Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Chicago is a city that offers something for every visitor. Sports, culture, shopping and theater are just a few of the attractions on offer in The Windy City. With Lake Michigan providing a stunning backdrop to this bustling destination, the most difficult decision for most tourists will be what to explore first.
The Art Institute of Chicago houses an art museum containing over 300,000 works of art. Noted for its extensive Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, the museum also hosts a number of exhibitions each year. These vary from Renaissance classics to contemporary American art. Families are catered for with art-making activities and games.
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 606603
312-443-3600
artic.edu
While Chicago's Sears Tower enjoyed worldwide fame when it was the world's tallest building, the John Hancock Observatory across town offers views just as impressive and a more tourist friendly experience. Various admission packages are available with the Total Tower Experience offering admission, an Open-Air SkyWalk and a souvenir. The Lavazza Expression Cafe on the 94th floor serves coffees, snacks, beer and wine.
John Hancock Observatory
875 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-751-3681
hancockobservatory.com
The Magnificent Mile is situated on Chicago's Michigan Avenue. A shopper's paradise, more than 460 exclusive stores and 200 restaurants can be found within just eight blocks. There may be less expensive ways to spend a few hours in Chicago but shopping, wining and dining along the Magnificent Mile is a memorable experience.
The Magnificent Mile
Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
312-409-5560
themagnificentmile.com
Navy Pier is the place in Chicago where locals and tourist mingle to enjoy the array of entertainments on offer. Parks, theaters, shops and restaurants will keep both adults and children entertained. Family friendly events include the Chicago Children's Museum and the Navy Pier AeroBalloon, which takes passengers up 35 stories in the air for panoramic views of the city. Located on Lake Michigan, boat rides are available. For evening entertainment, Navy Pier is a venue for early evening dining.
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
800-595-7437
navypier.com
A tour of Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, embraces over 90 years of Major League Baseball history. The second-oldest major league ballpark has seen some of the sport's most historic moments including Babe Ruth's 'called shot', the 1947, 1962 and 1990 All-Star Games and Sammy Sosa's 60th home runs in 1998, 1999 and 2001. Tours of the ballpark include visiting the Cubs' clubhouse, dugouts, on-deck circles and bleachers. Tours begin at Gate D every half hour, April to October.
Wrigley Field
773-404-2827
chicago.cubs.mlb.com