Chicago is a great city that’s packed with things to do. It is a perfect blend of a fast-paced urban setting life and Midwestern charm crammed into one of the most productive cities in the country. Most visitors to Chicago find that there are so many things to do in this fabulous city that just picking one or two attractions is nearly impossible. Here are the “can’t-miss” destinations in the windy city.

Navy Pier

Navy Pier is a large convention area that has been a Chicago landmark ever since it’s opening in 1916. It has a very diverse and interesting history. Today there are several restaurants, gift shops, auditoriums, theatres and various other attractions that make this our #1 travel stop in downtown Chicago.

Shedd Aquarium

A stroll through the local aquarium may not seem like the most exciting thing at first glance, but he Shedd Aquarium located across from Navy Pier isn’t quite like any other Aquarium. Being one of the largest aquariums in the country, it has exhibits, activities and showcases that no other aquarium has. Shedd is home to over eight thousand different marine animals as well as man-made coral reefs and one of the biggest shark exhibits in the world.

Union Station

Union Station is the only remaining part of Chicago’s collection of beautiful turn-of-the-century train stations. There are several gourmet eateries in the station as well as various shopping boutiques. The beautiful architecture is reason enough to make Union Station a must-see destination for any Chicago traveler.