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What 2 do in Chicago?
First, what not to do:
2. The Bean
"It looks like a bedpan."
– Matt Heineman
1. Willis Tower Observation Deck
The sky deck in the Hancock building is shorter. But the wait times are, too.
Museums:
The Shedd Aquarium and Field Museum are both worth the visit, and are conveniently right next to each other.
The Art Institute is also another Chicago institution. It's a great place to spend a morning.
For less of a "museum" feel, The Chicago Sports Museum is very cool. It's located at the top of Water Tower Place – stop by the Lego store while you're there.
Parks:
Check out the free zoo in the middle of Lincoln Park, and keep walking north for a conservatory, nature museum, and a li'l secluded pond.
Just north is Wrigley Field. The ivy won't be green yet, but the Cubs are hosting the Mets.
South of downtown, Jackson Park and the University of Chicago campus is a beautiful part of the city.
If the weather cooperates, swing by the beaches. Hartigan, North Avenue, or Montrose Beach are our favorites.
Food:
Kasama Breakfast
Great pastries, great sandwiches. Order ahead to skip the crazy lines.
Table Donkey Stick
A neighborhood favorite of ours. Cool vibe, and always a table available.
Daisie's
Another of our haunts. The menu is never the same and always great.
Flub a Dub Chub's
Austin's favorite hot dog in the city, tucked into a little basement restaurant.
Weiner Circle
Another hot dog spot in Lincoln Park famous for rude service. The food's worth it.
If you're doing deep dish (and you should), we prefer Lou Malnati's or Uno's.
Shopping:
Water Tower Place is also home to good shops and the unofficial start of the Magnificent Mile.
Milwaukee Avenue is another great place to spend money. Big brands, thrift stores, and Myopic Books, our favorite bookstore in the city.
Navy Pier has something for everyone. If you're headed out there, it's easiest to drive!
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