Things to do in Illinois

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Sights
33 places
Museums
81 places
Outdoors
24 places
Entertainment
13 places
Routes
12 places
Shopping
16 places
Nightlife
21 places

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The most visited in Illinois

Historical Monuments in Chicago

The Bean

(72)

Of Cultural Interest in Chicago

Navy Pier

(44)

8 activities

Viewpoints in Chicago

Willis Tower

(38)

4 activities

Of Cultural Interest in Chicago

John Hancock Tower

(21)

Of Cultural Interest in Chicago

Downtown Chicago

(31)

The Most Popular Museums

Museums in Chicago

The Field Museum

(7)

1 activity

Museums in Chicago

Museum of Contemporary Art

(4)

1 activity

Museums in Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago

(6)

1 activity

Museums in Chicago

Museum of Science and Industry Chicago

(3)

Museums in Chicago

Adler Planetarium

(5)

2 activities

Iconic Monuments

Historical Monuments in Chicago

The Bean

(72)

Historical Monuments in Chicago

Chicago Water Tower

(24)

1 activity

Historical Monuments in Chicago

Elks National Veterans Memorial

(2)

Historical Monuments in Chicago

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Historical Monuments in Chicago

Bridges of Chicago

(3)

The Most Beautiful Parks

Gardens in Chicago

Millenium Park

(11)

1 activity

Gardens in Chicago

Lincoln Park

(6)

4 activities

Gardens in Chicago

Seneca Park

(1)

Gardens in Chicago

Chicago Riverwalk

(4)

Gardens in Chicago

Grant Park

(2)

2 activities

Famous Statues

Statues in Chicago

Crown Fountain

(7)

Statues in Chicago

Chicago Picasso

(3)

Statues in Chicago

God Bless America Statue Chicago

(1)

Statues in Chicago

Miró's Chicago

(1)

Statues in Chicago

Statue of Nicolaus Copernicus

Neighborhoods to Explore

Neighborhoods in Chicago

The Loop

(17)

Neighborhoods in Chicago

Historic Michigan Boulevard District

(1)

Neighborhoods in Chicago

Streeterville

(1)

Neighborhoods in Chicago

Wrigleyville

(1)

Neighborhoods in Chicago

Loop

(2)

The top 261 attractions in Illinois

Historical Monuments in Chicago

The Bean

(72)

The truth is one will be fascinated when they prove the perfection that is this piece of work. Don´t rely on the people that say

Of Cultural Interest in Chicago

Navy Pier

(44)

Pier Park is the amusement park at Navy Pier. The star attraction is a gigantic ferris wheel 150 feet high, from which you can get

8 activities

Viewpoints in Chicago

Willis Tower

(38)

It doesn´t matter that everyone knows it, that you think its very seen, or if you feel like something different. You cannot leave

4 activities

Of Cultural Interest in Chicago

John Hancock Tower

(21)

This magnificent viewpoint is on the 94th floor of Hancock Tower. Although it seems very high, the ascent from the basement only t

Of Cultural Interest in Chicago

Downtown Chicago

(31)

This is one of the most spectacular cities in the US. It has a historic centre full of contrasts - from one of the world's tallest

Historical Monuments in Chicago

Chicago Water Tower

(24)

It's amazing. I remember my father telling me over and over again how great it was, and when I saw the water tower, I understood w

1 activity

Neighborhoods in Chicago

The Loop

(17)

The Loop is a structure of iron and railways, it is a raised train which connects the city by way of a 'loop'. You have probably s

Gardens in Chicago

Millenium Park

(11)

This huge park borders the central part of the city on one side, with the port of Chicago on the other. It gives residents and vis

1 activity

Stadiums in Chicago

United Center

(11)

In true local style, I raised my hand and got a taxi to the United Center, where the Chicago Bulls were playing. The best thing ab

Lakes in Chicago

Chicago River

(8)

Flowing through one of the most remarkable areas in Chicago, the river is one of the biggest attractions of the city. Damn, I thou

1 activity

Of Touristic Interest in Chicago

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

(5)

The first time I saw the tour I knew I had seen it before. Its designer, Adrian Smith also built the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, so the

Statues in Chicago

Crown Fountain

(7)

This fountain in Chicago was designed by the Barcelona sculptor and artist Jaume Plensa. Its design is two vertical blocks wrapped

Museums in Chicago

The Field Museum

(7)

The Field Museum is the jewel of the Chicago museums, which is by no means an understatement. Starting with the impressive classic

1 activity

Of Cultural Interest in Chicago

Jay Pritzker Pavilion

(5)

The Jay Pritzker Pavilion is a special ampitheatre for open-air concerts. It was designed by the architect Frank Gehry and is buil

Museums in Chicago

Museum of Contemporary Art

(4)

Known simply by its initials, MCA, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago is located next to the Water Tower Place and behind Sen

1 activity

Of Touristic Interest in Chicago

Marina City

(6)

Traveling by boat down the Chicago River, this is one of the most eye-drawing skyscrapers. As we explained, is for residential use

Beaches in Chicago

Ohio Street Beach

(2)

Accustomed to our beaches in Spain, it was "different" to me. Located at 400 N. Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, this beach has skyscr

Of Cultural Interest in Chicago

Michigan Avenue Bridge

(7)

Of the 38 bridges spanning the Chicago River as it passes through the city of the same name, the most famous is undoubtedly the Mi

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Activities in Illinois

GetYourGuide

Chicago River Architecture Cruise: Skip-the-Ticket-Office

(898)

starting from

35.05 £

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Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket

(488)

starting from

25.29 £

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Chicago: Go City All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

(92)

starting from

82 £

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Chicago: Mob and Crime Bus Tour

(92)

starting from

32.41 £

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Chicago: 360 Chicago Observation Deck Skip-the-Line Ticket

(79)

starting from

19.84 £

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