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Chicago

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Springfield

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Destinations

The Windy City tops one list after another for its entertainment, nightlife, cuisine options, and outdoor recreational opportunities.

Chicago River Cityscape at Sunset

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Also known as The Loop, downtown Chicago is the quintessential experience of the Midwestern metropolis. Named after the elevated trains that circle it, this community area is bustling with some of the city's most notable attractions. If you only have time to visit one area of the Windy City, make sure to head downtown.

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Chicago downtown and Chicago River at summer time

Sears Tower Observation Deck Reopens

Chicagos Field Museum Opens New Exhibit On Evolution

Chicago Sees First Snow Fall Of Season

New Survey Ranks Chicago's Art Institute Top Museum In The World

Superstar Pianist Lang Lang Presents Free Educational Program For Kids Through His Foundation At The Chicago Cultural Center

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Roger Ebert Memorial Tribute

Buckingham Fountain at Grant Park in Chicago, IL

Downtown Chicago Traffic

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If you're putting off a visit to Chicago because you think you can't fit it into your budget, you're in luck. There's plenty of things to do for free!

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The 606 elevated pedestrian trail running path in Humboldt Park. Bloomingdale Trail. Streets of Chicago.

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A typical tourist can have a great time in Illinois, but there's more to the state than the spots everyone else is going to visit. The state also boasts lovely natural features and plenty of historical sites that can take your vacation from basic to amazing.

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Finding fun things to do in Chicago with kids doesn’t take a lot of effort. Various venues and parks host events that include activities for children. Understandably, some parents and caregivers don’t want to wait for those so they look for things they can do in the meantime.

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Famous for its breathtaking skyline, Cicago is home to a wealth of culturally significant attractions you don't want to miss.

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From niche festivals to Frank Lloyd Wright's original architecture in Geneva, there's a small town in Illinois for every traveler.

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When it comes to American history, no city in the country is better at honoring significant personalities and major events than Springfield, Illinois.

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Old State Capitol, Springfield, Illinois

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Abraham Lincoln law offices &amp; Federal Courthouse

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