Lakefront Trail

Chicago city lights
Chicago city lights
Chicago on a clear winter day.
Want to get a great view of Chicago? Walk up the Adler Planetarium pier at sunset and enjoy the show. Don't leave straight after the sun sets, let the lights come out and take it all in!
If you want some of the best views of the city take a walk out to the planitarium. It is directly across the bay from sears tower and the hancock building. I ventured down onto the crumbling ice sheet that went out about 30 feet into the bay.

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I thought Wood Ducks were the most amazingly colorful and photogenic ducks until I spotted this incredible bird on the lakefront. What a handsome beautiful duck.

Margaret Burroughs Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Margaret Burroughs Beach during your trip to Chicago? Wander the area's Chinatown or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Margaret Burroughs Beach
McCormick Place showing a high rise building and a city

McCormick Place

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During your trip, find out what's happening in McCormick Place, a top convention centre in Chicago. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

McCormick Place
Northerly Island Park showing a city, a river or creek and views

Northerly Island Natural Area

You can take time to visit Northerly Island Natural Area during your travels to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Northerly Island Natural Area

Lake Meadows Park

Lake Meadows Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.

Lake Meadows Park

Monument to the Great Northern Migration

You can find out about the history of Chicago with a visit to Monument to the Great Northern Migration. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Monument to the Great Northern Migration

Arie Crown Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Arie Crown Theater during your stay in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Arie Crown Theater

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