Here’s what to see, do, and eat on a long weekend trip to Chicago.
If youre looking for a quick escape, there’s nowhere better than Chicago to spend a few days.
Heres how to have the perfect three-day weekend in Chicago.
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Head across the river for an Italian Beef sandwich from Portillos for lunch.
Then, hit the deck theSkydeck Chicagoat the Willis Tower that is.
Enjoying the view from its observation deck is arguably one of thebest things to do in Chicago.
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For dinner, grab a table at Quartino for a lively, family-style Italian meal.
Dont miss the eggplant parmesan, and do make a reservation ahead of time.
Afterward, ride the iconic L train north to pay Sue the Tyrannosaurus rex a visit at theField Museum.
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As one of the largest natural history museums in the world, it’s a dinosaur geek’s paradise.
A VIP tour for $25 allows visitors to spend 15 minutes on the field.
Al Capone was once a regular at the lounge, and his favorite booth is still standing.
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Doors open at 7:30 a.m. youll want to get there early because the doughnuts never last long.
Afterward, head to the corner of Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive for theChicago Architecture Foundations river cruise.
Stroll by the Chicago Theatre, then stop for lunch at Rick Bayless flagship Mexican restaurant, Frontera Grill.
The restaurant won a James Beard Award in 2007 and has been a local favorite for decades.
