Question 1

What are the best things to do in Chicago?

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1. Explore Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain: The beautiful Grant Park must be on your list of things to see in Chicago. Feel mesmerized exploring this 319 acre of greenery often referred to as “Chicago’s front yard” and admire its meticulously manicured grounds. The main attraction of the park is its centerpiece - the Buckingham Fountain, known to be one of the largest fountains in the world. Watch the 20-minute water show in awe and catch your breath while looking at the fountain’s center jet shoots water 150 feet into the air. Head to this magnificent park after sunset to watch the Buckingham Fountain dance with colorful lights to the sound of music.Location: 337 E. Randolph St.Timing: 6 AM to 11 PM2. Visit Millennium Park: Spend some time at Millennium Park, a part of the larger Grant Park. Admire and take your picture in front of its centerpiece, Cloud Gate, a 110-ton sculpture with a polished mirror-like stainless steel surface reflecting its surroundings. Feel fascinated looking at the Crown Fountain, a modern interpretation of an ancient gargoyle with the appearance of water flowing from the mouths of the projected images of the citizens of Chicago. Catch a performance at the outdoor concert venue, Jay Pritzker Pavilion, and take a stroll in the Lurie Garden.Location: 201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois, 60601Timings: 8 AM to 9 PM3. Spend an afternoon at Navy Pier: Spending an afternoon at Navy Pier should be one of the top items on your list of things to do in Chicago. Feel relaxed while listening to live music by the pier or take a cruise in Lake Michigan or the Chicago River. If you are traveling with family, you may love visiting Pier Park and take a ride on the Centennial Wheel. Catch a play at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater or visit Public Art and exhibition. Enjoy visiting the Crystal garden or feel mesmerized looking at the Polk Bros Fountain at Polk Bros Park.Location: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago IL 60611, United StatesTimings: 10 AM to 10 PM4. Enjoy city view from 360 Chicago Observation Deck: Enjoy a breathtaking view of Chicago's skyline and beyond from 360 Chicago. Include a visit to this observation deck in your list of fun things to do in Chicago. Ride up to the 94th floor of the John Hancock Building and feel enchanted while watching the view from the tilted window glass-walled observation deck. If you want to see the best way and feel adventurous, you may tip outward on the window to get the angle at which you can look straight down from the glass enclosure.Location: 875 North Michigan Avenue, 94th FloorTiming: 9 AM to 9 PM [Tuesdays & Wednesdays closed]Price: Adult (12+) : $30; Youth (3-11) : $20; Child (below 3): Free5. Watch a Show at Chicago Theatre: Your Chicago trip is incomplete without including a visit to the Chicago Theater in your list of activities to do in Chicago. You are bound to fall in love with this beautiful landmark with its 20th-century French Baroque architecture stretching up 7 stories. Watch a show at this amazing theater to spend some time in this beautiful place. You can also go on a separate Marquee tour and stand in the lobby and admire the gilded décor of the grand space with crystal chandeliers.Location: 175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA6. Visit Escape room: Feel excited to be a part of an adventurous game at Escape Room at Chicago. Enter one of the themed escape rooms for 60 minutes and get thrilled looking for clues, solving puzzles and completing your mission to escape in time. Choose from the various themes such as Gold Rush, Mission: Mars, Prison Break, The Heist, etc.Location: 42 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611 (N. Wabash Avenue)Timings: Monday to Sunday 8 AM to 11 PM7. See Chicago street art: Your list of things to see in Chicago must include seeing Chicago street art. Embark on a Chicago mural tour and stroll through three neighborhoods of the city - Wabash Corridor, Pilsen, and Wicker Park. Admire the street art at Wabash that is a part of a public art project. Feel mesmerized looking at the street art collection at Pilsen that had begun as a cultural touchstone. You may also opt to visit the National Museum of Mexican Art at Pilsen. Discover the hidden art street of Wicker Park and search for its most popular “Welcome to Chicago" mural.Location: 3 Locations at South Loop (Wabash), Milwaukee Avenue (from Wicker Park to Logan Square), and Pilsen.8. Visit Brookfield Zoo: Include a visit to the Brookfield Zoo in your list of things to do in Chicago and spend some time with the exotic animals of the Zoo. Feel thrilled while watching the animals from the rainforests, The Savannahs, the deserts, and many more. Children would feel excited while looking at the 40 animatronic dinosaurs placed all around the place. They will feel thrilled while experiencing a close encounter with penguinsLocation: 8400 W 31st Street (1st Avenue and 31st Street), Brookfield, IL 60513Timing:Weekdays: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m ; Weekends(Sat-Sun): 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Price: Adults: $24.95; Seniors 65 and over: $19.95; Children 3 to 11: $17.95;9. Cruise at Chicago River: Feel enchanted watching the beautiful city of Chicago from the water by including a cruise tour in your list of things to do in Chicago. Being home to two waterfronts - The Lake Michigan and the Chicago River, the city offers several cruising options to its visitors. You may enjoy cruising in a group learning about the city’s iconic landmarks. You may opt for a sunset cruise if you crave to watch the glittering city at night and then have dance and dinner onboard. Romantic couples may find private cruises to be more of their choice.Location: Lake Michigan & Chicago River

Question 2

What are the best things to do in Chicago at night?

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1. Go Cruising at Night: You may want to enjoy the city lights from the lakefront and include a cruise in your list of things to do in Chicago. You may opt to go for a private sunset sail or go for a group sail with beer, wine, or cider on offer.2. View the night from the sky: Enjoy an aerial night view of the glittering city from above in a helicopter. Take a look at the city’s landmarks and skyscrapers from above the sky during this tour which is a must-inclusion in the list of activities to do in Chicago.3. Admire the city from Willis Tower Skydeck: Your list of things to see in Chicago must include a vista of the shimmering city from the top of the Skydeck of the world-famous Willis Tower. Feel an adrenaline rush while looking down to see the sidewalk 1353 feet below from the glass terrace jutting out from the side of the tower.4. Enjoy a dining experience at 360 Chicago: Feel mesmerized looking at the view of the shining Chicago city from the tilted glass window at 360 Chicago. Enjoy dinner with a breathtaking view at Signature Lounge on the 96th floor of this building.Must Checkout: 10 Days USA Packages

Question 3

What are the best romantic things to do in Chicago?

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1. Dine on the top of Skyscraper: If you and your loved one crave a romantic sky-high dining experience, you must include a dinner at Signature Lounge on the 95th floor of the John Hancock building, in your list of activities to do in Chicago. Enjoy the romantic settings of the place, dine and drink while watching the twinkling lights of the city below.2. Sail across Lake Michigan: Go for a romantic sail across Lake Michigan either during the day or in the evening. Include this cruise in your list of things to do in Chicago and admire the city’s famous skylines and architectural wonders from the lakefront while basking in togetherness.3. Ride a Horse Carriage: Feel yourself being taken in the world of fairytale romance while taking a ride in a horse carriage across the Magnificent Mile. Make it more beautiful by going for a night ride and enjoy the glistering city while cuddling under a blanket.4. Escape on the Centennial Wheel: Huddle together in a VIP gondola of the iconic Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier and enjoy the city view overlooking Lake Michigan. Enjoy the thrilling view through the glass bottom of the gondola while sitting comfortably in plush seating.

Question 4

How to reach Chicago?

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1. By Air: Chicago is well connected with cities all over the world through its two international airports - O’Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport.2. By Road: Chicago is connected via several interstates and highways with various parts of the country.3. By Bus: Chicago also has several city-to-city bus services.4. By Train: Chicago’s Union Station connects the city to other US cities by Metra Rail, South Shore Line, and Amtrak.

Question 5

What is the best time to visit Chicago?

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Chicago should be best visited either between April and May or between September and October. During these months, the city enjoys warm weather and has a variety of festivals taking place in the city.

Question 6

Do we need a visa to visit Chicago?

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Yes, you will need a visa along with a valid passport to enter Chicago. However, there is a list of 39 countries that are part of the Visa Waiver Program whose citizens do not require a visa.

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