Where To Stay In Chicago
The Langham
330 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Stunning five-star luxury awaits at The Langham. Enjoy refreshments in the exclusive Langham Club, discover fine dining in the contemporary and classic dining rooms and relax in understated, elegant rooms. Find this fine hotel right by the Chicago River.
Loews Chicago Hotel
455 N Park Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
Located in the heart of downtown, Loews has 400-plus guestrooms and 25 special suites. There’s a restaurant cooking up classics, alongside a rooftop terrace with skyline and lake views. It’s a short walk away from Navy Pier and Solider Field is a 10-minute drive.
JW Marriott Chicago
151 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL 60603
Stay in the lap of luxury in a fabulous Downtown location when you book into this Marriott. This grand, historic building is close to SkyDeck, Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago, while an on-site spa, indoor swimming pool and rooms with wonderful views will keep all kinds of guest happy.
The Best Chicago Restaurants
avec
615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661
Found in the Loop Downtown area, avec serves the finest Mediterranean cuisine in Chicago. Dine with friends and enjoy shared dishes including rotisserie chicken with vegetables and hummus, alongside juicy lamb roti dinners.
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
60 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Though its origins lie in Miami, this restaurant’s seafood delicacies have made Chi-Town their home. Chow down on a delicious Florida Stone Crab, served with a wine of your choice – finishing with a decadent slice of Key lime Pie.
Alinea
1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
With three Michelin stars to its name, Alinea is destination dining at its finest. Watch the chefs at work through the full-length windows to the kitchen as they conjure up magic for a multi-course tasting menu. It’s not cheap – expect to pay at least $250 a head – but worth it for cooking that touches the heavens.
The Best Things to Do in Chicago
Willis Tower
233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
One of the tallest buildings in the world and with the highest observation deck in the entire US, Willis Tower is Chi-Town at its most inspiring. Head to the 103rd floor to visit the Skydeck experience. Gaze out across the sprawling city and beyond, then step out onto The Ledge – a clear glass balcony that protrudes from the tower.
Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Navy Pier is Chicago’s entertainment capital. It’s a 10-minute drive from Downtown and is packed with independent and big-name restaurants, local handcraft stores and theme park rides – including the Centennial Ferris Wheel. Several boat tours set sail from here too. Enjoy a luxurious dining cruise or an unforgettable tour along the Chicago River.
Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago is famous for its unique culture and its Art Institute is one of the States’ most prestigious. Appreciate permanent works from masters like van Gogh, Picasso and Matisse, alongside a thrilling carousel of exhibitions from future greats from across the US and internationally. There are also thought-provoking works from Africa, Asia and Europe.