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Chicago Attractions

Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum

(1300 S. Lake Shore Drive) is located on Chicago's Museum Campus. Opened in 1930 as the first planetarium in the western hemisphere, the Adler features new exhibits, state-of-the-art computer technology and the world's first StarRider Theater, and showcases a renowned collection of historical astronomy artifacts.

The Art Institute of Chicago

(111 S. Michigan Avenue ) presents a collection spanning 5,000 years of artistic expression.

John Hancock Observatory

(875 N. Michigan Avenue) and the Sears Tower Sky Deck (233 S. Wacker Drive) provide spectacular views spanning up to 80 miles several states from more than 1,000 feet over Chicago.

The Magnificent Mile

(Michigan Avenue from the Chicago River to Oak Street) offers over 3.1 million square feet of retail space, 460 stores, 275 restaurants, 51 hotels, 2 unique museums and a variety of sightseeing and entertainment attractions to more than 22 million visitors each year. Recent enhancements to the Magnificent Mile include additional trees and flower-filled medians that reflect the changing seasons. These aesthetic enhancements complement the unique architectural beauty famous to Chicago.

Navy Pier

(600 E. Grand Avenue) is Located on Lake Michigan, just East of Chicago’s Downtown, Navy Pier has been a Chicago landmark since it first opened in 1916. Originally designed as both a shipping and recreational facility, the Pier also served as a military training site during two world wars, a venue for concerts and exhibitions, and the temporary home for a once-fledgling University of Illinois’ Chicago campus. Today, Navy Pier showcases a unique collection of restaurants and shops in addition to unequaled recreational and exhibition facilities.

Shedd Aquarium

(1200 S. Lake Shore Drive ) is the world's largest indoor aquarium with more than 8,000 aquatic animals representing more than 700 species from all parts of the world.