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A City Like No Other, This is Chicago Magnified
Beating a path of it's own, Chicago is crammed full of unique experiences and destinations. Known as the Second City, Chicago is second to none when it comes to cultural venues, festivals, nightlife, diverse cuisine, loyalty to our teams, and pride in our city.
Set up as a guide for those visiting Chicago as well as native Chicagoans, this lens is updated regularly to focus on attractions, restaurants and events taking place all over the city.
Essential Chicago
Landmarks, Sights and Places Every Visitor Must See
This month we look at all the free stuff Chicago has to offer for the remainder of the summer. For the complete list of 100 Free Things To Do in Chicago, click here. Let me know how you liked the light show at Buckingham Fountain, and what you thought of Lincoln Park Zoo.Past features of Essential Chicago:
Essential Chicago: What Every Visitor Should See
Best Free Places In Chicago
Guide to Chicago Festivals
Essential Chicago Guides
Even though I live here I use these guides to learn more about my town.
Explore Chicago!
Insider Guide to Attractions, Neighborhoods and Adventure
The Japanese Osaka Gardens are one of Chicago's hidden gems. Discover it and five other hidden gardens in Chicago.More ways to explore Chicago:
The Top Five Chicago Beaches
Chicago's Free Art: Sculpture in the City
Five New Things to Do in Chicago
Guide to the Best Gardens and Conservatories in Chicago
A Guide to the Ethnic Museums of Chicago
Guide to Chicago's Little Village
Guide to Chicago's Greektown
Chicago Off the Beaten Track: Chinatown
Chicago's Devon Avenue
Exploring Chicago's Lincoln Park Neighborhood
Explore Chicago With Books
Heavenly City: The Architectural Tradition of Catholic Chicago
Amazon Price: $49.03 (as of 10/11/2008)
A View from the River: The Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise (Pomegranate Catalog, No. A537)
Amazon Price: $11.66 (as of 10/11/2008)
Chicago In and Around the Loop : Walking Tours of Architecture and History
Amazon Price: $18.21 (as of 10/11/2008)
Millennium Park: Creating a Chicago Landmark (Historical Studies of Urban America)
Amazon Price: $32.85 (as of 10/11/2008)
Graveyards of Chicago: The People, History, Art, and Lore of Cook County Cemeteries
Amazon Price: $11.25 (as of 10/11/2008)
Hot Dogs and Deep Dish
What to eat and where to find it
Tapas have made their way from Spain to the streets of Chicago, but not all of it is good. This article takes you to three of the best Tapas Retaurants in Chicago so you can skip the hunt and enjoy the food.Past Features in Chicago Dining:
Where to Get a Hot Dog in Chicago
Lao Sze Chuan Chinese Restaurant
Chicago Nightlife
Looking for a way to liven up your usual late night escapades? Head to a Latin club for a little Salsa music and dancing.Here is a Guide to the Best Latin Nights in Chicago.
Past Features of Chicago Nightlife:
Transit Nightclub in Chicago
Club 720- Four Nightclubs in One
Zentra Nightclub in Chicago- Where Chicago House Meets Hindi
Wet Nightclub: More Hype Than Anything Else
Guide to the Weed Street District
Chicago Year Round
Seasonal guides to Chicago
Strolling down the Magnificent Mile has never been more fashionable. Take a break from shopping this summer and enjoy the gardens Where fashion meets botany.Past seasonal guides to Chicago:
A Beginner's Guide to Bird Watching
Fun Winter Activities in Chicago
Great Indoor Winter Family Activities
Free Holiday Family Events in the Windy City
My Fav YouTube Videos Featuring ChiTown
Hit The Road
Chicago Destinations by car and Road Tripping From the City
Off the Beaten Path Chicago Guides
Some Resources I found Useful
Chicago Off the Beaten Path, 3rd (Off the Beaten Path Series)
Amazon Price: $13.95 (as of 10/11/2008)
Hiking & Biking in the Fox River Valley
Amazon Price: (as of 10/11/2008)
Just For Fun
Random Chicago Stuff
Itching for a Good Read? Try one of the bookstores in a Booklover's Guide to Chicago.Past Random Chicago Features:
Ten Reasons Why Chicago Should Host the 2016 Olympics
Great Chicago Quotes
To Serve and Protect: An Interview With Nora Tellez
My Favorite Hotels in Chicago
For the weekends I play tourist!
The Palmer House Hilton
The Palmer House Hilton
Great view, even better location! I hate leaving this place.
*Rates found for: Oct 5 to Nov 4
- Pool
- Pets allowed
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Fitness Room
Hotel Monaco Chicago - a Kimpton Hotel
225 North Wabash - one block off of Michigan Ave and 1 block south of the river
Hotel location - situated in the center of downtown Chicago this oasis of Style and elegance is convenient to north Michigan...
No matter what room you get, you'll love it!
*Rates found for: Oct 5 to Nov 4
- Pool
- Pets allowed
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Fitness Room
Plan Your Own Trip to Chicago!
Tell me what you like about my town!
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Jobanjo
I love that big shiny Chicago Bean! Stayed at the Palmer House Hilton ... great location. Fab lens, enjoyed reading it! :) Posted April 16, 2008 |
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GypsyPirate
Wonderful lens, you have great information in here! I'm glad you joined us in the Squidoo City Guide! Posted September 24, 2007 |
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HCD
Great job on this lens! I love Chicago. It's a beautiful clean city.I grew up there and Chicago will always have my heart. I now live close to NYC, but I miss Chicago. It's my kinda town!! Posted September 06, 2007 |
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The_Bard
Super lens! Great title. Welcome to the Tru-Travel Group. Posted September 06, 2007 |
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Nemos1271
Nice lens. Being from the Chicago area, it's nice to see our great city getting some love! Lots of info... great job! Posted September 06, 2007 |
