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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 514 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 514 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #23 of 514 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Theater
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #24 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Unique architecture for a building complex as its own self-contained community.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Beautiful example of early Chicago style skyscraper architecture, renovated as a boutique hotel.

Attraction type: Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 514 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Considered a miracle of engineering at the time of its construction.  Most of the floors consist of condominiums.  Its observation tower affords a quite different view of the downtown Chicago area...

Attraction type: Architectural building; Observation deck/tower
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Large historic conservatory (primarily indoor but some outdoor displays) located near an el stop in Garfield Park, one of the cities largest parks.  Conservatory is operated by the Chicago Parks...

Attraction type: Garden; Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Art Deco skyscraper recently renovated in its new incarnation as a Hard Rock hotel.

Attraction type: Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #30 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Mexican museum located in the Pilsen neighborhood.

Attraction type: Art museum; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #31 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Venerable home field of the Chicago Bears football team.

Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 514 attractions in Chicago

The Chicago Museum of Science and Industry is the best place to visit while you are in Chicago. They have many exhibits and lots of things for kids to do. If you are going to visit the Chicago Museum...

Attraction type: Science museum; Ship
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 514 attractions in Chicago
Attraction type: Comedy club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #34 of 514 attractions in Chicago

My wife and I attempted to visit the SkyDeck on Saturday, August 9, 2009 in the afternoon.  The ensuing experience was like a death march that only finally ended when we fled in disgust after waiting...

Attraction type: Observation deck/tower; Architectural building; Landmark/point of interest; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 514 attractions in Chicago

This upscale shopping district on North Michigan Avenue sparkles during the holiday season with the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, featuring street sales, holiday music and entertainment.

Attraction type: Neighborhood; Street
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #36 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Blues club located on the north side of Chicago.

Attraction type: Blues bar
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #37 of 514 attractions in Chicago

The neo-gothic tower's signature is the exterior collection of stones from other famous edifices, like the Parthenon, St. Peter's Basilica, Notre Dame, the White House and most recently, the Berlin Wall.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #38 of 514 attractions in Chicago

Well-known and iconic monument located in Daley Plaza in the Loop.

Attraction type: Statue
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #39 of 514 attractions in Chicago

The museum contains three-dimensional laser photographs

Attraction type: Specialty museum; Museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #40 of 514 attractions in Chicago

The recreated environments of the Amazon River and Philippine coral reefs at the Shedd Aquarium are only outdone by its newest exhibit, "Wild Reef - Sharks at Shedd," one of the largest and most diverse shark exhibits in North America.

Attraction type: Aquarium; Other
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