Illinois and Chicago Travel Guide

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The Chicago and Illinois Tourist Office welcomes you with this
special Travel guide designed to help the international traveller
plan the perfect holiday.
To help you identify where to start, we’ve
blues bars and dance clubs to opera and
separated the state into five regions, each
theatre. gardens, zoos, state parks and re-
delivering its own experience.
sorts are all listed under Leisure/Recreation.
Museums/History lists important cultural
Comprehensive listings, which include
institutions and historic sites. Architecture
descriptions, addresses and phone
reveals notable landmarks throughout
numbers, point out a variety of things
the state.
to see and do. Shopping, for example,
organises stores and boutiques by
remember, you can always visit
neighbourhood and state regions.
gochicago.com for updated travel
Dining is categorised by cuisine, while
information on illinois and Chicago.
Entertainment covers everything from
TABLe oF ConTenTs
inTroDuCTion
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CATegories
Illinois Map
back flap
shopping
4
Chicago Map
front flap
Dining
10
Neighbourhood Map
back inside flap
entertainment
22
Chicago Neighbourhoods
inside flap
Leisure/recreation
32
Museums/history
37
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Architecture
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ILLINOIS
Illinois is known as the Land of Lincoln, thanks to
Abraham Lincoln who worked his way from humble
legislator to President of the United States. Today,
Illinois is a study in diverse cultures and landscapes,
from the cosmopolitan city of Chicago to the rolling
green hills of Southern Illinois.
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ChiCAgo
since its rise from the ashes of the great Chicago Fire, the
city of Chicago has picked itself up and never looked
back. Today, this world-class city is internationally known
for its unrivaled architecture, five-star cuisine, chic shop-
ping and leading cultural institutions. Chicago also has
a reputation as one of the friendliest and most walkable
cities in the u.s., with a breathtaking lakefront that’s close
to all the action.

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neighBourhooDs
Chicago is also known as a city of neighbourhoods,
hip stores and art galleries, edgy restaurants and
each with their own unique flavour. Shop
trendy clubs populate river north, Bucktown and
designer boutiques and upscale retail centres
Wicker Park. Authentic ethnic shops and restaurants
on the stretch of north Michigan Avenue known
can be found in greektown, Little italy, Chinatown,
as the Magnificent Mile®. The Loop is home to many
the german enclave in Lincoln square and the
of the city’s leading museums and theatres, along
swedish community of Andersonville. south of
with great shopping on state street. explore unique
downtown, the hyde Park neighbourhood is home
stores, restaurants and nightlife that ranges from
to the Museum of science and industry and the
comedy to blues clubs in the near north side
Dusable Museum of African-American history,
neighbourhoods of streeterville, old Town, the
as well as a number of African-American shops,
gold Coast, Lincoln Park and Lakeview.
restaurants and nightspots.

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This page offers helpful facts about transportation, weather

tips
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and visitor information. For more details about visas, consulate
V
offices and currency information, go to gochicago.com.
tra
What you need to know
Airports
Central standard time:

6 hours earlier than GMT
o’hare international
1 hour earlier than East Coast
airport
2 hours later than West Coast
773.686.2200
legal car rental age:
25 years old
legal driving age:
16 years old
midWay international
legal drinking and gaming age: 21 years old
airport
(photo ID or passport required)
773.838.0600
emergency services:
Dial 911
AVERAGE FLIGHT
Guides
TIMES TO CHICAGO
Additional guides packed with helpful information are
TIME
FROM
(HOURS)
downloadable at www.gochicago.com.
Brussels
8
Visitor Centres
Dublin
8
ChiCago Water Works
ChiCago Cultural Centre
Frankfurt
8
Visitor information Centre
Visitor information Centre
Hong Kong
14
163 E. Pearson Ave.
77 E. Randolph St.
London
8
Mon. - Thur.:
8am - 7pm
Mon. - Thur.:
8am - 7pm
Milan
9
Friday:
8am - 6pm
Friday:
8am - 6pm
Mexico City
4
Saturday:
9am - 6pm
Saturday:
9am - 6pm
Paris
8
Sunday:
10am - 6pm
Sunday:
10am - 6pm
Holidays:
10am - 4pm
Holidays:
10am - 4pm
Toronto
2
Closed Thanksgiving,
Closed Thanksgiving,
Zurich
8.5
Christmas Day and
Christmas Day and
New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day
You can find helpful information at Tourist Information
Centres throughout the state. Visit gochicago.com for
locations and listings.
gochicago.com
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CTA Trains
WEATHER
The elevated train service, nicknamed the
AVG. TEMP
RAINFALL
SNOWFALL
El, connects both airports with the city. Blue
MONTH
(ºF/ºC)
(AVG. INCHES)
(AVG. INCHES)
Line=O’Hare & Orange Line=Midway. For
Jan.
21.0/-6.1
1.5
10.7
more information and a CTA map, please
Feb.
25.4/-3.6
1.4
8.4
refer to the back inside flap.
March
37.2/2.8
2.7
6.5
888.968.7282
April
48.6/9.2
3.6
1.8
Metra Commuter Rail
May
58.9/14.9
3.3
.1
Metra system makes travelling to and from
June
68.6/20.3
3.8
–
downtown Chicago and its surrounding
July
73.2/22.8
3.7
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areas easy. The 10-Ride Ticket saves 15%
Aug.
71.7/22.0
4.2
–
over one-way fares and can be shared. The
Sept.
64.4/18.0
3.8
–
Weekend Pass is good for unlimited rides on
Oct.
52.8/11.5
2.4
.5
all Metra lines on both Saturday and Sunday.
Weekdays: 312.322.6774
Nov.
40.0/4.4
2.9
1.9
Evenings & Weekends: 312.836.4949
Dec.
26.6/-3
2.5
8.8
Amtrak
Amtrak offers train service to many Illinois destinations and attractions, making it a cost-effective
alternative to travelling by car, bus or plane.
800.872.7245
Accommodations
Looking for the perfect hotel for your trip to Illinois? Visit the “Packages” section on

gochicago.com for hotel listings throughout the state, complete with images and
available amenities.
Insider Tips
free trolleys
free ChiCago greeter tours
You don’t need a ticket to get from place
Given in over 18 different languages, see
to place in Chicago. Just look for the “Free
Chicago through the eyes of local volunteers.
Trolley” sign at popular Chicago destinations
Select from more than 25 neighbourhoods and
like Navy Pier, the Museum Campus, Lincoln
40 popular interest areas including Fashion, Film,
Park Zoo, Michigan Avenue and State Street.
Ethnic Chicago and Public Art. Advanced
Visit gochicago.com for additional information.
registration is requested and information can
Summer service from late May to early
be found in the “Travel Tips” section
September and during the winter
on gochicago.com.
holiday season.
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Take advantage of the favourable exchange rate at
some of the state’s best boutiques, department stores
and vertical malls.
shopping
CHICAGO
BUCKTOWN
Helen Yi
Scoop NYC
Apartment Number 9
Offerings include a blend
Urban chic is the signature
of couture designers and
of this New York favourite
This chic men’s clothing
small label contemporary
that features everything
store carries both casual
collections, including piec-
from denim by Citizens of
and dressy styles by
es by Chicago designers.
Humanity to Vera Wang
designers that include
gowns, along with an
Paul Smith and Jack Spade.
1645 N. Damen Ave. –
773.252.3838
on-site café.
1804 N. Damen Ave. –
773.395.2999
1702 N. Milwaukee Ave. –
Michelle Tan
773.227.9930
futurgarb boutique
This Chicago designer
creates sleek yet seductive
T-Shirt Deli*
This urban loft store carries
clothing for women,
Dream up your own mes-
the latest underground
using silk, satin and other
sage or choose an iron-on
fashions for men and
natural fabrics.
design from the menu of
women, including lines
T-shirts, which are printed
by Billabong, Salvage
1872 N. Damen Ave. –
773.252.1888
whilst you wait and come
and Affliction.
wrapped in butcher paper
1359 N. Milwaukee Ave. –
Robin Richman
773.276.1450
along with a bag of crisps.
Find some of the funkiest
1739 N. Damen Ave. –
Habit
shoes in Chicago, along
773.276.6266
with beaded jewellery
More than 75 independent
and fun vintage travel
GOLD COAST
emerging Chicago
knickknacks.
designers show their wares
Barneys New York
here, including many
2108 N. Damen Ave. –
A style icon since 1923,
773.278.6150
limited-edition pieces.
Barneys is the place
1951 W. Division Ave. –
that celebrities and
773.342.0093
fashionistas go to find
sophisticated men’s
and women’s clothing.
25 E. Oak St. – 312.587.1700
* Visit gochicago.com for additional locations
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CLOTHING SIZE CONVERSION CHART
SHOE SIZE CONVERSION CHART
WOMEN’S
MEN’S
WOMEN(US)
MEN(US)
UK
EUROPE
US
UK
Europe
US
Europe
5
–
3.5
37
2
4
32
34
44
6
–
4.5
38
4
6
34
36
46
7
–
5.5
39
6
8
36
38
48
8
7
6.5
40
8
10
38
40
50
9
8
7.5
41
10
12
40
42
52
10
9
8.5
42
12
14
42
44
54
11
10
9.5
44
14
16
44
46
56
12
11
10.5
46
16
18
46
48
58
13
12
11.5
47
18
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George Greene
Jake Goldcoast
Marilyn Miglin
This high-end men’s clothing
This unique denim shop
Learn how to choose
shop features Kiton, Luciano
for men and women
and apply makeup, as
Barbera and Yohji Yamamo-
features clothing by
well as the best way to
to, as well as suits, jackets
both established and up-
care for your skin, during
and shirts made to measure.
and-coming designers.
a private consultation.
49 E. Oak St. – 312.654.2490
939 N. Rush St. – 312.664.5553
112 E. Oak St. – 800.662.1120
Ikram
Madison and Friends*
Ultimo
Explore a treasure trove of
Find contemporary
Catering to the fashionable
clothing and shoes by
children’s clothing in
set for more than 40 years,
upscale designers that
newborn to junior sizes,
Ultimo carries dozens
include Alexander
as wel as baby gifts and
of haute designers and
McQueen and Jimmy Choo,
the largest col ection of
hundreds of accessories.
as well as vintage clothing
kids’ shoes in the city.
114 E. Oak St. – 312.787.1171
and accessories.
43 E. Oak St. – 312.642.6403
873 N. Rush St. – 312.587.1000
Insider Tips
gray line ChiCago premium
BookaBle shopping tours
outlets tour
Visit Chicago’s locally owned boutiques
Enjoy amazing savings and access to world-
with professional shopping insiders. For
famous brands whilst shopping at Chicago
your customized experience, view our
Premium Outlets. You’ll receive a complemen-
“Shopping” section on gochicago.com
tary VIP coupon book for added bonus savings
and pre-book your tour.
just by showing your Gray Line ticket stub. Call
800.621.4153 or visit the “Shopping” section on
gochicago.com for more information.
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LAKEVIEW/
LINCOLN PARK
SOUTHPORT
Art Effect
Exhibit
Find great styles that go from day
Find hip looks at smart prices
to night for women, along with
from hot labels that include
jewellery and unusual gifts.
213 Industry and Rock Steady.
934 W. Armitage Ave. – 773.929.3600
2961 N. Lincoln Ave. – 773.880.0448
Cynthia Rowley
Flirt
Stylish outfits for work and play are
Get honest advice and styling
the hallmarks of this innovative
tips from a welcoming staff who
designer who hails from Illinois.
can help customers pull together
810 W. Armitage Ave. – 773.528.6160
great ensembles.
3449 N. Southport Ave. – 773.935.4789
Lori’s Shoes*
This shoe lover’s paradise carries
Krista K
everything from ballet flats to
This stylish boutique features
pumps, along with a fantastic
feminine everyday and special
selection of boots.
occasion pieces, as well as
824 W. Armitage Ave. – 773.281.5655
jewellery, scarves and accessories.
3458 N. Southport Ave. – 773.248.1967
Pink Frog
Youthful club clothes and acces-
sories here range from rhinestone
purses to platform shoes.
3201 N. Clark St. – 773.525.2680
* Visit gochicago.com for additional locations
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