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Discover the Best of Chicago: 4-Day Itinerary

Angela Arevalo

Angela Arevalo

20 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant city of Chicago. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich architecture. Join us for a 4-day adventure that will leave you in awe of the Windy City.

Day 1
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$28

Monadnock Building
Built in 1893, this notable site was at the time the largest office building in the world.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
11 - 16 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
Free
5 - 8 min

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Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$28
Day 2
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$60

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$ 5

Frederick C. Robie House
Notable 1910 Prairie-style house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, offering tours 5 days a week.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$25
16 - 20 min

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S. R. Crown Hall (IIT College of Architecture)
Landmark glass-&-steel building designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1956, offering frequent tours.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Sullivan Center
Landmark 1890s department store with a groundbreaking steel-framed design & ornamental ironwork.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
6 - 9 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
4 - 6 min

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Cherry Circle Room
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$35
Lake Shore Drive & Oakdale
No time set
Free
Day 3
+

$47

Chicago Architecture Center
Nonprofit promoting the city's built environment through tours, exhibitions & events.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$19
4 - 5 min

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Riverwalk
Riverside pedestrian path featuring city views & dining, plus bridges, fishing piers & boat docks.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Roti Modern Mediterranean
By Millenium Park at Lake and Michigan, Downtown Chicago restaurant Roti Modern Mediterranean offers a menu of deliciously fresh salads, bowls, & pitas
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$28

Budget breakdown: $140 In total

Activities & Food:$135
Transport:$5