Family, Itineraries
Top Chicago must-dos with teens or tweens
A family vacation to Chicago will be anything but basic. And it’s an especially perfect destination if you have teens and tweens in tow. Chicago…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Museums & art
Walk through space and time at Adler Planetarium
Welcome to the Adler Planetarium, the first planetarium in the Western Hemisphere. Extending out into Lake Michigan from its Museum Campus home, Chicago’s historic planetarium…
Museums & art, Tours & attractions
20+ free things to do in Chicago year-round
Want to do Chicago on the cheap? There are tons of free museums, cultural attractions, and things to do all over the city. Get a…
Museums & art
Explore Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium
At the Shedd Aquarium, the world’s waters come alive. From awe-inspiring sharks and colorful corals at Wild Reef to the tropical wonders at Amazon Rising,…
Free & cheap
10 free off-the-beaten-path things to do in Chicago
You’ll feel just like one of the locals as you wander throughout Chicago to discover little-known gems steeped in history and artistry. Best of all,…
Museums & art
Get curious at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Ignite your curiosity at Chicago’s Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Home to more than 35,000 awe-inspiring…
LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ Chicago tours and attractions
Chicago is one of the most inclusive cities in the country, with a long and vibrant LGBTQ+ history. Come explore the local museums, tours, and…
Tours & attractions
Your guide to Navy Pier
Completed in 1916, Navy Pier is undeniably one of Chicago’s top attractions. Stretching into Lake Michigan, this year-round destination truly comes to life in the…
Architecture & history, Tours & attractions
Chicago architecture tours and cruises
From Gothic Revival survivors of the Great Chicago Fire to the birth and evolution of the modern skyscraper, the Chicago skyline is a mesmerizing homage…
Entertainment
Famous movies filmed in Chicago
Grab some popcorn and watch your favorite movies come to life in Chicago. The city has been featured on the silver screen for over a…
Tours & attractions
Discover sights and attractions near Chicago
Chicago’s jam-packed with things to do and see — but there’s also plenty of cool spots just outside the city. If you have time in…
Tours & attractions
10 Chicago day trips for an easy getaway
Summer travel might look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still soak up the season with a short, sun-filled getaway.…
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