- Walk the Chicago Riverwalk. This scenic waterfront trail is the perfect photo op. Take in the beautiful scenery of the busy city from the heart of it.
- Visit the Lincoln Park Zoo. This zoo is one of the few free zoos in the country and is home to over 230 species of animals. It is minutes from downtown Chicago, located in Lincoln Park and open 365 days a year.
- Take little ones to the Maggie Daley Park Play Garden. This play garden, east of Millenium Park, is perfect for children of all ages and features a mini lighthouse, a life-sized ship, two climbing walls, a suspension bridge and more.
- Snap a photo of the Bean at Millenium Park. One of the most iconic pieces of public art in the Midwest is “The Bean,” formally known as Cloud Gate. This massive stainless-steel bean is located in Millenium Park and beautifully reflects the picturesque Chicago skyline.
- Visit a museum or two. There are endless museums in Chicago, so you can visit as many as time allows. From the Clarke House Museum to the Hyde Park Art Center, there’s something everyone will enjoy.
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