Top 5 Chicago Attractions for Families Posted by simone Filed Under Family Travel

Dubbed as the ‘Windy City’, Chicago is the third largest city in the United States. The erstwhile home of American gangsters, the city has since let go of that reputation and has turned itself into one of the United States’ top tourist drawers.

If you and your family are planning to visit Chicago, here are five tourist attractions that you shouldn’t miss.

  1. The Hancock Observatory – located at the John Hancock Center at the heart of the city, the Observatory offers visitors a glimpse of areas as far as 80 miles, spanning four states. This isn’t for the faint-hearted though. At 1,000 feet above the ground, visiting this area can be a real challenge to those who fear heights.
  2. Sears Tower – used to hold the record of being the tallest building in the world. A lot of buildings have since surpassed the Sears, yet it remains as one of the most popular tourist attractions in Chicago. Like the John Hancock Center, it also has a viewing deck that allows visitors to see the city’s skyline.
  3. Orchestra Hall – if you and your family are fans of classical music, the Orchestra Hall is a definite must-see attraction in Chicago. This place is home to the world-renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra. You can contact the place to schedule tours or you can also reserve tickets for concerts.
  4. Wrigley Field – is home to the Chicago Cubs, which is one of the most famous baseball teams in the world. Your family can catch them here during their home games and be a part of the spirit of the stadium.
  5. Chicago History Museum – your visit to Chicago would be incomplete without taking a peek at its history. It has a vast collection that ranges from the political, like Abraham Lincoln’s death bed, as well as the politically irreverent items such the letter P from Playboy’s old building.

May 12, 2008 | Filed Under Family Travel

 

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