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Chicago Adventure: 5 Days of Fun

Arlet Ferro

Arlet Ferro

29 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Chicago. Explore iconic landmarks like Cloud Gate, Millennium Park, and Buckingham Fountain. Get up close with wildlife at Lincoln Park Zoo and enjoy breathtaking views from 360 CHICAGO. Don't miss the chance to step onto the Skydeck of Willis Tower and experience the beauty of Navy Pier and Grant Park. Dive into the wonders of Shedd Aquarium and take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Riverwalk. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Chicago

Day 1
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$0

Cloud Gate
Huge outdoor sculpture shaped like a bean & allowing for views from its many mirrored sides.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Millennium Park
24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Buckingham Fountain
Among the world’s largest, Grant Park’s 3-level rococo fountain (1927) offers light & water shows.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$63

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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
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Free
9 - 11 min

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360 CHICAGO
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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$63
Day 3
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$125

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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$63
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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$63
Day 4
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$63

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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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$63
9 - 11 min

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Grant Park
312-acre centerpiece of Downtown housing some of the city's busiest attractions.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$100

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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
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$100
13 - 16 min

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Riverwalk
Riverside pedestrian path featuring city views & dining, plus bridges, fishing piers & boat docks.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $365 In total

Activities & Food:$350
Transport:$15