Get your kicks on Route 66
Family Attractions
Navy Pier- Navy Pier is a 3300 foot pier that extends from the heart of Chicago out into Lake Michigan. Navy Pier was originally built in 1916 for the use of unloading cargo ships. Now the pier is a world famous site tat features the following attractions.
A 150-foot (46 m)-tall Ferris wheel, an IMAX theater, the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze, the Chicago Children's Museum, the Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows, and at the entrance to Navy Pier is a statue of Oak Park comedian Bob Newhart, sponsored by the TV Land network.
Millenium Park- Much like central park in New York, Chicago's Millennium Park is a great placer to enjoy amazing scenery or take in a concert in the park on a warm summer night. Millennium Park is an award-winning center for art, music, architecture and landscape design. The result of a unique partnership between the City of Chicago and the philanthropic community, the 24.5-acre Park features the work of world-renowned architects, planners, artists and designers.
Among Millennium Park's prominent features are the Frank Gehry-designed Jay Pritzker Pavilion, the most sophisticated outdoor concert venue of its kind in the United States; the interactive Crown Fountain by Jaume Plensa; the contemporary Lurie Garden designed by the team of Gustafson Guthrie Nichol Ltd, Piet Oudolf and Robert Israel; and Anish Kapoor’s hugely popular Cloud Gate sculpture.
Millennium Park is located in the heart of downtown Chicago. It is bordered by Michigan Avenue to the west, Columbus Drive to the east, Randolph Street to the North and Monroe Street to the South.
The Park is open daily from 6am - 11pm. Admission is free.
Museums- Chicago is home to many wonderful museums that are great interactive places for families. Among them are Chicago History Museum and Museum of Science and Industry. For more info please check out there websites below.
Theatre District - Chicago is also home to a Broadway Theatre district which feature some of the worlds best Broadway productions. Take the time to check out the website below for information on shows during your time in Chicago.
Take me Out to the Ball Game
Summer in Chicago is a great time to take in a Cubs or White Socks game. Its another great way for your family to enjoy Chicago while you are in Convention.
Magnificent Mile - Probably Chicago's most famous landmark, The Magnificent mile is a section of Chicago's Michigan Avenue that is littered with some of the worlds best shopping, dinning and entertainment.
The Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower)
The tallest man made skyscraper in the western hemisphere the Willis Tower stands at 1450 feet tall and 110 stories. The sky deck at the top of the Willis tower is a must see while in Chicago. Visit the website below for details.
Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan
Staying a couple of days before or after convention. Take advantage of one of Chicago's best hid secrets. Odyssey Cruises in Chicago put on a spectacular dinner cruise eon Lake Michigan giving its guests the best unobstructed views of Chicago's skyline. Enjoy some of the best local cuisine along with like entertainment. Definitely a great experience. See the website below for more details.
