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#122 of 482 attractions in Chicago
This museum's contemporary yet classical design keeps the focus on the art, not the building.
Attraction type: Art museum
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- Apr 15, 2008 "Museum of Contemporary Art"
- Mar 16, 2008 "Hoping for more....."
- Jan 26, 2008 "If impressionism bores you skip the Art Institute"
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#124 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Specialty shop
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- Jul 3, 2005 "basement of finds"
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#125 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Bar/club
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- May 18, 2006 "Loved Jimmy's"
- Mar 14, 2006 "Jimmys is a really cool place!"
- Feb 4, 2006 "obnoxious and rude service"
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#126 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Club hoppers often make the Middle Eastern/Moroccan-flavored Zentra, which stays open into the wee hours, their last stop of the night. Plugged into a large four-room space, Zentra is riding the current trend wave of East meets West, with exotic Moroccan textiles, thick drapes, Indian silks, red lanterns and funky chrome fixtures, and even "Hookah Girls" proffering hits on hookah pipes packed with fruity tobacco blends.
Attraction type: Bar/club
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- Dec 13, 2005 "Cool Place to Hang Out"
Attraction type: Tourist/visitor center; Town center/square/plaza
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#128 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Chicago's large Chinese neighborhood is full of popular restaurants.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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- Oct 18, 2007 "Go for food, but skip if you're not hungry"
- May 7, 2007 "Good Food and small shops"
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#130 of 482 attractions in Chicago
This modern arena replaced the old Chicago Stadium as home court for the NBA's Bulls and the NHL's Blackhawks.
Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field
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- Apr 17, 2008 "pretty good arena"
- Mar 8, 2008 "Great arena highly recommend a visit!!!!!"
- Mar 2, 2007 "Great Arena bad neighborhood, not much to do after the game"
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#131 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Great ambience, fun place to get your hair cut Just off Michigan Avenue, in the heart of the shopping district, Studio 110 is a great salon. Kelly Lynn Johnson is a top stylist, who gives brilliant...
Attraction type: Spa
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- Sep 15, 2006 "Stylist Paul"
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#132 of 482 attractions in Chicago
A popular Chicago jazz club.
Attraction type: Jazz bar
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- Jul 29, 2006 "Great place with a few staff issues"
- Mar 10, 2006 "Great Jazz in a nice club"
Downtown section of Chicago defined by the loop of elevated train that encircles it.
Attraction type: Neighborhood; Other
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#136 of 482 attractions in Chicago
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- Nov 16, 2004 "Tragic Goths UP, Punk Muthas DOWN!"
- Jan 16, 2004 "Like no place you've ever been"
- Dec 4, 2003 "Hell yes"
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#137 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Beach
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- Feb 23, 2006 "Very Nice Beach"
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#138 of 482 attractions in Chicago
This day-tour company offers guided kayak and rowboat tours of Chicago.
Attraction type: River
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- Jun 11, 2007 "Kayak tour of Chicago architecture"
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#139 of 482 attractions in Chicago
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- Jan 14, 2006 "St. Hyacinth Basilica is well worth a visit"
Drive throughr and park for the beach view near north Chicago
Attraction type: Lake
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#143 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Specialty shop
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- Oct 26, 2005 "BEST Stop on your Visit to Downtown Chicago!"
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#145 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Religious site
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#146 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Blues bar
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- Jun 23, 2008 "Gospel Blues Brunch"
- Mar 21, 2008 "Gospel Brunch a great experience"
- Sep 21, 2007 "The worst expericence ever!!!!!!"
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#147 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Bar/club; Jazz bar
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- Dec 24, 2007 "What a shame...."
- Jul 9, 2007 "Fun place!"
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#148 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Recognized as the biggest gay neighborhood in the city, Chicago's Boystown features some of the hottest nightlife and street culture for locals and tourists alike.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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- Dec 5, 2001 "not just for gays !"
This urban course, in sight of the Chicago skyline, was created on top of a pit of construction refuse.
Attraction type: Golf course
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#152 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Specialty shop which sells quirky women's clothing and accessories.
Attraction type: Specialty shop
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- May 2, 2004 "sublime for fashion"
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#154 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Open every Christmas season, the Christkindlmarket is modeled on an old-fashioned German market.
Attraction type: Flea/street market
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- Dec 11, 2005 "A sampling of the German Christmas Markets"
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#155 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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- Jan 5, 2004 "Nice culture experience."
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#156 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Beach
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- Sep 16, 2005 "Great times on a small beach"
Saturday performances for children.
Attraction type: Performance
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#158 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Built in 1921, the theater was restored to its full glory in 1986.
Attraction type: Theater
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- Apr 30, 2003 "Don't miss Heartbreak Waltz"
- Apr 30, 2003 "Loved Heartbreak Waltz at the Chopin"
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#159 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Theater
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- Apr 3, 2005 "The best back-to-back comedy deal in Chicago!"
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#160 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Bar/club
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#161 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Tour
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- Nov 9, 2007 "Lotsa Fun but could have offered more"
- Jun 15, 2007 "Not impressed!"
- Apr 16, 2007 "The best thing in Chicago"
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#162 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Theater
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- Jun 6, 2004 "Chicago home of the Blues, Brother!"
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#163 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Jazz bar
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- Oct 18, 2007 "Incredible view, classy, yet a bit smoky"
- Jul 10, 2007 "High prices and poor service"
- Jan 6, 2007 "The Signature Lounge"
From the Wrigley Building to the Drake Hotel, this boulevard runs the gamut of wealth and privilege.
Attraction type: Street
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#165 of 482 attractions in Chicago
This downtown street is filled with upscale shopping opportunities.
Attraction type: Street
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- May 10, 2002 "A Shopper's Paradise"
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#166 of 482 attractions in Chicago
Wines are offered by the flight or by the glass at this upscale wine bar.
Attraction type: Bar/club
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- Jul 17, 2005 "Not so great a taste"
If you want a casino on the water this may be the place for you. BUT it is not in Chicago. Or even Illinois for that matter. It is in East Chicago Indiana. Do not take a taxi to get here it will cost...
Attraction type: Casino
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This white, terra-cotta landmark was built in 1922 as headquarters for the Wrigley chewing gum company.
Attraction type: Architectural building
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Chicago's historic Water Tower has been transformed into the city's official photo gallery.
Attraction type: Art gallery; Tourist/visitor center; Landmark/point of interest; Mall
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