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What’s your passion? Ballet? Baseball? Brontosauruses? Classical music? Political satire? Modern architecture? Chicago has them all. In this city, you’re sure to find attractions that match your interests, and you’ll probably develop some new ones while you’re here. Make your first stop one of the official Visitor Centers, located at Chicago Water Works, 163 E. Pearson St., or the Chicago Cultural Center, 77 E. Randolph St. Pick up some brochures, talk with one of our friendly visitor services representatives and then go out and do the town.

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Museum Free Days

Museum Free Days

On rotating days of the week, numerous museums throughout Chicago offer ‘free days’ whereby culture seekers can take in amazing sights and sounds free of charge.

 

Buddy Guy at Legends

Buddy Guy's Legends

Since its opening in June of ‘89, Buddy Guy’s Legends has built a reputation as the nation’s premier Blues club. Mr. Guy’s personal reputation as the crowned king of Chicago’s electric Blues scene and his 50+ years in the music business have made Buddy Guy a living legend.

Gorilla at Lincoln Park Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo is the country’s most historic and distinguished zoological facility. Attracting an estimated 3 million visitors per year, the not-for-profit Lincoln Park Zoo is also one of the country’s last remaining free admission zoos.

 

The newly restored Tiffany Dome at the Chicago Cultural Center

Chicago Cultural Center

The nation's first free municipal cultural center, the Chicago Cultural Center is one of the city's ten most popular attractions and is considered one of the most comprehensive arts showcases in the United States.

In 2003 & 2004, AOL Travel/Travel+ Leisure named Chicago One of “America’s Favorite Cities”.




 
 
 
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