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Dec 02 2009

Things To Do In Chicago

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Will you be traveling to Chicago for business or a short vacation? Do you live in the Chicagoland area but need something to do this weekend? If you do, read on and learn about some nearly free Chicago attractions that you just must see.

There are hundreds of things to do in Chicago. If you have kids or just love animals, why not start with a visit to the zoo. Chicago has two major zoos. There is the Brookfield Zoo west of Chicago and the Lincoln Park Zoo in Northern Chicago. Both are highly acclaimed zoos featuring thousands of animals.

Do you like museums? The Museum of Science and Industry is a must see. It is one of the largest science museums in the western hemisphere. It is an interactive museum with thousands of hands on exhibits for you to experience. Take the kids or become a kid at the Museum of Science.

The Art Institute of Chicago is another must on the list of popular Chicago attractions. They have an extensive collection of art enclosed in a beautiful building in a great location. It is truly a world class museum which house some of the most famous pieces in the world. If you love or even just like art, you must go to this museum.

The last must see that i will talk about is the Sears Tower. From the Skydeck on the Sears Tower, you can see everything that is Chicago. It is a breathtaking view. Until 1996 the 110 story building was the tallest in the world and at 1454 feet tall, it dominates the Chicago skyline. The Skydeck itself is 1353 feet high and is the highest observation point in the city. A must see for sure.

As you can see, there are many things to do in this exciting city. We have only just scratched the surface of what Chicago has to offer. Most of the major attractions are inexpensive proving that you do not have to spend a fortune to have a good time. So visit a few of the attractions and enjoy your visit to Chicago or rediscover your city.

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Illinois State Fair in Great Fun

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The Illinois State Fair is held annually in the beginning of August in the town of Springfield. Visitors to the fair can enjoy some of the many events and entertainments included in general admission or pay a little extra to see tractor pulls, truck pulls and freestyle motocross at the Arena. If you want to pay the higher cost you can also check out the popular musical acts that often play at the Grandstand.

Children will enjoy the Kids Korner set up in the Emmerson Building on the fairgrounds. There’s always clowns, magicians, storytellers and folksingers wandering around. They can also enjoy a variety of puppet acts and face painting or take part in a Coloring Mural.

Adults and families will be able to find entertainment in the Happy Hallow. Stage acts have included such thrills as the Great White Shark Exhibit and Show with highlights involving divers entering the waters, and audience members getting a close up view of the sharks. Or those looking for something a little more comedic can see shows like the Peers Muttville Comix Dog Show. Watch Johnny Peers and his fifteen show dogs perform an amazing number of tricks, high wire walks, and see the dogs walk all over Johnny in a live act.

There is also the Ethnic Village where visitors can sample flavors and sounds from all over the world. You can eat Gyros from Greece, Jerk Chicken from Jamaica, and Banana Turon from the Philippines. Grab yourself a Reuben Sandwich and head over to the stage where you can hear the sounds of Irish music or the beat of the African drums.

Conservation World at the fair is filled with acts and information that can show you ways to help preserve and conserve the environment, while being entertained. There’s usually a Bird Sanctuary Show that allows visitors and up close view of some of the birds of the world.

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