A Week in Chicago: Explore the Windy City's Best Attractions

Italo Marin

23 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure in Chicago, IL, United States. Discover iconic landmarks like Skydeck Chicago and Cloud Gate, indulge in delicious meals at Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe and Sweetgreen, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the city.

Trip to Chicago

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$67

$ 3

103rd floor of the Willis Tower with clear observation boxes & views extending to four states.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$31

9 - 11 min

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Huge outdoor sculpture shaped like a bean & allowing for views from its many mirrored sides.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

4 - 6 min

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Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$17

Day 2

$69

$ 5

Sprawling, hands-on museum full of informative, child-friendly scientific & industrial exhibits.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

5 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$19

Day 3

$86

State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

15 - 22 min

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Serving traditional Italian food since 1956 with a passion for traditional Italian dishes has created our fine menu of tried and true classics sure to impress anyones pallet.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 4

$31

$ 3

Garfield Park Conservatory - Reservations Required

184-acre park with a swimming pool, fishing lagoon, athletic fields & tennis courts.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Riverside pedestrian path featuring city views & dining, plus bridges, fishing piers & boat docks.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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By Millenium Park at Lake and Michigan, Downtown Chicago restaurant Roti Modern Mediterranean offers a menu of deliciously fresh salads, bowls, & pitas

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 5

$76

$ 3

Small, free zoo with lions, primates, reptiles, a children's area & an interactive farm exhibit.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Observatory on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Building with a tilting glass lookout 1000ft up.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$31

7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 6

$44

Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Cupitol is a new all-day lounge that brings together the best elements of a restaurant, a bakery, a cafe and an exclusive bar.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Quick casual restaurant featuring Original Italian Beef, Pizza, Burgers, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches and Salads

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 7

$34

24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$17

8 - 11 min

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Fresh salads, plates + grain bowls available for pickup and delivery every day, made in-house from scratch, using whole produce delivered that morning.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$17

Budget breakdown: $418 In total

Activities & Food:$405

Transport:$13