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Chicago Adventure

Hannah Sullivan

Hannah Sullivan

22 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Chicago. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in cultural treasures, and experience the pulse of the Windy City.

Day 1Wildlife Wonders and Baseball Bliss
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$264

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$ 5

Lincoln Park Zoo
Small, free zoo with lions, primates, reptiles, a children's area & an interactive farm exhibit.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
18 - 22 min

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Wrigley Field
Ivy-clad walls & manual scoreboard add retro charm to the 2nd oldest baseball stadium in the majors.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$264
Day 2Innovation and Reflections of Steel
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$75

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$ 5

Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Sprawling, hands-on museum full of informative, child-friendly scientific & industrial exhibits.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$75
16 - 20 min

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Cloud Gate
Huge outdoor sculpture shaped like a bean & allowing for views from its many mirrored sides.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 3Discovering the Treasures of Nature and Urban Oasis
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$0

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$ 5

Museum Campus
57-acre grounds with the Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium & Field Museum, plus dining & lake beach.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Millennium Park
24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 4Unveiling Ancient Mysteries and Lakeside Fun
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$63

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$ 5

Field Museum
State-of-the-art museum of science & invention, with the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$63
9 - 11 min

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Navy Pier
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 5Aquatic Marvels and Artistic Masterpieces
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$164

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$ 5

Shedd Aquarium
State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$100
6 - 8 min

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The Art Institute of Chicago
Renowned art museum holding nearly 300,000 works from all over the world, spanning many centuries.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$64

Budget breakdown: $591 In total

Activities & Food:$566
Transport:$25