THINGS TO DO Fox in a Box -Chicago 47 W. Polk St., 60605 312-878-7899 info@foxinaboxchicago.com foxinaboxchicago.com DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Escape from prison, rob a bank or save the world, at Chicago’s No. 1 escape room venue! No. 1 for fun and games in Chicago! Macy’s on State Street 111 N. State St., 60602 312-781-1000 visitmacys.chicago@macys.com visitmacyschicago.com University of Chicago 5801 S. Ellis Ave., 60637 773-702-8360 visit.uchicago.edu Lincoln Park Conservatory 2391 N. Stockton Dr., 60614 312-742-7736 chicagoparkdistrict.com Things To Do DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Macy’s on State Street has a variety of historical tours, programs and meal options to combine with the always popular activity: SHOPPING! CITY SOUTH / HYDE PARK – Tour the campus, learn about the university’s storied history and view the aesthetic landscape; where both classic and modern architecture abound. CITY NORTH / LINCOLN PARK Peaceful and enchanting gardens in the heart of Lincoln Park, adjacent to the zoo. Open 9am–5pm daily. Free admission. Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio 951 Chicago Ave., Oak Park, 60302 312-994-4000 tours@flwright.org flwright.org WEST SUBURBS – This complex served as Wright’s private residence, studio and architectural laboratory during the first 20 years of his career, from 1889 to 1909. Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament 2001 N. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg, 60195 847-310-1513, 888-935-6878 sandy.martinez@medievaltimes.com medievaltimes.com/chicago.aspx NORTHWEST SUBURBS – Surrender to an age of bravery and honor and witness epic battles of steel and steed during our exciting show. WhirlyBall Chicago 1825 W. Webster Ave., 60614 773-486-7777 samantha.novitski@whirlyball.com whirlyball.com Maggie Daley Park 337 E. Randolph St., 60601 312-742-3918 info@maggiedaleypark.com maggiedaleypark.com CITY NORTH / BUCKTOWN/WICKER PARK – WhirlyBall offers a variety of entertainment options, including bowling, laser tag and a complete food and beverage menu. DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Located next to Millennium Park, this modern urban playground for all ages has a unique Skating Ribbon, rock climbing walls and a 3-acre Play Garden. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House 5757 S. Woodlawn Ave., 60637 312-994-4000 info@flwright.org flwright.org CITY SOUTH / HYDE PARK – One of Wright’s greatest buildings. Guided interior tours offered Thurs.-Mon., 11am-3pm. Distinctive rental space. Millennium Park 201 E. Randolph St., 60601 312-744-6050 millenniumpark@cityofchicago.org millenniumpark.org DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Award-winning center for art, music, architecture and landscape design features Pritzker Pavilion, Crown Fountain, Lurie Garden and Cloud Gate sculpture. BEACHES/GARDENS/PARKS Buckingham Fountain Columbus Dr. and Congress Parkway, 60603 312-742-4847 chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks clarence-f-buckingham-memorial fountain Millennium Park 201 E. Randolph St., 60601 312-744-6050 millenniumpark@cityofchicago.org millenniumpark.org DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Award-winning center for art, music, architecture and landscape design features Pritzker Pavilion, Crown Fountain, Lurie Garden and Cloud Gate sculpture. Go Chicago Card PURCHASE ONLINE OR AT 866-628-9031 info@gochicagocard.com smartdestinations.com/chicago-attractions-and-tours ONLINE ONLY – Go Chicago Card: Only all-inclusive attraction pass with over 25+ top choices. All the museums, boat tours, trolley, towers, walking tours and bikes! Museum of Science and Industry 57th Street and Lake Shore Dr., 60637 773-684-1414 contact@msichicago.org msichicago.org CITY SOUTH / HYDE PARK -The largest science museum in the western hemisphere! Over 14 acres of hands-on, interactive exhibits. DOWNTOWN / LOOP – This popular landmark and tourist attraction offers visitors a dazzling music, light and water show; runs dusk – 11pm through the end of fall. Northerly Island Park 1521 S. Linn White Dr., 60605 312-745-2910 chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks northerly-island Centennial Fountain & Water Arc 300 E. McClurg Ct., 60611 312-751-6633 mwrd.org iFLY Indoor Skydiving 800 W. Scott St., 60642 779-368-4359 djanossy@iflyworld.com iflyworld.com/lincoln-park CITY NORTH / LINCOLN PARK – We make the dream of flight a reality! Our first-time flyer packages get you airborne in a safe and fun environment. Let’s fly! DOWNTOWN / SOUTH LOOP – A 91-acre peninsula with skyline views, a summer music pavilion and year-round nature park with trails around a lagoon and native wildlife habitats. Navy Pier 600 E. Grand Ave., 60611 312-595-5300 npwebinfo@navyPier.com navypier.com/events DOWNTOWN / STREETERVILLE Unique mixed-use venue, a great choice for social events, corporate meetings and mid-size trade shows; hosts special events for up to 15,000 guests. DOWNTOWN / STREETERVILLE Open 10am-midnight, May 1-Oct. 1. Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe, 60022 847-835-8370 events@chicagobotanic.org chicagobotanic.org Osaka Garden 5900 S. Lake Shore Dr., 60615 312-747-2474 hydepark.org/parks/osaka2.htm Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center CITY SOUTH / HYDE PARK – This authentic Japanese garden with pavilion, moon bridge, Shinto gate and traditional Japanese horticulture was a gift to Chicago from Japan. 9603 Woods Dr., Skokie, 60077 847-967-4800 info@ilhmec.org ilholocaustmuseum.org NORTH SUBURBS / NORTH SUBURBS Third largest Holocaust museum in the World! Artifacts, photos, personal belongings and filmed recollections, tell the survivors’ stories. Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets 11211 120th Ave., Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 262-857-2101 chkremer@simon.com premiumoutlets.com/pleasantprairie WISCONSIN Welcome to Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets featuring 90 stores all at savings of 25% to 65% every day. Monday-Saturday 10am-9pm; Sunday 10am-7pm NORTH SUBURBS – The 385-acre living plant museum features 26 distinct gardens and four natural areas. Chicago Riverwalk 376 N. Michigan Ave., 60601 chicagoriverwalk@cityofchicago.org BIKE/SEGWAY TOURS Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours 238 E. Monroe, 60603 312-552-5100 info@absolutelychicagosegway.com chicagosegways.com DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Waterfront park space on the Chicago River (along Wacker Drive leading to Lake Michigan). The scenic promenade has dining, boat rentals and seating. K1 Speed 2381 W. Army Trail Rd., Addison, 60101 630-433-3700, 855-517-7333 info@k1speed.com k1speed.com WEST SUBURBS – K1 Speed offers meeting and event space, Sky Box Bar & Grill with a full-service restaurant with private dining areas and party rooms. Skydeck Chicago 233 S. Wacker Dr., 103rd Floor, 60606 312-875-9696 sales@theskydeck.com theskydeck.com DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Experience the Ledge at Skydeck Chicago while enjoying 360-degree views spanning four states, 50 miles from 1,353 feet up, the glass ledges look straight down. Chicago’s Lakefront Trail 300 S. Lake Shore Dr., 60605 DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Beautiful skyline views (plus beaches, parks and harbors) stretch along this 18-mile recreational bike/running path on the Lake Michigan shoreline. DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Segway tours, the best way to see Chicago’s famous attractions while having the time of your life riding a Segway. We offer many different tour options. LEGOLAND® Discovery Center 601 N. Martingale Rd., Schaumburg, 60173 847-592-9700 kristina.pucci@merlinentertainments.biz legolanddiscoverycenter.com NORTHWEST SUBURBS – Enjoy 30,000 square feet of LEGO®-themed excitement, including two rides, 4D cinema, LEGO® exhibits, tours, workshops, build areas, cafe, retail shop and more! Bobby’s Bike Hike -Quality Tours, Rentals, & Urban Adventures 540 N. Lake Shore Dr., 60611 312-245-9300 contactus@bobbysbikehike.com bobbysbikehike.com Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., 60640 773-728-8111 museum@samac.org swedishamericanmuseum.org CITY NORTH / ANDERSONVILLE – A nonprofit educational activity center for the celebration and interpretation of Swedish-American history and culture. Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N. Central Park Ave., 60624 312-746-5100 garfield-conservatory.org CITY WEST / GARFIELD PARK – One of the largest gardens under glass in the nation. This conservatory features five permanent collections, indoor children’s garden and outdoor gardens. DOWNTOWN / STREETERVILLE Guided bicycle tours of Chicago appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. Recently voted Chicago’s top rated city tour. Bikes/helmets provided. 128 :: choosechicago.com/meeting-professionals
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