Chicago O'Hare International Airport has 162 gates spread over four terminals. It is one of the busiest airports in the world, and during inclement weather long delays can occur. To pass the time, travelers can take advantage of an interterminal train system that connects on-site activities, shops and restaurants.
Figure out how much free time you have. Check to see if your flight is late and in which terminal it will arrive or depart.
Consider going to Hilton Chicago O'Hare's Athletic Club (703-601-1722) in the center of the airport for a workout or a massage. You can reach it via underground moving sidewalks.
Sit down and eat a relaxing dinner at the Hilton's Andiamo American/Italian restaurant or go to the Hilton's Sports Edition bar, which offers 19 satellite-connected televisions showing sports broadcasts.
Shop in the airport terminals for a variety of gifts, keeping carry-on restrictions in mind.
Spend some quiet time in the interdenominational chapel on the mezzanine level of Terminal 2.
Take the kids to the Airport Children's Museum, an aviation-oriented playground located in Terminal 2, Concourse E, East Hall.
Make a mini-production out of riding on the automated interterminal train system, which carries people to all four terminals. It's free!
Feed them at any of the dozens of fast-food eateries found in all the terminals.
Use the diaper-changing facilities in any of the women's restrooms.
