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Chicago Travel Recommendations (United States)

Chicago Overview

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Region: Illinois
Population: 2,841,952
Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago is a thriving and lively metropolis full of American inventions, from deep-dish pizza to the ferris wheel and skyscrapers to house music. The third largest city in the United States, the windy city is teeming with things to see and do--from avant-garde theaters and sultry clubs by night to free music festivals and tours of West Loop galleries by day. Take in the skyline from the Sears Tower or stroll through one of the city's fantastic science, art, or history museums. Have dinner in a cozy bistro or take a pic-nic to Millenium Park. From hot dogs on the beach to haute cuisine and boutique hotels, Chicago has something for everyone on every budget. Check out Tripbase's hotel, restaurant, attraction, nature and shopping recommendations to the right. To browse through great Chicago travel ideas based on the things you like, check out the top recommendations about what to see and do as well as where to eat, shop and stay in the city on Tripbase.
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Your Estimated Costs

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Flight Cost
$270
from JFK
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Average
Hotel Price
$185
3*
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Cost per day
$205
for mid-range budget
Whats Included?
Total Cost per person
7 day trip,
$1705

Why Chicago?

Great: Dining, Nightlife, Attractions, Shopping

Good: Nature

What to expect

Travel Dates: 9 Dec, 2008 - 16 Dec, 2008
Weather: Sub Zero (28°F) , Quite Rainy
Tourist Season: Low
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Cheap Flights to Chicago

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Cheap flights to Chicago on:
American Airlines
From JFK To CHI
Average price:
$229

Best Chicago Hotels and Resorts for you

$160
Average
Price
Courtyard Chicago Midway Airport
Web rating: 3.35
Based on 3 reviews
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$224
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Majestic Hotel
Web rating: 3.35
Based on 3 reviews
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$162
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SpringHill Suites Chicago O'Hare
Web rating: 3.35
Based on 3 reviews
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$183
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Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Midway Airport
Web rating: 2.9
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Top Chicago Things to do

Shopping
User Rating: 4.5 (Based on 18 reviews)
Address: 3448 N Clark Street
Shopping
User Rating: 4.35 (Based on 19 reviews)
Shopping
User Rating: 4.3 (Based on 14 reviews)
Address: 858 West Belmont Avenue
User Rating: 4.05 (Based on 9 reviews)
Address: 111 North State Street
Located across the street from the historic Water Tower with a view of Lake Michigan, American Girl Place is far more than just a place to buy your next doll. With a theater, a café, fashion shows and a bookstore, American Girl Place offers all-inclusive day-out packages for girls and parents. Visitors can also just come to shop as the gift boutique has all the latest from the historical dolls, doll of the year and 'just like you' collections.
User Rating: 3.95 (Based on 12 reviews)
Shopping
User Rating: 3.9 (Based on 6 reviews)
Address: 604 West Belmont Avenue
Night Life
User Rating: 3.95 (Based on 7 reviews)
Address: 2350 North Clark Street
Night Life
User Rating: 3.95 (Based on 15 reviews)
Address: 632 North Dearborn Street
Night Life
User Rating: 3.85 (Based on 5 reviews)
Address: 720 S Michigan Ave
Night Life
User Rating: 3.85 (Based on 5 reviews)
Address: 2721 North Halsted Street
Night Life
User Rating: 3.8 (Based on 4 reviews)
Address: 1106 West Lawrence Avenue
Night Life
User Rating: 3.8 (Based on 4 reviews)
Address: 226 South Wabash Avenue
User Rating: 4.85 (Based on 153 reviews)
Address: 4254 West 31st Street
Dining
User Rating: 4.85 (Based on 114 reviews)
Address: 730 North Rush Street
Dining
User Rating: 4.85 (Based on 100 reviews)
Address: 159 West Erie Street
User Rating: 4.85 (Based on 89 reviews)
Address: 1028 North Rush Street
User Rating: 4.85 (Based on 63 reviews)
Address: 1208 East 53rd Street
User Rating: 4.8 (Based on 51 reviews)
Address: One Bank One Plaza
User Rating: 4.85 (Based on 185 reviews)
Address: 1200 S Lake Shore Drive
Attractions
User Rating: 4.85 (Based on 168 reviews)
Address: 233 S Wacker Dr
Attractions
User Rating: 4.6 (Based on 34 reviews)
Address: 835 North Michigan Avenue
Attractions
User Rating: 4.5 (Based on 50 reviews)
Visitors to this popular museum can take a virtual tour of the U-505 submarine, visit a fairy castle, explore the Pioneer Zephyr, discover a robot production line and much more in a series of interactive and interesting exhibits dedicated to science and industry.
User Rating: 4.35 (Based on 171 reviews)
Attractions
User Rating: 4.3 (Based on 14 reviews)
Address: 858 West Belmont Avenue
User Rating: 3.95 (Based on 15 reviews)
Address: 400 South Green Street, Suite 217
Activity
User Rating: 3.75 (Based on 3 reviews)
Address: 1515 North Halsted Street
Activity
User Rating: 3.7 (Based on 2 reviews)
Address: 2217 North Halstead Street
Activity
User Rating: 3.7 (Based on 2 reviews)
Address: 175 North Franklin
Activity
User Rating: 3.65 (Based on 1 reviews)
Address: 712 North Rush Street
Activity
User Rating: 3.65 (Based on 1 reviews)
Address: 1743-45 West Division Street
User Rating: 4.15 (Based on 130 reviews)
Address: 222 North Columbus Drive
User Rating: 3.95 (Based on 15 reviews)
Address: 400 South Green Street, Suite 217
Nature
User Rating: 3.75 (Based on 3 reviews)
Address: 1515 North Halsted Street
User Rating: 3.7 (Based on 2 reviews)
Address: Lake Shore Drive and Monroe Street
User Rating: 3.65 (Based on 1 reviews)
User Rating: 3.65 (Based on 1 reviews)
Address: 600 East Grand Ave