Visit Chicago

by eHow Editors

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For a first-time visitor, trying to see and do it all in Chicago might seem like an impossible task. Check out our guide to see the "can't miss" choices for a great time in the Windy City.

Chicago Tips

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  • How to Find Hotels in Chicago

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  • How to Catch a Chicago Cab

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  • How to Ride the L in Chicago

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  • How to Eat Like a Local in Chicago

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  • How to Find Vegan Food in Chicago

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  • How to Shop in Chicago

    Chicago, with its rich ethnic and architectural history, offers visitors and residents a wide variety of interesting shopping opportunites, from antique markets to suburban Read More

  • How to Walk the Chicago Loop

    The Loop neighborhood in downtown Chicago got its name from the loop in the elevated CTA tracks. The Loop neighborhood extends beyond the looped train tracks to the Chicago Read More

  • How to Take a Historical Tour of Chicago

    Take a historical tour of Chicago, where you will learn about the history of the city and visit famous buildings and sites. See dozens of historical landmarks along the Read More

  • How to Tour Graceland Cemetery in Chicago

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