Monday, August 24, 2009

Chicago Attractions: Sites and Sounds

By Burt Clarkson

The city of Chicago is quite the spectacle. For those visiting for the very first time, it helps to know which Chicago attractions to start with. First off, I recommend the John Hancock Observatory and also the Chicago occupational health services Skydeck located at the Sears Tower. Here you will get a truly magnificent view of this grand city.

Next on your journey, you might have a desire to explore the history of this diverse and fascinating city. You can accomplish that at Navy Pier, where you will find the Time Scape. This fun contraption makes it possible to explore history and future of Chicago in a simulated 3-D experience. If that is not enough fun for you, feel free to visit the Chicago Funhouse Maze.

I bet you never thought you could explore Chicago in a way as interactive as this one. But that's not all. For the kids, or even the adults who still have some kid spirit in them, there is another Chicago attraction that is sure to please. It's called the FireZone, and it help kids understand fire safety directly from the real firefighters who deal with it every day. Kids won't forget this experience, and they'll take life lessons home with them.

There are also short trips specifically designed for those who are in need of some romance. Among these are boat tours along the shoreline, specifically on ships like the Odyssey. Step on this boat and you will enjoy the height of luxury for a few hours. There is everything from wines and music to the best in entertainment and super delicious meals.

Every summer, fireworks display over your dinner cruise is to be expected on Sundays and Wednesdays. All the accompaniments you need to spend quality time with your love one is here.

From boat tours to road trips, Chicago attractions can be explored by taking the city bus tours. The tours would lead you to different Chicago landmarks and tour guides will entertain you with a wealth of information regarding the city's colorful history.

While you are out, don't forget to join one of the many tours that see different niche parts of the city. There is a gourmet dining tour, tours for kids, and plenty of others. And in addition to that, there are also two awesome zoos in Chicago. One of them, the Lincoln Park Zoo, is the oldest in the U.S. but is still one of the best to visit. And my favorite part of it is that it is free to visit all year round.

The other one is Brookfield Zoo located west of downtown Chicago. The zoo is beautifully landscaped and is the home of over two thousand animals. Other Chicago attractions that are well noted are the Field Museum, Adler Planetarium and Shedd Aquarium.

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