Chicago is the Windy City of Illinois, a world-class metropolis on Lake Michigan known for its stunning architecture, deep-dish pizza, and legendary blues and jazz scene. The Art Institute, Millennium Park's Cloud Gate, and the Magnificent Mile make it one of America's great cities.
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Top spots in Chicago
Navy Pier
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
Chicago Riverwalk
Riverside pedestrian path featuring city views & dining, plus bridges, fishing piers & boat docks.
Willis Tower
Iconic, 110-story skyscraper featuring expansive views of Chicago from its 103rd-story Skydeck.
Skydeck Chicago
103rd floor of the Willis Tower with clear observation boxes & views extending to four states.
Millennium Park
24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.
Shedd Aquarium
State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.
Cloud Gate
Huge outdoor sculpture shaped like a bean & allowing for views from its many mirrored sides.
Chicago History Museum
Photos, artifacts, newsreels & dioramas bring to life historical events, architecture & culture.
The Art Institute of Chicago
Renowned art museum holding nearly 300,000 works from all over the world, spanning many centuries.
Centennial Wheel
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