See and Do in Chicago

Expats who relocate to Chicago will love the city’s high energy, attractions and activities – there is so much to keep any new resident busy while they explore their new home and familiarise themselves with the ins and outs of the city. Head to Lincoln Park for a wide range of attractions, visit the John Hancock Observatory for breathtaking views over the city, check out the entertainment at Navy Pier, and visit the Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium for insight into the wonderful world around us.

Field Museum
Even if new expats in Chicago visit the Field Museum only to see the largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil ever found, they will surely be intrigued by the other attractions at this amazing museum – a must for anyone living in Chicago.
Web: www.fmnh.org
Tel: (312) 922 9410

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home
Home of America’s most renowned architect, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home is a must for all culture vultures. Take a guided tour of the late architect’s home and marvel at his work on the guided tour carried out by the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust.
Web: www.wrightplus.org
Tel: (708) 848 1976

Art Institute of Chicago
Home to one of the greatest art collections in the world, art fundis will do well to visit the Art Institute of Chicago and marvel at the wonderful works of art inside. With Japanese ukiyo-e prints and ancient Egyptian bronzes, there is something for every art fanatic to enjoy.
Web: www.artic.edu
Tel: (312) 443 3600
 

Lincoln Park
Expats who have relocated to Chicago will love Lincoln Park’s plethora of attractions. Visit the Lincoln Park Zoo, enjoy the bathing beaches, stroll through the botanical conservatory, practice your swing on the golf course or pack a picnic and relax in the grassy meadows.
Web: www.lpzoo.com
Tel: (312) 742 2000 (zoo)
 

Shedd Aquarium
Visit the largest indoor aquarium in the world to meet the inhabitants of the surrounding rivers, lakes and sea. The Caribbean Coral reef exhibit never fails to impress while the Seahorse Symphony is a must! Head over to the Oceanarium to see the dolphins and other marine mammals performing daily.
Web: www.sheddaquarium.org
Tel: (312) 939 2438
 

Navy Pier
Situated on the lakefront in Chicago, a trip to Navy Pier is a must for all new expats arrivals, especially those with kids in tow. Offering year-round attractions such as parks and gardens, shops, restaurants, and even thrill rides, Navy Pier is a great way to spend the day.
Web: www.navypier.com
Tel: (312) 595 7437

Sears Tower (Willis Tower)
A must for any new resident of Chicago, a trip to the skydeck of the world-famous and iconic Sears Tower (now known as the Willis Tower) will reward with breathtaking views over the city’s skyline and beyond.
Web: www.theskydeck.com
Tel: (312) 875 9447

Millennium Park
One of Chicago’s most popular attractions, Millennium Park is famed for its innovative architecture as well as the polished stainless steel Cloud Gate. All new expats should take a trip down to the stadium to explore its other notable attractions, not to mention the Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
Web: www.millenniumpark.org
Tel: (312) 742 1168

Hancock Observatory
The third-highest building in Chicago, the John Hancock’s Observatory is a great way to get a bigger picture of the city and take an audio tour while viewing the sights below.
Web: www.hancock-observatory.com
Tel: (312) 751 3680