How to Visit Chicago on a Budget

View of Chicago from Navy Pier

A trip to Chicago can be enjoyed on any budget. There are so many free things to see and do that will fit in to any lifestyle!

Instructions

1. Check out web sites for places like the Museum of Science and Industry, the Adler Planetarium and the Garfield Park Conservatory for free admission dates before you plan your trip.

2. 

   Go to Navy Pier for Free Live entertainment. For family entertainment including singing, juggling, magic and more visit the Family Pavilion. Or for adult entertainment try the Bud Light Stage for free live music.

   Also at Navy Pier enjoy free admission to the Smith Museum of Stained Glass and the beautiful Crystal Gardens.

3. Schedule your trip around one of the great free festivals Chicago has to offer like the Grant Park Music Festival, the Chicago Country Music Festival or the Taste of Chicago.

   Chicago also has a number of museums that offer free admission regularly.

4. Free trolleys connect to many of Chicago's destinations including their most popular museums, shopping and the Lincoln Park Zoo which also has free admission.