Spending a Weekend in the Windy City Away From Most Tourists

Many visitors and tourists go to Chicago to seebuilding that is famous for having pieces of the
the many great attractions that are part of thisworld famous buildings, monuments and sights all
Midwestern city located right on Lake Michigan. Itbuilt into their structure. The architectural boat
is a vibrant as well as historic city that attractstour also gives you a good history of the city
many young professionals after graduating collegewhich is quite interesting as well for those who
for the many great things that it offers. Thisare not familiar with Chicago. Another great idea is
article will offer some suggestions if you areto visit Millenium Park which is a newer addition to
planning to visit Chicago over a weekend andChicago. It has great gardens, an ice skating rink
some tips from locals like a financial planner orand the famous reflective bean which have
financial consultant that lives and works there. Itbecome quite popular things to see.
will recommend some great restaurants, hotelsAnother great place to go is the Lincoln Park
and things to do and see on your short stay.neighborhood that is not too long of a walk from
There are many great hotels to stay in Chicagothe river and downtown. In Lincoln Park is the
and depending on the amount you can afford,famous Lincoln Park zoo which is free to go in so
anything located around the main part of Michiganyou can stroll as much of the zoo as you would
Avenue would be great and in walking distance orlike without having to pay a cent. This
a short cab ride to many things. The Fairmont orneighborhood attracts a lot of young professionals
the Embassy Suites are all great and are a blockand young families for the proximity to
or two off the loud Michigan Avenue. If youdowntown and the nice neighborhood feel it has.
prefer to be right on the main drag of MichiganA great restaurant to go to while in that area is
Avenue the Westin and the Hyatt are goodTopo Gigio which is a great family owned
choices too. The newest and tallest hotel is theneighborhood Italian restaurant that has authentic
Trump International hotel and tower which is veryand delicious dishes in this quaint restaurant. It is
nice as well.one of the best spots in the city to eat and is not
One of the best recommendations for a greatwell known to tourists.
thing to do is to take the architectural tour that isAnother fun place to eat is Cafe Ba Ba Reeba on
done on a boat and goes on the river and outNorth Halsted Street. It is a fun, festive spot that
along the lake giving you a great history of theserves tapas styles dishes and is a fun place to
amazing architecture seen in Chicago. Speaking ofgo to with a larger party and the food is delicious.
fun buildings, be sure to stop by the Tribune