{"id":19822,"date":"2017-07-19T09:00:57","date_gmt":"2017-07-19T09:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/?p=19822"},"modified":"2019-11-12T21:44:45","modified_gmt":"2019-11-12T21:44:45","slug":"how-to-have-the-perfect-chicago-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/how-to-have-the-perfect-chicago-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Have the Perfect Chicago Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Chicago.d178248.Destination-Travel-Guides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chicago<\/a> offers a full agenda for any weekend visit. To narrow down the options for a perfect trip, we\u2019ve partnered with family traveler (and Chicago resident) Kirsten Maxwell from <\/i><i>Kids Are A Trip. <\/i><i>She shares some favorite things to do and places to eat to have the perfect Chicago weekend.<\/i><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Chicago.d178248.Destination-Travel-Guides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chicago<\/a> is a city that attracts visitors year round with its stunning architecture, stellar food scene, and beautiful Lake Michigan views. Tourists want to visit all the top attractions and sample the deep dish pizza. That\u2019s a great plan, but here\u2019s a few new ideas for how to have the perfect weekend in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Chicago.d178248.Destination-Travel-Guides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chicago<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Day 1: Getting Settled<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p> Most visitors will arrive at one of Chicago\u2019s two airports, Midway or O\u2019Hare. Both can be anywhere from thirty minutes to an hour drive from downtown depending on the time of day. Taxis and public transportation are readily available at both.<\/p>\n<p> Head downtown and check into one of the centrally located hotels along or just off Michigan Avenue (also known as the Magnificent Mile), such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Chicago-Hotels-Loews-Chicago-Hotel.h9059537.Hotel-Information??mcicid=page.Inspire.Gnomads.kirsten.maxwell.how-to-have-the-perfect-chicago-weekend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Loews Chicago<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Chicago-Hotels-Chicago-Athletic-Association.h1118328.Hotel-Information??mcicid=page.Inspire.Gnomads.kirsten.maxwell.how-to-have-the-perfect-chicago-weekend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel<\/a>. Both properties have spectacular rooftop restaurants and bars for views of the city and central locations.<\/p>\n<p> Once settled, head to either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/things-to-do\/willis-tower-skydeck-the-ledge.a170477.activity-details??mcicid=page.Inspire.Gnomads.kirsten.maxwell.how-to-have-the-perfect-chicago-weekend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Willis Tower<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/things-to-do\/360-chicago-formerly-john-hancock-observatory-option-for-tilt-chicagos-newest-thrill-ride.a170348.activity-details??mcicid=page.Inspire.Gnomads.kirsten.maxwell.how-to-have-the-perfect-chicago-weekend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">360 Chicago<\/a> (formerly John Hancock Observatory) at the John Hancock Center. At Willis Tower, take an elevator to the 103rd floor and experience \u201cThe Ledge\u201d where visitors walk out on a glass platform 1,353 feet above the streets below. Another opportunity to be daring is \u201cTilt\u201d at 360 Chicago where people step onto a glass platform that \u201ctilts\u201d away from the building and suspends them 1,000 feet above Michigan Avenue. If these aren\u2019t your speed, simply enjoy the views of the city from above before heading back to street level.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19828\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19828\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19828\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Tilt-360-Travelocity.jpg\" alt=\"How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Tilt-360-Travelocity\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Tilt-360-Travelocity.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Tilt-360-Travelocity-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Tilt-360-Travelocity-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Tilt-360-Travelocity-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19828\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kidsareatrip.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kids Are A Trip<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p> Before dinner, grab a cocktail from a rooftop bar and enjoy the sunset view. Many hotels allow non-guests to have access to their rooftops. If you would rather skip the cocktails and head straight to dinner, consider one of these top choices. <strong>The Purple Pig<\/strong> right off Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River serves creative and delicious small plates in a family style setting. <strong>Eataly<\/strong> is another option for a memorable dining experience. The 63,000 square foot building houses aisle after aisle of groceries and 22+ restaurants and bars. Options vary from pasta and pizza to a Nutella bar. Those looking for something more formal should head to <strong>RPM Italian<\/strong> or <strong>RPM Steak<\/strong><i>. <\/i>It\u2019s impossible to go wrong with either one.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Day 2: Get Out and Explore<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p> Wake up early and head to Michigan Avenue or the Chicago River for a walk before the crowds arrive. Grab a bite to eat at <strong>Wildberry<\/strong> across from Millennium Park or <strong>Yolk<\/strong> (multiple locations). Both offer extensive breakfast menus with hearty meals that will keep you going all morning long.<\/p>\n<p> Afterwards take your car or hop on the train to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/Chicago.d178248.Destination-Travel-Guides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chicago<\/a> suburb of Naperville. This city is the perfect combination of restaurants, attractions, and entertainment. Here is where you will find one of Chicago&#8217;s<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/topgolf.com\/us\/naperville\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Topgolf <\/a><\/strong>locations, where families of all ages and abilities can make a day of driving golf balls from their own hitting bay and playing games of distance and accuracy. Think of TopGolf like a bowling alley for golf, but better. Families have their own comfortable couches and a server that brings them food and beverages while they\u2019re enjoying their games.<\/p>\n<p> Topgolf isn&#8217;t just about golf, there&#8217;s also interactive video games, giant Jenga, pool tables, music, and more. They also have a creative chef-driven menu with fun adult cocktails and a menu just for the kids. When you\u2019re done playing and eating lunch, head over to the <strong>Naperville Riverwalk<\/strong>. Take a stroll and enjoy the fountains, sculptures, and bridges before returning to the city for the evening.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19887\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19887\" class=\"wp-image-19887 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/MaleChildGolfer-2-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/MaleChildGolfer-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/MaleChildGolfer-2-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/MaleChildGolfer-2-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/MaleChildGolfer-2-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19887\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Michael Baxter, Baxter Imaging LLC<\/p><\/div>\n<p> If you still have some energy left, consider going to the theatre. Popular shows include <strong>Blue Man Group<\/strong> and <strong>The Second City<\/strong> sketch and improv comedy show. Broadway tickets may be available for performances at the <strong>Nederlander Theatre<\/strong>, <strong>Cadillac Palace Theatre<\/strong>, or <strong>CIBC Theatre<\/strong>. A good site to use for last minute tickets is TodayTix.<\/p>\n<p> Popular dinner spots for a pre-show meal include <strong>Petterino\u2019s<\/strong> (old school Italian restaurant), <strong>Atwood<\/strong> (American bistro), and <strong>Latinicty<\/strong> (a delicious up-scale Latin themed food court).<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Day 3: Take it Easy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p> Assuming it was a late night, today\u2019s a great morning for donuts and Chicago has plenty of them. Some favorites include: <strong>Doughnut Vault<\/strong> (go early before they sell out), <strong>Firecakes Donuts&nbsp;<\/strong>and <strong>Do-Rite Donuts<\/strong>. There are no bad choices at any of these shops.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19832\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19832\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19832\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Donuts-Travelocity.jpg\" alt=\"How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Donuts-Travelocity\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Donuts-Travelocity.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Donuts-Travelocity-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Donuts-Travelocity-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Weekend-in-Chicago-Donuts-Travelocity-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19832\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chicagoans are quite obsessed with doughnuts! Photo: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kidsareatrip.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kids Are A Trip<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p> If brunch is more your speed, consider heading to <strong>Beatrix<\/strong>, <strong>The Publican<\/strong>, or <strong>Summer House Santa Monica<\/strong>. Be sure to bring your appetite.<\/p>\n<p> If the weather is great, head to <strong>Millennium Park<\/strong> early and admire the Cloud Gate sculpture (aka \u201cThe Bean\u201d), Crown Fountain, and Lurie Garden. Walk over to <strong>Maggie Daley Park<\/strong> and admire the massive playground and climbing wall. In the winter, there\u2019s a skating ribbon that winds its way through the park. It\u2019s amazing to stand on a high point and see Lake Michigan to the east and the city skyscrapers to the west.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19834\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19834\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19834\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Chicago-Weekend-Millennium-Park-Travelocity.jpg\" alt=\"How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Chicago-Weekend-Millennium-Park-Travelocity\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Chicago-Weekend-Millennium-Park-Travelocity.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Chicago-Weekend-Millennium-Park-Travelocity-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Chicago-Weekend-Millennium-Park-Travelocity-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/How-to-Have-the-Perfect-Chicago-Weekend-Millennium-Park-Travelocity-400x250.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19834\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kidsareatrip.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kids Are A Trip<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p> Consider spending a few hours or the rest of the day at Chicago\u2019s top museums. There are many options in the downtown area. The <strong>Art Institute<\/strong> is Chicago\u2019s premiere art museum and has been named the best in the world. <strong>Shedd Aquarium<\/strong> features dolphins, penguins, and other marine life. The <strong>Field Museum of Natural History<\/strong> boasts dinosaurs, mummies and everything in between while <strong>Adler Planetarium<\/strong> offers an up close view of our universe. The <strong>Museum of Science and Industry<\/strong> offers hands-on exploration of everything from submarines to farm equipment. Consider purchasing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/things-to-do\/chicago-citypass-5-must-see-museums-attractions.a190061.activity-details??mcicid=page.Inspire.Gnomads.kirsten.maxwell.how-to-have-the-perfect-chicago-weekend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CityPASS<\/a> if you want to see more than one attraction.<\/p>\n<p> It wouldn\u2019t be a visit to the Windy City without some deep dish pizza, so I\u2019ll leave you with a couple of recommendations. <strong>Giordano\u2019s<\/strong> and <strong>Lou Malnati\u2019s<\/strong> usually claim they are \u201cthe best\u201d, but other delicious options include <strong>Pizzeria UNO<\/strong> and <strong>Pequod\u2019s Pizza<\/strong><i>. <\/i>After you\u2019ve had a chance to try any of them, you\u2019ll be counting the days until your next visit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chicago offers a full agenda for any weekend visit. 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