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This enormous art deco installation gives free regular water and light shows symbolizing the power and might of Lake Michigan.

Interact with animals and watch them feeding in this eclectic zoo with a rainforest section, a carousel and a Junior Zookeeper Program.

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

This enormous art deco installation gives free regular water and light shows symbolizing the power and might of Lake Michigan.

This was Frank Lloyd Wright’s first major public building and is still considered one of his greatest achievements. 

Take a tour of Evanston’s 19th-century lighthouse, which was once used to guide ships into Chicago Harbor and today stands as an eye-catching lakeside landmark.

With trails, a beach and a bird sanctuary, this spacious city harbor is a good place to sail from and a great place to hang out.

A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.

Cross a swinging bridge and play disc golf in this fun park, which comes alive with theater performances on summer nights. 

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

This enormous art deco installation gives free regular water and light shows symbolizing the power and might of Lake Michigan.

Stroll along the waterfront of the Chicago River to pass some of the city’s most appealing attractions and appreciate how a once grim area has been successfully revamped.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.

Enjoy the sun in this small but beautiful park, which is scattered with colorful flowerbeds, historic monuments and shaded picnic areas. 

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

Interact with animals and watch them feeding in this eclectic zoo with a rainforest section, a carousel and a Junior Zookeeper Program.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.

Cross a swinging bridge and play disc golf in this fun park, which comes alive with theater performances on summer nights.