NAVY PIER

Navy Pier is home to the Chicago Children's Museum, the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, an IMAX Theater, and unique shops and restaurants. Outdoor fun includes a 15-story Ferris wheel, old-fashioned carousel, tour boats, the Skyline Stage and fireworks.

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MAGNIFICENT MILE SHOPPING

Serious shoppers, grab your wallets and head for North Michigan Avenue, one of the most shopped stretches in the world. On the Mag Mile you’ll find everything from Nordstrom and Bloomingdales to specialty stores that include Niketown, American Girl and RL.

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MILLENNIUM PARK

Stroll the grounds and discover the reflective Cloud Gate sculpture, play in the kid-friendly Crown Fountain and walk through the lovely Lurie Garden. Catch an outdoor concert at the dazzling Jay Pritzker Pavilion, and see live music and dance at the Harris Theater.

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LINCOLN PARK ZOO

This free zoo in the middle of the city features a slice of the country in its Farm-in-the-Zoo, grazing gorillas in the Regenstein Center for African Apes, fun for kids in the Pritzker Family Children's Zoo and paddleboat rides on its lagoon.

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SEARS TOWER

See a panoramic view of Chicago from the top of the nation's tallest building. Check out the interactive exhibits, multi-language kiosks that offer a quick tour of city landmarks and high-powered telescopes that afford a bird's-eye view.

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HANCOCK OBSERVATORY

Get one of the best views of Chicago and Lake Michigan at the Hancock. Take a self-guided audio Sky Tour narrated by Chicago actor-director David Schwimmer, then step onto the Skywalk, an open-air viewing deck located 1,000 feet above Michigan Avenue.

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MUSEUM CAMPUS

This lakefront park connects three of Chicago's most popular destinations: The Field Museum, John G. Shedd Aquarium/Oceanarium and the Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. Spend the day whale watching, exploring ancient Egypt and stargazing.

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THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO

One of the world's leading art museums, The Art Institute houses works by some of the greatest artists in history, ranging from Monet to Warhol. The new Modern Wing opens in May 2009, featuring the museum’s collection of contemporary art and an outdoor sculpture terrace.

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MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY

Have fun learning about science and technology at this massive hands-on museum that features more than 800 exhibits. Popular attractions include the underground Coal Mine, awesome Omnimax Theater and U-505 Submarine. Then, experience the enchantment of a fairy’s dream home in Colleen Moore’s Fairy Castle.

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WRIGLEY FIELD (CHICAGO CUBS)

Chicago is a big sports town, so it's no surprise that it's also home to two major league baseball teams. Cheer the Chicago Cubs on the North Side at historic Wrigley Field.

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U.S. CELLULAR FIELD (CHICAGO WHITE SOX)

Chicago is a big sports town, so it's no surprise that it's also home to two major league baseball teams. The world champion Chicago White Sox play ball on the South Side at U.S. Cellular Field.

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