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Trip to Chicago

If you are planning a trip to the USA, then one of the cities that needs to be on the list is Chicago. It is such a vibrant and fun place with a large variety of things to do. It is one of the most unique cities, and there is something for everyone. There are lot of different places that you could stay too.

If you fancy being right in the middle of it all, then down in the city hosts a lot of amazing hotels. Some of them are world famous and have been featured in movies! If you fancy staying somewhere a little quieter, you could consider looking into vacation rentals in Chicago in the suburbs. The travel links are handy into the city, including trains, buses or even just driving. So have you ever been? If you haven’t here are some of the best reasons why I think you should visit.

Trip to Chicago

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The Attractions

If you are visiting Chicago on a vacation, there will be more that you want to see, rather than just the day to day things. There are so many museums and art galleries that make it for such an interesting visit. The Field Museum is top of the list of things to do. It is great for families and single travelers alike. It is a national history style museum with a variety of displays. The Shedd Aquarium is just across the road from the Field Museum, and that is a fun afternoon out too. The Museum of Science and Industry is a popular site to visit too. The Pier is a fab place to visit too. There are amusements and arcades in the area, as well as the great views of Lake Michigan. It is a perfect romantic place to visit too.

The Food

If you are visiting Chicago, then there are certain foods that you just have to try. You can’t visit Chicago without having trying one of Chicago’s famous pizzas or pizza pies. Yes, you read that right; a pizza pie! It is just as it sounds but it tastes so good. Another thing that you should try is a hot dog from a street vendor. You need to make sure that you choose to get it ‘Chicago Style’. It is full of pickles, onions and mustard. Just makes sure that you take some breath mints too!

Trip to Chicago

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The Downtown
Downtown Chicago has been featured in a few movies, so you need to visit to experience all of Chicago. It has the millennium park area that is full of modern art and sculptures. You will find ‘The Bean’ there, which is the classic Chicago image that you see in a lot of the movies. A lot of people get married in the park so you are likely to see a few brides and grooms as you wander through. The Willis Tower is downtown too. You can pay to go to the top, and there is an area that has a clear floor. It has great views over the city so is perfect for capturing lots of memories of your visit.