Looking for something even bigger? Check out Brookfield Zoo located about 45 minutes from downtown. Although many of the animals live inside during the winter, it's still open for Zoo Lights, a magnificent display of Christmas lights that twinkle in the night sky for several weeks in December. It's FREE! Supported by taxpayers and private donations, the Lincoln Park Zoo has hundreds of rare animals that rival some of the best collections in the world. When is the last time you visited a zoo for free? When you vacation in Chicago, check out the Lincoln Park Zoo. Several floors of ancient artifacts and collections center around a massive T-Rex named Sue. If it's natural history you crave, then a visit to the Field Museum is definitely in order. The Art Institute is world-renowned for its incredible collections of classic masterpieces as well as unique artifacts.
If you're an art lover, check out the Art Institute or Museum of Contemporary Art. Second only to New York City, Chicago boasts some of the best museums in the United States.
It boasts magnificent views of Lake Michigan and the city. Looking to dine a little higher up? Check out the Signature Room on the 95 th floor of the Hancock building. Trump Tower offers a restaurant and bar on the 16 th floor with great views of the Chicago River and Wrigley building. The Hancock Building and Willis Tower both offer interactive experiences that will make you think twice about stepping close to the edge. The best Chicago attractions are located 1,000 feet above ground. If you're afraid of heights, Chicago is probably not the best place to visit.
There are several reputable ghost tour companies operating from downtown Chicago and many of them offer convenient pickup locations near popular hotels and intersections. The Great Chicago Fire, The Eastland Disaster and The Iroquois Theatre fire have all contributed to making Chicago a hotbed for paranormal activity. Some significant events in the history of Chicago have made it one of the most haunted places to visit in the Midwest. One of the lesser-known tour opportunities in Chicago happens after nightfall. You will also travel over Michigan Avenue Bridge, connecting the South and North part of the city over the Chicago River and continue on the famous Magnificent Mile. The tour will take you through Grant Park, and Millennium Park. Big Bus Tours of Chicago is the best way to see the city and explore at your own pace. Boasting a half-day itinerary that covers all major points of interest in downtown Chicago, the land tour. To experience the best of Chicago, it's essential to see the city from both perspectives. If this is your first time visiting the "Windy City," we suggest purchasing tickets for a variety of Chicago tours that will help to navigate all the different neighborhoods and tourist attractions.
Although walk-able in some respects, "The Loop" is about 1.5 square miles and that is just a small portion of the downtown area. The downtown area is divided into several neighborhoods consisting of "The Loop," South Loop, West Loop, River North and Old Town. As with many cities in the northern United States, the best time of year to visit Chicago is May through October.
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