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Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
McCormick Place
Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.
Navy Pier
A Ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
Grant Park
Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Michigan Avenue
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Chicago Riverwalk
Stroll along the waterfront of the Chicago River to pass some of the city’s most appealing attractions and appreciate how a once grim area has been successfully revamped.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in South Side
South Loop
South of downtown Chicago, this neighborhood features cultural activities, sports and convention centers and a great dining and nightlife scene.
Hyde Park
Art and history abound in this architecturally impressive and leafy neighborhood between Washington Park and the shores of Lake Michigan.
Near South Side
Travelers choose Near South Side for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Grant Park.
Bronzeville
Travelers choose Bronzeville for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Station or Indiana Station and check out top sights like Lake Michigan.
Chinatown
If you're spending time in Chinatown, you might enjoy attractions like Ping Tom Memorial Park and Chinese American Museum of Chicago. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Cermak-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
Lower West Side
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Lower West Side. Canalport Riverwalk Park and Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Damen Station (Pink Line) or 18th Station (Pink Line) to get around the larger area.
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