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Chicago

Chicago, Illinois is known for its world famous architecture and is bursting with things to do. Our favorite links are below or you can visit Chicago's Convention and Tourism Bureau's site for more information.

  • Buckingham Fountain - Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain is perhaps one of the best places to relax and enjoy Chicago. It is one of the largest in the world. Every minute, 133 jets spray approximately 14,000 gallons of water in the air with lights and to the rhythm of music.
  • John G. Shedd Aquarium - The world's largest indoor aquarium houses 8,000 aquatic animals representing 650 species of fish, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, birds and mammals from all over the world.
  • Sears Tower - 110 stories (1,454 feet) This is the tallest building with all floors occupied.
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - This is one of the oldest and last remaining free zoos in the country.
  • Marina City - "The city within a city." There is a 16 story office building inside, a 1,750 seat theater, 700 seat auditorium, grocery store, restaurants, bowling alley, gymnasium, swimming pool, skating rink, marina for 700 boats and a sculptured garden.