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Chicago in a day
Kuma's Corner is one of Chicago in a day.

1. Kuma's Corner

8.8
2900 W Belmont Ave (at Francisco Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Northwest Side · 417 tips and reviews
Chicago Line Cruises is one of Chicago in a day.

2. Chicago Line Cruises

465 N McClurg Ct (Illinois & McClurg), Chicago, IL
Boat or Ferry · Streeterville · 26 tips and reviews

Li F.Li Feng: This is easily the best architectural tour in Chicago. Trust me I'm a concierge here.

The Art Institute of Chicago is one of Chicago in a day.

3. The Art Institute of Chicago

9.5
111 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe St & Jackson Dr), Chicago, IL
Art Museum · Grant Park · 685 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The collection encompasses more than 5,000 years of human expression from around the world & more than 260,000 pieces. The Modern Wing was opened in 2009 & is the largest expansion in their history.

Navy Pier is one of Chicago in a day.

4. Navy Pier

8.7
600 E Grand Ave (at Streeter Dr), Chicago, IL
Pier · Streeterville · 369 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The first Ferris wheel made its debut in Chicago at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. Today, Navy Pier is home to a 15-story Ferris wheel, modeled after the original one. Read more.

Cloud Gate is one of Chicago in a day.

5. Cloud Gate

9.3
N Michigan Ave (btwn Randolph St & Monroe Dr), Chicago, IL
Outdoor Sculpture · Grant Park · 302 tips and reviews

Jennie D.Jennie Day-Burget: If you like art and/or architecture don't miss The Bean in Millenium Park. It is truly fantastic!

The Violet Hour is one of Chicago in a day.

6. The Violet Hour

8.7
1520 N Damen Ave (at Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Wicker Park · 255 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: It's pristine (the carefully constructed cocktails are excellent), pretentious (you won’t find a sign on the door–just look for the long lines) and, ultimately, completely and unarguably gorgeous. Read more.

Willis Tower is one of Chicago in a day.

7. Willis Tower

8.3
233 S Wacker Dr (btwn W Adams St & W Jackson Blvd), Chicago, IL
Structure · The Loop · 308 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: 1,451 feet tall. If you're brave enough, the skydeck is amazing. You literally feel like you're floating on top of the world. For more stories mentioning the Willis Tower, go to http://trib.in/ogoEOZ

Girl & The Goat is one of Chicago in a day.

8. Girl & The Goat

9.1
809 W Randolph St (at Halsted St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Town · 552 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: There are a few here for a Top Chef sighting, but most seek the chef’s flavors. Don’t leave without taking risks: roast goat neck? Foie gras for dessert? Izard is evolving how ingredients are seen. Read more.

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria is one of Chicago in a day.

9. Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

8.7
439 N Wells St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · River North · 331 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: Chicago's famous pizza is at its acme here - the cheese and sausage pie is deep-dish nirvana.

Hot Doug's is one of Chicago in a day.

10. Hot Doug's

3324 N California Ave (at Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Northwest Side · 236 tips and reviews