CONTENTS 10 REASONS TO MEET EXPLORE CHOOSE CHICAGO IS HERE TO HELP WHAT’S NEW CONVENTION FACILITIES FESTIVALS & EVENTS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS FEATURED PARTNERS ACCESSIBLE CHICAGO RESOURCES EXPLORE CHICAGO’S DIVERSE BUSINESSES TEAM BUILDING IDEAS DINING IN CHICAGO’S NEIGHBORHOODS ICONIC CHICAGO EVENT VENUES MEET SUSTAINABLY 7 ACCLAIMED DINING Chicago is known for its amazing dining and wide range of cuisines, from gourmet Michelin-starred and James Beard Award-winning restaurants to comfort classics like hot dogs and deep dish pizza to international cuisine and signature neighborhood eats. 8 RECREATION AND WELLNESS After a day of meetings, relax and get a mental reset by heading outside and enjoying Chicago’s great outdoors. Explore the Chicago Riverwalk, where you can take off on a kayaking adventure or hop on one of our famed architecture cruises. Bike along the beautiful Lakefront Trail that winds along Lake Michigan. Stroll through the breathtaking Millennium Park. Or take a dip at one of our many sandy beaches, with the city skyline as an amazing backdrop. La Vaca Margarita Bar 9 ACCESSIBLE Chicago is proud to be accessible to all visitors, with special accommodations found everywhere from the city’s airports to public transportation to our acclaimed attractions, including sensory-friendly shows and exhibits. Learn more about accessibility in Chicago. Chicago Riverwalk 10 EASY TO NAVIGATE Chicago is one of the most walkable large cities in the country, with a pedestrian-friendly downtown and neighborhoods. It also has a comprehensive system of affordable trains and buses, making it easy to get around the city. LEFT TO RIGHT: GRAHAM CHAPMAN; D.W. JOHNSON PHOTOGRAPHY
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