{"id":4813,"date":"2022-01-19T08:56:39","date_gmt":"2022-01-19T08:56:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=4813"},"modified":"2023-08-31T16:11:55","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T16:11:55","slug":"15-tourist-attractions-in-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-tourist-attractions-in-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Tourist Attractions in Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chicago.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chicago.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chicago-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The largest city in the U.S., Chicago is situated on Lake Michigan in Illinois. This cosmopolitan metropolis is known for its bold architecture and skyline punctuated by towering skyscrapers such as the 1,451-ft. Willis Tower and the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower. Those who love art will also enjoy visiting the Art Institute of Chi-town, which exhibits Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Art Institute of Chicago is one of the city&#8217;s top attractions. Located downtown, the museum features works of American Gothic, Pointillist and contemporary artists. Visitors can also explore the world&#8217;s largest collection of Monet and other modern art at the institution. The Kovler Lion House is a family favorite. Similarly, the new Regenstein African Journey features indoor and outdoor habitats for giraffes and other African apes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Regenstein Zoo has reopened its polar bear and African penguin enclosures. This museum has been a family favorite since 1912, and is a must-visit for kids and adults alike. There&#8217;s no shortage of fun to be had at Navy Pier, which is conveniently located downtown and offers a unique view of Lake Michigan. It&#8217;s worth a visit if you haven&#8217;t been to the museum before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Adler Museum of Art, the first major art museum in the United States, was founded in 1930 and is one of the largest in the world. Designed to make the most of the city&#8217;s beautiful views, the Adler was voted &#8220;Best View of Chicago&#8221; by the American Institute of Architects. There are several other museums worth a visit in Chicago, including the famous Degas and Pollock. There is even a Half Marathon in Chicago held on the South Side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Field Museum of Natural History is the third-largest museum in the world. Its collection of over 260,000 artifacts reaches over four billion years. Its Crown Family PlayLab allows children to get up close and personal with dinosaur bones. The museum also offers cultural events and sightseeing cruises that take in the breathtaking views of the city. For all of your needs, this city has many activities to offer you. Just be sure to plan your trip carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Field Museum of Natural History is frequently ranked as the world&#8217;s finest natural history museum. Its 40 million artifacts and interactive exhibits are sure to captivate children. There are also dozens of restaurants and shops, as well as theaters and public plazas. If you&#8217;re looking for an educational experience, Chicago is the place to be. With so much to do, you&#8217;ll surely find something you&#8217;ll love to do in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The economy of Chicago is diverse, with no single industry employing more than 14% of the labor force. Some of the major companies that have headquarters in the city include Allstate, Boeing, Catepillar, JLL, and many others. Several Fortune 500 companies are located in the city, including McDonald&#8217;s, Sears, and United Airlines Holdings. Further, the city&#8217;s culture is renowned worldwide. There is no shortage of art and culture in Chicago.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The largest city in the U.S., Chicago is situated on Lake Michigan in Illinois. This cosmopolitan metropolis is known for its bold architecture and skyline punctuated by towering skyscrapers such as the 1,451-ft. Willis Tower and the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower. 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