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Discover the Best of Chicago: 6-Day Itinerary

Manikanth Reddy Thoompally

Manikanth Reddy Thoompally

19 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant city of Chicago. Explore iconic landmarks like Skydeck Chicago, Willis Tower, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, Cloud Gate, Museum Campus, and more. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this magnificent city.

Trip to Chicago

Day 1
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$63

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$ 3

Skydeck Chicago
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
1 - 2 min

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Willis Tower
Iconic, 110-story skyscraper featuring expansive views of Chicago from its 103rd-story Skydeck.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$31
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.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 5

Navy Pier
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Cloud Gate
Huge outdoor sculpture shaped like a bean & allowing for views from its many mirrored sides.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Museum Campus
57-acre grounds with the Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium & Field Museum, plus dining & lake beach.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$38

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$ 3

Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Sprawling, hands-on museum full of informative, child-friendly scientific & industrial exhibits.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
15 - 18 min

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Buckingham Fountain
Among the world’s largest, Grant Park’s 3-level rococo fountain (1927) offers light & water shows.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$50

Grant Park
312-acre centerpiece of Downtown housing some of the city's busiest attractions.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Shedd Aquarium
State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$50
Day 5
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$64

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$ 3

Field Museum
State-of-the-art museum of science & invention, with the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$31
8 - 10 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
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$32
Day 6
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$132

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$ 5

Wrigley Field
Ivy-clad walls & manual scoreboard add retro charm to the 2nd oldest baseball stadium in the majors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$132
13 - 16 min

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Lincoln Park Zoo
Small, free zoo with lions, primates, reptiles, a children's area & an interactive farm exhibit.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Riverwalk
Riverside pedestrian path featuring city views & dining, plus bridges, fishing piers & boat docks.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $363 In total

Activities & Food:$346
Transport:$18