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Weekend Getaways to Chicago

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WWith attractions and activities galore, Chicago is everyone's kind of town. See all the famous sights, then catch a show in the theatre district or a Cubs game at historic Wrigley Field, followed by a late-night visit to a blues club or jazz bar. Culture hounds will delight in the multitude of museums, including the prestigious Art Institute and the Chicago Historical Society. Families will find plenty to do at Navy Pier and to explore at the Field Museum and the Lincoln Park Zoo. You could spend all day strolling through Hyde Park or shopping along the Magnificent Mile. Discover vibrant ethnic neighbourhoods, architectural landmarks, delicious restaurants and world-class hotels. From the top of the Sears Tower to the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago offers so much to do, visitors keep coming back for more.
 
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Don't-Miss Attractions
TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten track, but all are worth a visit.
MuseumsMuseums
Art Institute of Chicago: This Classical Renaissance structure, guarded by two bronze lions at its entrance, boasts one of the world's great art collections, including the trademark "American Gothic".
Address: 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: 312 443 3600
Admission fee
The Field Museum: One of America's premier natural-history museums, the Field's "Live over Time" exhibit now houses "Sue", the largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered.
Address: 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: 312 922 9410
Admission fee
Chicago History Museum: This museum brings the Second City's long and colourful history to life, with exhibits on everything from the Great Fire of 1871 to the city's rich sporting background.
Address: 1601 N Clark St , Chicago, Illinois
Phone: 312-642-4600
Admission fee
Architectural landmarkArchitectural landmark
Willis Tower: A ride to the top of the city's tallest building gives you a panoramic view of the architecture, neighbourhoods and lake that make Chicago unique.
Address: 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: 312-875-9447
Admission fee
Water Tower Place: A true Chicago landmark, this 1869 structure was one of a very few buildings to survive the 1871 fire. Today, it is home to the City Gallery, an exhibition space for Chicago photos and photographers.
Address: 835 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: (312) 440-3166
Free
Family funFamily fun
Lincoln Park Zoo: Established in 1868, this 35-acre, beautifully landscaped zoo is one of America's last free-admission zoos. The Great Ape House has one of the best assemblages of gorillas and chimpanzees in the world.
Address: 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: 312-742-2000
Navy Pier: Chicago's top tourist attraction offers 50 acres of parks, gardens (beer and botanical), shops, restaurants, cultural attractions and a 150-foot Ferris wheel.
Address: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: 312-595-7437
NightlifeNightlife
Green Mill: Once a haunt of Al Capone's, this oldest jazz club in the USA opened in 1907, and retains the aura of the Prohibition-era speakeasies.
Address: 4802 N. Broadway Ave, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: 773-878-5552
Buddy Guy's Legends: Buddy Guy's Legends include his own reputation, plus the amazing array of local and national blues performers drawn to this music hotspot.
Address: 700 South Wabash, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: 312 427 1190
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RestaurantsRestaurants
Fogo de Chao: Meat lovers can indulge in a never-ending parade of 15 types of grilled meats brought directly to the table. A salad bar and a variety of side dishes, from fried bananas to mashed potatoes, round out the meal at this Brazilian restaurant.
Address: 661 N Lasalle St, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: (312) 932-9330
BIN 36: You'll find contemporary American cuisine on the menu at this restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The artisan cheese menu contains over 50 selections and there's a huge menu of wines served by the glass. An express lunch menu promises to have you in, fed and out in 36 minutes!
Address: 339 N Dearborn St, Chicago, Illinois
Phone: (312) 755-9463
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Chicago Trip Lists

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What to do in Chicago
Where to Stay
Our editorial team selected local hotels and resorts that have good reputations and good deals. Because we know travellers' budgets differ vastly, we chose hotels at different price points rather than listing the city's top five hotels, which might all be in the same price range.
Luxury hotelsLuxury hotels
Conrad Chicago
Popularity index: #5 in Chicago
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Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
Popularity index: #12 in Chicago
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Moderate hotelsModerate hotels
Amalfi Hotel Chicago
Popularity index: #16 in Chicago
Booking.com Excellent choice, Low rates
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MileNorth, A Chicago Hotel
Popularity index: #23 in Chicago
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Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago
Popularity index: #8 in Chicago
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown
Popularity index: #25 in Chicago
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Recommended Reading
"Chicago with Kids: Where to Stay & What to do"  Family Vacation Critic
Chicago with Kids: Where to Stay & What to do
"Best of Chicago"  Travel + Leisure Magazine, 1 Jul 2005
With groundbreaking urban design and a bumper crop of inventive new restaurants and shops, Chicago may well be the most vibrant city in America today.
"An Online Update for Frommer's Chicago"  Frommer's, 25 Nov 2004
From international dining to sizzling nightlife, the Windy City offers visitors a dazzling array of sights and sounds.
"Shopping in the U.S."  webwombat.com
Exploring the unique and offbeat shops of Chicago.
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