Chicago has countless amazing things to see and do. From architectural river tours and important works of art to segwaying past the “Bean” at Millennium Park and stepping out onto the Ledge 1353 feet over the city, every day is another opportunity to experience something you will never forget.
Attractions
Skydeck Chicago
Featuring spectacular views spanning up to four states and The Ledge for those who dare
maggie daley park
Named in honor of Mayor Daley’s wife, this dynamic park, adjacent to Millennium Park, a must-do for families
city mini golf
This 18-hole miniature golf course, located in beautiful Maggie Daley Park, features unique Chicago themed obstacles throughout the course
360 Chicago
Magnificent views on the Mag-Mile with a daring option to Tilt over the street below
lincoln park zoo
This 35-acre facility, now featuring ZooLights throughout the holiday season, is one of the oldest zoo’s in the country
navy pier
Chicago’s lakefront treasure is where you will find restaurants, rides and much more
millennium park
From Cloud Gate, aka “The Bean” to the ice skating, Millennium Park is the spot to begin your explorations
chicago architecture center
The city’s starting point for all things architecture, design and history
Boat Tours
shoreline sightseeing
Head out for informative Lake Michigan and architecture river tours departing daily from Michigan Ave. and Navy Pier
kayak chicago
As you paddle down the river, this one-of-a-kind experience gives you a whole new perspective of the city
chicago's first lady
The official architecture river tour of the Chicago Architecture Center
wendella sightseeing
This family-owned sightseeing company offers 45 & 90-minute river tours as well as a 90-minute river and lake tour
island party boat
A floating tiki bar with daily Lake Michigan and Chicago River tours
Segway Tours
steve's segway tours
Glide through Chicago and experience the most interesting and scenic destinations and landmarks, courtesy of expert tour guides
Specialty Tours
Chicago architecture center
Offering a diverse selection of walking, bus and ‘L tours that showcase Chicago’s architecture
Chicago Crime Tours
Guided bus and walking tours investigate gangsters like Al Capone & John Dillinger
AOT transportation
For a truly special tour, why not hire your own car and driver for sightseeing YOUR way
Museums
chicago architecture center
The city’s starting point for all things architecture, design and history.
Art Institute
Founded in 1879, this Chicago treasure is one of the nation’s oldest and largest art museums
museum of science and industry
The largest science center in the Western hemisphere featuring dozens of interesting and interactive exhibits
field museum
Situated on the Museum Campus this natural history institution is also home to a T-Rex named Sue
shedd Aquarium
Situated on the Museum Campus and home to thousands of species of beautiful fish and marine life
Points of Interest
Chicago Cultural Center
This historical building featuring the world’s largest Tiffany glass dome, is Chicago’s hub for all things Culture
merchandise mart
This massive art deco structure was the largest building in the world when completed in 1930
Grant Park
Named in honor of Ulysses S. Grant and is set between Lake Michigan and the Loop
Harold Washington Library
Escape a rainy day with a good book under the Winter Garden
Rookery Building
Designed by Daniel Burnham and is one of the most architecturally significant buildings in Chicago
Cloud Gate
Cloud Gate by Anish Kapoor is the centerpiece of Millennium Park and an Instagram favorite
Picasso Sculpture
This untitled sculpture by Pablo Picasso is located in the Loop’s Daley Plaza
water crib
These unique offshore structures protect water intakes that supply drinking water to the city
fort dearborn
At the intersection of Michigan Ave. and Wacker Dr. and originally built in 1803 as a military fort