7 Days in the Windy City!

Lyly

9 Mar 2024

Join me on an epic adventure through the vibrant streets of Chicago! From towering skyscrapers to world-class museums, this itinerary is packed with excitement and exploration. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture and stunning architecture of the Windy City!

Trip to Chicago

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1360° Thrills and Imaginative Delights

1920 W Belmont Ave

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Day 2Unleashing the Curious Mind at the Museum of Science and Industry

$113

$ 15

1920 W Belmont Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$113

Day 3Discovering the Serene Beauty of Museum Campus

$ 23

1920 W Belmont Ave

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22 - 27 min

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57-acre grounds with the Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium & Field Museum, plus dining & lake beach.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Public sculpture with 2 50-ft. LED towers & a reflecting pool, by Catalan artist Jaume Plensa.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Dive into Aquatic Wonders and Marvel at Buckingham Fountain

$150

$ 23

1920 W Belmont Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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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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$150

5 - 6 min

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Among the world’s largest, Grant Park’s 3-level rococo fountain (1927) offers light & water shows.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Unearthing Ancient Treasures and Gazing at the Iconic Cloud Gate

$94

$ 23

1920 W Belmont Ave

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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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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$94

8 - 10 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Embracing Nature's Splendor at Garfield Park Conservatory and Bahá'í House of Worship

$ 30

1920 W Belmont Ave

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21 - 26 min

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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

18 - 22 min

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Long-standing drawbridge honoring a founder of Chicago & decorated with sculptures & plaques.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

41 - 50 min

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Baha'i temple, one of 8 in the world, featuring a 135-ft white-stone dome completed in 1953.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Basking in the Grandeur of Millennium Park

$ 15

1920 W Belmont Ave

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23 - 28 min

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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

Budget breakdown: $484 In total

Activities & Food:$357

Transport:$128