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Chicago is a city endowed with a scenic
location along Lake Michigan, unsurpassed architectural beauty, a vibrant
culture pulsing with energy , and Midwest friendliness. It is home to
the blues, site of ornate theaters, and known for its die-hard
sports fans. Chicago boasts numerous world famous attractions, some of the finest
restaurants to be found anywhere, and a broad spectrum of stores and
boutiques that will satisfy the shopping needs of even the most discerning
travelers.
Founded in 1837, Chicago started out as a scrappy but
unpromising shipping town built on swampland near the mouth of the Chicago
River. Over the following century, the city grew to become the most
important transportation hub in the United States, as well as the country’s
meat packing center.
Today’s Chicago is one of the most important commercial centers
in the United States, as well as its third largest
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There are an enormous number of worthwhile tourist attractions in Chicago and we
have deliberately limited our recommendations to provide you with a
manageable list of the best places to visit. So, let's start exploring
the ThereArePlaces Chicago Travel Guide.
Everyone's Favorite Attractions
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Part 1
- Art Institute, Field Museum, Lincoln Park and Zoo, Magnificent Mile
and Water Tower Place
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Part 2
- Museum of Science and Industry, Navy Pier, Adler Planetarium, Willis
(Sears) Tower, Shedd Aquarium, Hancock Center, Buckingham Fountain
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Part 3
- Lakefront Trail, Oak Street Beach, North Avenue Beach, Grant Park,
Millennium Park
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Part 4
- Chicago Cultural Center, State Street, Wrigley Field, Calder's
Flamingo
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Part 5
- Festivals, Entertainment, Music
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Part 6
- Lake Michigan and Chicago River Cruises
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Part 7
- Planning a Trip to Chicago (Weather, Transportation, Navigating Chicago, Culinary
Capital, Neighborhoods)
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