Chicago Destinations

Craig Smyser

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1200 Iroquois Ave

Naperville, IL 60563

630-420-1220

There is always something to do in Chicago. Here is a sample of some of the more popular destinations. Feel free to contact me with others you would like to add.

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Navy Pier

600 E. Grand

Downtown Chicago

312-595-7437 or 800-595-7437

www.NavyPier.com

Located on Chicago ’s lakefront, Navy Pier is ideal for the entire family. There are a variety of excellent cuisines from casual, family oriented to romantic. With over 50 acres of parks, navy pier offers shops, gardens and attractions. Some exciting attractions include a 150 ft. high Ferris Wheel, ice skating rink, 44ft carousel, miniature golf, swing ride, Funhouse maze, Chicago Children’s museum, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows, Time escape and the IMAX theater. You can always find an exciting event to attend at Navy pier. Some highlighted yearly events are International game and toy fair, antiques, fire works, and job fairs.

The Field Museum

1400 S. Lake Shore Drive

Downtown Chicago

312-922-9410

www.FieldMuseum.org

The Field Museum offers wonderful biological and anthropological exhibits that can bring you back in time. The Field Museum began their collection in 1893. Look for wonderful exhibits on culture, animals, plants and ecosystems.

The Shedd Aquarium

1200 S. Lake Shore Drive

Downtown Chicago

312-939-2438

www.S heddAquarium.org

The Shedd Aquarium is best known for their incredible oceanarium. The oceanarium is the worlds largest indoor marine mammal pavilion and has over 3 million gallons of saltwater. This large pavilion is where you can observe the famous Beluga Whales. The aquarium has many great attractions such as exotic fish, coral, dolphins, and sea otters.

The Art Institute

111 S. Michigan Avenue

Downtown Chicago

312-443-3600

www.ArtIC.edu

The prestigious Art Institute is a great way to view over 300,000 works of art. The art museum offers several exhibits and education. Don’t miss the world renown masterpieces such as A Sunday Afternoon on La Grand Jatte--1884 by Georges Seurat, American Gothic by Grant Wood, Nighthawks by Edward Hopper, and 33 paintings by Claude Monet.

The Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum

1300 S. Lake Shore Drive

Downtown Chicago

312-922-7827

www.AdlerPlanetarium.org

If you would like to get a closer look at the universe, visit the Planetarium. The Planetarium offers several exhibits on the stars and plants. Check out the Sky Theater, which allows you to view the wonders of the night sky that is projected on a 68ft dome! You can also visit the Star Rider, which allows you to experience an interactive virtual voyage.

Magnificent Mile

Michigan Avenue

Downtown Chicago

312-642-3570

www.TheMagnificentMile.com

Put on you’re walking shoes for this great attraction. The Magnificent Mile is 3.1 million square feet of retail space. Located on Michigan Ave. from the Chicago River to Oakstreet in the heart of Downtown you can meet all of you shopping needs. Shops include Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdales, Saks Fifth Ave, Nordstrom, Marshall Field and Lord & Taylor. There are over 460 stores, 275 restaurants and 51 hotels. If you would like to shop indoors you can also go to Water Tower Place located on the Mile.

Six Flags Great America

542 N. Route 21

Gurnee, IL 60031

www.SixFlags.com

847-249-4636If you are looking for exciting thrill rides and great shows you will find it at Six Flags. With over 35 rides, games, shows, and even water rides, Six Flags is fun for all. Six Flags offers some of the largest roller coasters in the world! There is even a section for children called the Looney Tunes National Park . They will find exciting rides, attractions and even meet the Warner Bros. Characters.

Brookfield Zoo

8400 31st Street

Brookfield, IL 60513

708-485-2200

www.BrookfieldZoo.com

Brookfield Zoo offers over 200 acres of beauty with over 21 exhibits to observe animals from around the world. The zoo also offers a Children’s Zoo where they can pet and learn about various animals. Brookfield Zoo is open year round with ongoing activities for everyone.