Along the Magnificent Mile
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Along the Magnificent Mile is a one-day and night sightseeing tour of Chicago.
UnderstandMost of Chicago lives in apartments, bungalows, condos, and houses on the North Side or the South Side, but this is where they all come together: to work amid the skyscrapers of the Loop, to relax in the parks and…
PrepareYou're walking for most of this itinerary, so wear comfortable shoes, and dress for the weather (and the climate).
MorningStart early! On your way out of the hotel, ask the concierge whether the water is flowing at Buckingham Fountain yet; this will be important later.
AfternoonWhen you are finished eating, head back upstairs and cross the river. If you are lucky, the bridge will be temporarily raised for some water traffic. Regardless, take in the views both east to the lake and west inland.
EveningIf you're a train geek and you have some time left before dinner, it might be worth your while to continue west on Jackson, cross the river, and then turn left on Canal St. to check out Union Station.
Stay safeOnce again, Chicago's climate is not to be underestimated. Bundle up in winter and keep hydrated in the height of the summer.
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- Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Along the Magnificent Mile" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo: Schrockc84 at English Wikipedia, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons