Frommer's Chicago 2005
Chapter One
The Best of Chicago
A city as large and diverse as Chicago offers almost too many options; here
you'll find hotels, restaurants, and cultural offerings to suit every style (not to
mention budget). But if narrowing down all your choices seems daunting, never
fear. Consider this your cheat sheet to the very best of the city, the places we
natives steer our out-of-town relatives to when they want to experience the "real"
Chicago. Some are well-known tourist attractions; others are insider secrets. But
all are places and experiences that truly sum up our city. Happy exploring!
1 Frommer's Favorite Chicago Experiences
Studying the Skyline: The birthplace
of the modern skyscraper,
Chicago is the perfect place to
learn about-and appreciate-these
dramatic buildings that
reach for the sky. A good way to
ground yourself in the city's history
is to take an architectural
tour-by foot, bus, bike, or boat.
See "Sightseeing Tours," beginning
on p. 210.
Getting Lost at the Art Institute:
This vast art museum offers myriad
places for private meditation.
Internationally known for its
French Impressionist collection,
the Art Inst ... read full excerpt from Frommer's Chicago 2005 ebook
