CONTENTS 10 REASONS TO MEET CHOOSE CHICAGO IS HERE TO HELP EXPLORE WHAT’S NEW FESTIVALS & EVENTS CONVENTION FACILITIES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS ACCESSIBLE CHICAGO FEATURED PARTNERS TAP INTO CHICAGO’S DIVERSE BUSINESSES RESOURCES ACTIVE TEAM BUILDING IDEAS UNMATCHED PRIVATE DINING IN CHICAGO ICONIC CHICAGO EVENT VENUES GUIDE TO THE McCORMICK PLACE AREA MEET SUSTAINABLY CHICAGO HOTEL COLLECTIONS SEE CHICAGO IN 24 HOURS 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 classics like Chicago-style hot dogs and deep dish pizza to international cuisine and signature neighborhood eats. 8 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. RECREATION AND WELLNESS Shore Club Chicago ACCESSIBLE 9 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. Destinations International convention attendees at McCormick Place TOP TO BOTTOM: KATHLEEN HINKEL PHOTOGRAPHY; CHOOSE CHICAGO/KATHLEEN HINKEL PHOTOGRAPHY 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. EASY TO NAVIGATE 10
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