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Chicago is the third largest city in the United States and has a lot to offer you during a tour. Spread across an area of 234 square miles, Chicago is currently home to over 2,853,114 people. A city that never sleeps, Chicago won’t fail to impress you with its happening nightlife. This city is very special indeed, and has prompted umpteen movie makers and writers to weave stories set in this remarkable Windy City. You are sure to be spellbound with the myriad tourist attractions of here, and you can be rest assured you will be spell bound for years to come. Chicago is considered to be one of the 15 most desirable places to live in. The best time to explore this wonderful American city is between April and October, when Chicago experiences pleasant weather. Do avoid touring Chicago during the monsoons, and unless you are well prepared, make it a point to avoid stopping by during the winter too.
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Top 10 Adventures & Activities in Chicago
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Explore Navy Pier -Navy Pier is one of the most famous landmarks of Chicago, and is not to be missed during a tour. Though designed as a shipping and recreational facility, this place also served as a military training site during the World Wars. Navy Pier features a musical carousel, a 150-foot Ferris wheel, an 18-hole miniature golf course, and an old swing ride. This is not all- there is a 1500 seat Skyline Stage featuring musical performances of different varieties, ranging from classical to jazz. You also get to watch the best views of the city from the East End of Navy Pier.
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Art Institute of Chicago -For those of you who appreciate art, a visit to the Art Institute of Chicago is sure to be a treat. Featuring a stupendous collection of European paintings, decorative art and other amazing masterpieces, this institute is simply enchanting. Here, you will also get to see a good collection of American and American Indian exhibits of wood sculptures, ceramics, textiles, furniture, masks and beadwork. There are more than 1500 paintings and sculptures to be seen at this one-stop art platform, which makes the Art Institute of Chicago a center which houses some of the finest collections of the Department of Modern and Contemporary Art.
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Field Museum of Natural History - Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History has a great collection of biological and anthropological discoveries that have their roots in the Columbian Exposition of 1893. This museum offers educational programs for one and all about birds, animals and other animal groups. A visit to the Field Museum of Natural History would be particularly beneficial for kids who have a budding interest in science and history, thanks to its marvellous collection centered on gems, fossils, Eskimos, biology, bird habitats and sea mammals. Check out the museum’s official website for more information.
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Frank Lloyd Wright Home - Get a peek inside the history of Chicago’s architecture with a visit to the Frank Lloyd Wright Home. This vintage home houses one of the museums that are maintained by the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust. After a few years, the historical Frank Lloyd Wright Home went through a restoration procedure that got over after a large span of 13 years, with an expense of over $3 million.
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John G. Shedd Aquarium -The John G. Shedd Aquarium is the largest indoor aquarium in the world, and is home to more than a whopping 8000 aquatic fish and mammal species, including breathtaking sea turtles, sharks, eels, saltwater fish, starfish, seahorses and much, much more. The experienced diversin this aquarium even hand-feed the sharks! Ideally located on Chicago’s Museum Campus, John G. Shedd Aquarium organizes a special event called ‘Tots on Tuesdays’ especially for toddlers and kids who are bound to be left speechless, thanks to the burst of colour in this aquarium. During this event, various fun activities like story time sessions, ‘animal touch’ programs, costume parties, dancing, singing, and craft sessions are organized.
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Sears Tower Sky Deck - For those seeking an ultimate adventurous experience during their Chicago tour, Sears Tower Sky Deck is the place to be. A view from the 103rd floor of this tower is simply amazing and gives you a true bird’s eye view of Chicago from the top of the Sears Tower Sky Deck. This tower boasts of high-tech and high powered telescopes that offer a detailed glimpses of this remarkable melting pot of various American cultures. To satiate your taste buds, you also have an option to dine at a great Mexican restaurant housed within the Willis Sears Tower Sky Deck. The elevators in this tower are all equipped with 50-inch screens. In the Sky Deck, you will also get to learn about Chicago’s history through an interactive and museum-quality exhibit.
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Wrigley Field -The Wrigley Field in Chicago is a sports lover’s dream come true, and is a must visit for adventure and fitness enthusiasts. This huge baseball stadium has been serving as a great venue for several baseball matches ever since its foundation in 1914. Initially, this field was able to accommodate up to 14,000 people only, but it now has a capacity to accommodate up to 41,160 people at any given time. To start with, Wrigley Field has some great features like the old, but still charming hand turned scoreboard, a main entry marquee, rooftop seats and Ivy-covered outfield walls.
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Museum of Contemporary Art - Chicago is a city that knows how to appreciate art, and this is evident from the fact that it houses many art museums like the Museum of Contemporary Art. Established in 1945, this museum has a most sought after collection of contemporary art. Featuring not just art items, this museum also has a restaurant serving delicious food. A gift store, book store, terraced sculpture garden, 300-seat theatre and an enchanting view of Lake Michigan are some of the other things that make a visit to the Museum of Contemporary Arts worth it.
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Lincoln Park Zoo -Surprise your kids by taking them to the Lincoln Park Zoo. Counted among the oldest zoological gardens of the country, this zoo was established in 1868. Every year, more than three million visitors visit this park. Children can learn a lot about animals with a single visit to this zoo. The best thing about Lincoln Park Zoo is that it is open round the year. Here, you will also get to see some of the endangered species. Special attractions of this zoo include the 4D Virtual Safari Simulator, Safari Audio Tour, Paddle Boat, LPZOO Express Train Ride and Swan Boat Ride.
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Chicago River Boat Tour -Get yourself hooked for an ultimate adventurous experience in the form of a Chicago River Boat Tour. You have options galore when it comes to choosing a river boat tour in Chicago. Most of the cruises in Chicago start from Navy Pier and are available all through the year. Odyssey, Mystic Blue, Shoreline Sightseeing, Seadog, The Redwitch Sailboat, Mercury Cruiseline, Spirit of Chicago and Tall Ship Windy are some of the best cruises in Chicago.
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