Chicago
Attractions – In every block of Chicago
there is something noteworthy to see and learn about.
From the Sears Tower Skydeck (Which is a sight to
behold while standing on the deck with the wind rushing
by you. With over 40-50 miles of visibility it is
a truly awesome sight) to the Magnificent Mile (so
many shops and restaurants in one mile it boggles
the mind). There are so many Chicago
attractions to visit and see.
Chicago houses the world’s largest fountain,
Buckingham Fountain and one of the world’s most
expensive Tiffany stained glass windows that you’ll
at the Chicago cultural center to
name just a few of the fascinating facts you’ll
learn as you sightsee in the great city of Chicago.
When you have an afternoon spend it with the 2,000
animals that are housed in the Brookfield Zoo or visit
the beach and Navy Pier where you can spend an entire
day just relaxing and take a ride on the huge ferris
wheel.
Just a few of the many amazing sites are listed below
and are our choice for the Top 10 Chicago
Attractions, but there are a lot more.
In fact, with all the things to do and see in Chicago,
you couldn’t begin to see them all.
Sears Tower Skydeck
233 S. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: (312) 875-9696
On the 103rd floor of the Sears Tower is the Skydeck.
It is a sight to behold standing on the deck with
the wind rushing by you. With over 40-50 miles of
visibility it is a truly awesome sight. Be sure to
visit the excellent restaurants for a meal or just
a snack when you’re through.
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 595-PIER
For lunch or a stroll, shopping, dining or relaxing
Navy Pier has everything you need to have a splendid
day, including a huge Ferris wheel and an awesome
view of the lakefront. There’s a little something
to make everyone happy.
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
951 Chicago Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302
Phone: (708) 848-1976
It took 13 million dollars and 13 years to restore
this Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio to it’s
best. It’s a treat for all to see and enjoy
seeing the work of one of the finest architects of
all time.
Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road
Brookfield, IL 60513
There are over 2,000 animals in this fantastic zoo.
Make sure to take an entire day to enjoy all the sites
the Brookfield Zoo has to offer. It’s complete
with gift shops and plenty of dining choices.
The Hancock Observatory
875 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (888) 875-VIEW
Take the open-air skywalk and take in tall the breathtaking
scenery of IL and the surrounding states. At the Hancock
Observatory you can see Wisconsin, Michigan and Indiana.
Truly worth the time you’ll love what you see.
Chicago Air & Water Show
North Avenue Beach
Chicago, IL
Every August Chicago holds a two-day Air and Water
Show. The United States’ Navy Blue Angels will
keep you enthralled and best of all it’s a free
event. Millions of people attend this great event.
Magnificent Mile
Michigan Ave. Chicago River to Oak St
Chicago, IL
From Chicago River to Oak Street is a one-mile stretch
of land that is called the Magnificent Mile. It has
no less than 460 stores, 275 restaurants and 51 hotels
as well as much to see and visit. Now that’s
a lot in one mile. Enjoy!
Time Escape at Navy Pier
700 E. Grand Avenue, South Arcade
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 755-9600
A Robot will explain to you what you will see on this
time travel thrilling adventure. It’s a ride
that takes off every 10 minutes and is between 14
to twenty minutes in length. Time Escape at Navy Pier
gives information on the Great Chicago Fire of 1871
as well as more fascinating Chicago history.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington Street
Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: (312) 744-6630
Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs uses the Chicago
Cultural Center for hundreds of programs and shows
throughout the year. It also has one of the largest
Tiffany stained glass domes in the world. Valued at
a whopping $35,000,000 it is a breathtaking sight
to behold.
Buckingham Fountain
Congress Parkway & Columbus Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: (312) 747-2474
One of the largest fountains in the world is Buckingham
Fountain. From it’s center it shoots a stream
of water 150 feet into the air. This fountain can
hold approximately 1.5 million gallons of water and
that’s an awful lot of water.
Make sure you check out our tours page where we have
more Chicago attractions listed. Also if you would
like to book a hotel in Chicago please use the link
below. We have descriptions on many Chicago hotels
ranging from luxury to discount hotels.