Things You'll Need:
- Computer with Internet access
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Step 1
Bundle up or strip down. Chicago can get extremely cold in the winter and hot in the summer; weather is rarely moderate here.
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Look at the buildings. Chicago is rich in history, and has a wealth of buildings from the 19th century to admire.
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Check out the world-class restaurants and the jazz and blues clubs while you're there. Chicago is famous for both.
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Get to Chicago by air. Chicago's O'Hare airport accepts both international and domestic flights and is one of the busiest in the country.
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Get to Chicago by road. Chicago is easily accessible by road in any direction. Consult with an automobile club for detailed directions from your area.
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Step 3
Get to Chicago by train or bus. Chicago's Union Station serves both bus and rail traffic.
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To book accommodations, contact Official Chicago Tourism Guide at (877) 244-2246 or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
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Do something different. Chicago offers budget accommodations for those willing to go the hostel route. Groups can get hostel rates as low as $27 per night.
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Go for broke. As a cosmopolitan city, Chicago has its share of 4-star accommodations that are perfect for everyone from rock stars to honeymooners.
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Step 1
Fill up on culture at the Museum of Contemporary Art. In addition to a theater and sculpture garden, this impressively large museum is also home to Puck's at the MCA, a signature Wolfgang Puck restaurant.
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Step 2
Stop and smell the roses at the Chicago Botanic Garden, home to more than 2 million plants. A tram tour and a walking tour are both available to visitors.








