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Attractions
Plan your perfect day exploring the city with our guide to Chicago's best attractions, from museums to tours to parks
Where to hang out on the Chicago Riverwalk
Admire the views while frequently businesses along this riverfront path.
The 25 best Chicago attractions
It’s no surprise that Chicago is one of the finest tourist destinations in the country.
The 10 best Chicago museums
Learn about art, history and science at these amazing cultural institutions.
The most romantic places in Chicago
Here's where to get all lovey-dovey throughout the city.
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Chicago attractions by neighborhood
The best museums in Chicago
The 10 best Chicago museums
These well-respected Chicago institutions are among the top in the country
Free museum days at the best Chicago museums
Ditch the hefty price tag and take advantage of these gratis days
These well-respected Chicago institutions are among the top in the country
The 10 best Chicago museums
These well-respected Chicago institutions are among the top in the country
Free museum days at the best Chicago museums
Ditch the hefty price tag and take advantage of these gratis days
The best contemporary art galleries in Chicago
See original artwork by up-and-coming, emerging and established artists
What's happening behind the scenes at your favorite Chicago museum?
We stepped into collections, laboratories and libraries at three beloved institutions
The best free art museums and galleries
Some of Chicago's best museums and art galleries don't charge admission
Attractions for kids
Chicago's top children's museums
When the weather turns too cold, hot or rainy, children's museum can be a savior
The best indoor activities for kids
Whether your tot’s an artist, an adventurer or a scientist, they'll love these outings
Top indoor playgrounds in Chicago
These spots offer plenty to keep the kids busy—even on the most miserable of days
The best things to do with kids on and around the 606
The 606 isn't just for runners—it’s also a haven for the city’s smallest set
News in Chicago
This Chicago suburb was just voted one of the best places to live for families in the U.S.
West Chicago gets high marks for its schools, restaurants and livability, according to a new ranking.
'Titanique the Musical' to open in Chicago in 2025
Set your calendars, Chicagoans: 'Titanique' will be an absolute must-see.
1901 Project Chicago: The United Center could soon feature a giant campus, complete with a park and music hall
The 1901 Project will take a decade to complete but will likely change Chicago's cultural essence.
Pitchfork Music Festival 2024: Alanis Morissette delivers, Chicago artists show out and more
Our full recap of all the action over the weekend at one of Chicago's biggest summer music fests.
The best Chicago tours
The 15 best Chicago boat tours
See more of the city by water this year
The 31 best Chicago breweries and taprooms
Sip your way through Chicago's best suds on a brewery tour
See more of the city by water this year
The 15 best Chicago boat tours
See more of the city by water this year
The 31 best Chicago breweries and taprooms
Sip your way through Chicago's best suds on a brewery tour
The best crime tours of Chicago
Some of these tours will chill you to the bone
The top 10 Chicago tours that you should go on
These are, in our opinion, the best ways to discover Chicago's best attractions
Chow down on a Chicago food tour
Sample all of Chicago's most irresistable eats in a single afternoon