How to Have a Good Time in Downtown Chicago
The Windy City offers many fun and interesting things to do throughout the year. If you're planning a vacation with friends and family or you're alone and looking for a awesome time in the Chicago area, here are some things to explore.
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Some of the most popular landmarks around are the Sears Tower, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain and Chicago Cultural Center. You can take pictures of the beautiful skylines, see the a great view of Chicago in Sears Tower or have some entertainment and fun at Navy Pier.
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Learn a thing or two visiting museums. There are plenty of different museums, and the museums are not too far from one another. If you enjoy art, take a look at the Art Institute. If you have kids, they will definitely love the Museum of Science and Industry, Field Museum or the Shedd Aquarium. There are many fun exhibits that also prove to be a good educational experience.
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In the summer, never underestimate the amount of fun Chicago can bring. Taste of Chicago, the Water and Air Show and the Chicago Blues Festival, to name a few, bring in millions of people each year for great entertainment.
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Rest yourself after an exhausting yet exciting day in the Chicago area by staying in downtown Chicago at one of the best hotels in the city. The Marriott, Hilton, Congress Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and more are located in this part of the city.
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Rest your feet on the trolley bus for some city sightseeing while the tour guide explains the history of areas you are viewing.
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Tips & Warnings
If you want your stay in Chicago to be memorable, be sure to take a camera and snap pictures of buildings, places and even people that might seem interesting.
Take your experience in the city even further by shopping within the Chicago Loop. There are dozens of stores (Macy's, TJ Maxx, Nordstrom, H&M, Water Tower and more) to shop in. If you want to grab something to eat, stop by at Giordano's (serving one of the best pizzas in town), Mr. Beef and Harry Caray's.
