.

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Popular places to visit

I thought Wood Ducks were the most amazingly colorful and photogenic ducks until I spotted this incredible bird on the lakefront. What a handsome beautiful duck.

Margaret Burroughs Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Margaret Burroughs Beach during your trip to Chicago? Wander the area's Chinatown or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

McCormick Place

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Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.

Northerly Island Park showing a city, views and a river or creek

Northerly Island Natural Area

Bird life, paved paths and a built-in music venue give one of Chicago’s newest green spaces much to offer to nature lovers, exercisers and music fans.

Lake Meadows Park

Lake Meadows Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.

Monument to the Great Northern Migration

You can find out about the history of Chicago with a visit to Monument to the Great Northern Migration. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Arie Crown Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Arie Crown Theater during your stay in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

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