About Chicago
Chicago is one of United States's major cities, home to around 2,664,452 people.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Experiences
Things to do in Chicago
1
Millennium Park and Cloud Gate (The Bean)
2
Art Institute of Chicago
3
Navy Pier
4
Willis Tower Skydeck or 360 Chicago
5
Architecture river cruise
6
Magnificent Mile
7
Museum Campus (Field / Aquarium / Planetarium)
8
Lincoln Park Zoo and Conservatory
Budget travel
Free things to do in Chicago
Millennium Park and Cloud Gate (The Bean)
Lincoln Park Zoo and Conservatory
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Millennium Park and Cloud Gate (The Bean)
- Visit Art Institute of Chicago
- Visit Navy Pier
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Willis Tower Skydeck or 360 Chicago
- Visit Architecture river cruise
- Visit Magnificent Mile
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Museum Campus (Field / Aquarium / Planetarium)
- Visit Lincoln Park Zoo and Conservatory
In pictures
Chicago gallery
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