World Tour: Take stock of ten things to do when traveling in the United States Chicago !
Chicago is the second largest city in the United States and offers many conveniences to ordinary tourists. Here are some undeniable highlights.
Chicago is the third most populous city in the United States, with just over 2.7 million people living within the city limits. It is also the most populous city in the Midwestern United States and the state of Illinois. Chicago was incorporated as a city in 1837 and was growing rapidly by the mid-19th century. In 2014, there were approximately 11.09 million domestic tourists and 1.3 million tourists from all over the world. All visitors contribute more than $13.7 billion to the Chicago economy.
0. A Feast of Chicago Specialties
Chicago prides itself on its ethnic diversity being well represented in its food majors. In fact, the city's culinary scene is so unique that styles of pizza and hot dogs are named after the city. A Chicago-style hot dog refers to a full beer frankfurter on a poppy seed bun, typically topped with mustard greens, to taste, dill pickles, tomato slices, chili peppers, and white onions. The famous Chicago-style pizza is a deep-dish pizza that features tall bread, thick tomato sauce and lots of cheese. Other lesser-known but worth-trying delicacies include the Big Baby, a double cheeseburger, and the Atomic Cake, a cake made with banana, strawberries, custard and fudge icing. Chicago also offers a wide variety of restaurants specializing in different ethnic and modern types of food. There are delicious Chinese, Indian, Pakistani, Mexican, Polish and Vietnamese restaurants here. In early July, Grant Park also held the annual Chicago Food Festival. Chicago has a rich brewing history, which is reflected in its numerous beer festivals, namely Chicago Craft Beer Week and the Chicago Beer Festival.
9.Buy the Magnificent Mile
The Magnificent Mile, also known as The Mag Mile, is Chicago's largest upscale shopping district and currently houses a number of high-end and mid-range stores, shops, restaurants, museums, residences, and hotels. The area is home to some of the tallest buildings in the United States, such as the John Hancock Center. Other landmarks found here include the Chicago Water Tower. An estimated 22 million tourists visit the Mag Mile each year.
8. Comedy Shows
As the birthplace of the famed Second City Improv Group, it's no surprise that Chicago is known for being a breeding ground for comedic talent in abundance. Every night is a fun night in Chicago. Home to classic comedy clubs like Zanies, Up Comedy Club, and Laugh Factory, those looking for a comedy show have an easy choice. The best thing about these comedy shows from a traveler's perspective is that they tend to be a very cheap option. Some shows are even free!
7. Chicago Sports Events
Chicago is the home of major league basketball, baseball, football and hockey teams. These teams include Chicago Bulls , Chicago Cubs , Chicago Bears and Chicago Blackhawks . These teams have a history of winning major trophies and producing sports figures such as Michael Jordan. The city has several historic stadiums. The annual Chicago Marathon attracts thousands of elite and recreational runners from around the world.
. Festivals
Chicago hosts many festivals throughout the year. For music lovers, the Chicago Jazz Festival, Pitchfork Music Festival, Chicago World Music Festival, and Lollapalooza are major attractions. Running at the Chicago Fringe Festival in Fall. Chicago is famous for its St. Patrick's Day Parade in March. Filmmakers will have a lot of fun at the Chicago Underground Film Festival in early March. The Chicago Gay Pride Parade runs in late June. The Chicago Air and Water Show is a popular event in late August.
Shade Aquarium
Known as offering the best collection of marine life outside of California , the Shade Aquarium is a highlight of Chicago.Visitors have the opportunity to feel, touch and interact with various marine animals including dolphins and penguins. The aquarium is home to a variety of aquatic animals, conservation projects, and learning opportunities. Tours of the large aquarium offer hours of fun and great views of Lake Michigan.
Lincoln Park Zoo
Founded in 1868, the Lincoln Park Zoo is a historic free zoo with a variety of animals. Zoo exhibits include monkeys, big cats, polar bears, apes, penguins and other wildlife. There are many exhibits nearby, making the zoo an attractive destination year-round. The park is also home to the Burr Oak, planted in 1830. There are many past and present wildlife exhibits such as black rhinos, African lions, penguins - seabirds and more, all within beautifully landscaped grounds.
Frank Lloyd Wright Walking Tour
Frank Lloyd Wright is considered one of America's greatest architects, primarily for his vision of a modern lifestyle. In Chicago, visitors can visit the historic suburb of Oak Park, where Wright established his legacy as a visionary architect. Tours are offered by private companies, or self-guided walking tours are also available. The area is home to the largest concentration of Wright buildings in the world. Even explore Wright's original home, studio, and design lab. You can also visit one of his most innovative and forward-thinking works, at Robin House in Hyde Park. There are self-guided tours or guided tours of the museum. We highly recommend visitors to visit the Rookery Building, Unity Temple and Bach House.
. Many museums
Chicago is a paradise for museum lovers. Visitors to the city don't have to worry about the tendency for severe winter weather, as there's no shortage of indoor destinations. Galleries include the Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the National Museum of Mexican Art, and the Art Club of Chicago. Museums such as the Charnley-Persky House preserve architectural work and history. Children's Museum includes the Children's Museum of Chicago and the Children's Museum of Bronzeville in Navy Pier . Perhaps the most famous of all museums is the Museum of Natural History, one of the largest museums in the world.
. Swimming in Lake Michigan
Chicagoans are very proud of the ocean-like Lake Michigan beaches. The clear freshwater lake is the largest in the country and is sometimes called the "Third Coast." The beach has soft off-white sand that squeaks when you walk on it and is sometimes called "singing sand." Many beaches also have beautiful sand dunes, some covered with green beach grass. The scenery is perfect for swimming and sunbathing. The Chicago waterfront is known for its good urban planning, as it consists of parks, beaches, harbors and piers, and residential areas. For water sports enthusiasts, fishing on the lake, beach volleyball, and paddleboarding are all recreational activities.
