- A - Art Institute of Chicago
First established in 1879, Chicago's Art Institute is one of America's finest. Its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections include 30 of Monet's works, Van Gogh's Bedroom in Arles and Self Portrait. This institute has more to offer than paintings as it also houses a photography collection along with George F. Harding's collection of arms and armour reflecting the Medieval Period and Renaissance. - B - John G. Shedd Aquarium
This large aquarium was founded in 1930 and for a considerable time was the largest aquarium of its kind on the planet. It welcomes over two million visitors a year and contains over 2,000 species of marine life. In 2006 it was named as Chicago's second most popular cultural attraction. - C - Lincoln Park Zoo
Attracting up to 3 million visitors a year, Chicago's Zoo is home to all creatures great and small! It has a strong focus on conservation and the kids will love it! - D - Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile is the name given to the stretch along Chicago's Michigan Avenue to Oak Street. The Magnificent Mile has over three million square feet of retail space incorporating 460 stores, 275 restaurants, 51 hotels, two unique museums and a variety of sightseeing and entertainment attractions to more than 22 million visitors each year. - E - Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile is the name given to the stretch along Chicago's Michigan Avenue to Oak Street. The Magnificent Mile has over three million square feet of retail space incorporating 460 stores, 275 restaurants, 51 hotels, two unique museums and a variety of sightseeing and entertainment attractions to more than 22 million visitors each year. - F - Navy Pier
On the shores of Lake Michigan lies this 3,100 foot pier. It is one of Chicago's most popular attractions due to its varied offerings. It houses a Ferris wheel, a carousel, an IMAX theatre and a myriad of shops and restaurants. It also incorporates a garden park for less taxing activities. - G - Oakbrook Center
Located in the Chicago suburb of Oak Brook this outdoor mall is the largest open-air centre in the USA. Stores such as Banana Republic, Lord & Taylor, Sears and Macy's are located here. There are also many restaurants to choose from ranging from the usual fast food chains to a couple of speciality restaurants. - H - Sears Tower
The tallest building in the USA and visited by over 1.5 million people, it spans an incredible 110 floors and lines for the 70 second elevator can be long. However, your patience will be rewarded as the views from the top are breathtaking. It also hosts a multimedia attraction for children called SkyDeck. - I - Six Flags Great America
This theme park is for both the young and young at heart! It has all the excitement of thrill rides and fun you would expect of a wonderful theme park and also boasts Hurricane Harbor, a 13 acre water park to cool off in during Chicago's hot summer. - J - The Field Museum
Although home to many artefacts it is perhaps best known for its 65 million year old dinosaur named Sue, this being the closest to complete skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus Rex ever found. It is also home to the world's first ever 3D interactive museum gallery. Amongst the other exhibits are the "mammals of Asia" and "mammals of Africa" attractions. - K - The Green City Market
A weekend tradition for natives of Chicago and tourists alike, this farmers market offers the very freshest produce. A variety of vegetables, a wide choice of fresh fruit along with a variety of cheeses and bread, amongst the many culinary delights to tem - L - Water Tower Place
One of Chicago's most centrally located indoor shopping malls Water Tower Place is home to some of America's favourite stores such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Banana Republic, Eagle Outfitters and Victoria's Secret. - M - Wrigley Field
This famous baseball stadium, built in 1914, has been home to the Chicago Cubs since 1916, making it the second oldest Major League ballpark behind Fenway Park. Tours of the historic stadium are provided on a 90 minute basis and allow guests the opportunity to visit the dugouts, the bleachers and Wrigley Field's mezzanine suites. This is a nostalgic tour which no baseball fan should miss.
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