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At Four Seasons, you enjoy a unique vantage point from which to explore the sights, sounds and experiences around you. We hope the highlights of local attractions below help simplify your planning. Please let us know how else we can assist you. Attractions on this page Art galleries
Art Institute of Chicago
Among the nation's best art museums, it houses one of the world's largest and finest collections of French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings. Works by El Greco, Rembrandt, Picasso, Dali, Renoir, Van Gogh, Seurat and Monet are displayed.
Museum of Contemporary Art
An intriguing showcase for international avant garde art, both visual and performing.
Attractions
Adler Planetarium
Discover three floors of exhibits dedicated to space exploration, navigation and astronomy.
Architectural Boat Cruise
Cruise up and down the Chicago River with a guided tour of Chicago's world renowned architecture. Approximately 90 minutes in duration. Schedule varies depending on the season.
Hancock Observatory
The 100-story Observatory is one of the world's 10 tallest buildings, dominating the Gold Coast skyline along Chicago's Magnificent Mile. The observatory deck, on the 94th floor, is accessed by the world's fastest elevator which moves at 1,800 feet (549 metres) per minute – making the trip in a mere 39 seconds. Once there, you will have an excellent view of Lake Michigan, the city skyline and, on a clear day, four different states.
Lincoln Park Zoo
A 35-acre (14-hectare) zoo in the heart of the city, it is the nation's oldest and most visited zoo. It houses 2,500 animals, birds and reptiles, representing 450 species.
Millennium Park
The latest addition to Michigan Avenue’s splendor is Millenium Park, opened in 2004. The Crown Fountain and Anish Kapoor’s "Cloud Gate" sculpture (referred to as "The Bean") are two of the park’s highlights.
Navy Pier
Chicago's top lakefront destination is a one-stop entertainment venue, featuring the Family Pavilion, including a large-screen IMAX theater, Chicago Children's Museum, restaurants and retail shops, as well as access to boat rides and cruises.
Sears Tower
One of the world's tallest buildings at 1,454 feet (443 metres), the Tower is an important stop on any Chicago tour, offering an enclosed skydeck observatory on the 103rd floor.
The John Shedd Aquarium
The world's largest indoor aquarium features 4,500 underwater creatures, representing 500 species, housed in six fresh- and saltwater tanks.
A glittering stretch of shopping on Michigan Avenue with such stores as Brooks Brothers, Burberry, Cartier, Chanel, Gucci, Neiman Marcus, Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue and Tiffany & Co., American Girl Place, Prada and Max Mara.
City tours
Chicago From The Lake
Architectural and Historical boat cruises from the exclusive dock at River East Plaza (435 East Illinois Street - lower level), a 5-minute drive from the Hotel and a short walk from Navy Pier. Each 90-minute cruise is fully narrated by a professional docent, and offers complimentary refreshments.
The Architectural Cruise, capacity of 180, includes the main, north and south branches of the Chicago River, and is available from May 1st to October 31st.
The Historical Cruise, capacity of 55, includes Lake Michigan and portions of the Chicago River. This cruise is offered from late April through mid October.
Museums
Museum of Science and Industry
Offering 2,000 displays in 75 exhibit halls the Museum is designed to illustrate the impact of science, attractions include a full-scale coal mine, a walk-through model of a human heart, a captured World War II German U-505 submarine and the Apollo 8 command module.
The Field Museum of Natural History
One of the four great museums of its kind in the world, it has evolved from exhibits brought to the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. It’s a magical place with animal exhibits, dinosaurs, gems and the world’s largest collection of anthropological art from the Pacific Islands.
Shopping
900 Shops
The epitome of upscale fashion featuring Bloomingdale's Fashion store and six levels of fine stores and restaurants. Shop some of the Magnificent Mile's finest retailers including Coach, Lalique, Montblanc, Kaehler TravelWorks, J.Crew and teuscher Chocolates of Switzerland. Dining choices include Frankie's 5th Floor Pizzeria, Frankie's Scaloppine, Baisi Thai, Bloomingdale's B Cafe, Oak Tree and Potbelly Sandwich Works.
American Girl Place
Located in Water Tower Place, this is the ultimate sanctuary for young girls to realise their inner star quality by discovering self-esteem and developing the qualities that help make a difference in an ever-changing environment.
Water Tower Place
Named after a nearby Chicago landmark, this elegant shopping center, housing 125 stores, is a must-see for both visitors looking to buy and window shoppers. Glass elevators carry shoppers up to the mall’s seven floors, and a waterfall tumbles alongside the main entrance escalator.
Sporting/Concert venues
Arlington Race Track
Opened in 1927 and recently renovated, Arlington Race Track is an institution in horse racing. Racing season extends from May 14 to September 30.
Soldier Field
Built in 1924, Soldier Field is home to the Chicago Bears (football). See concierge about game and concert tickets and box seats.
The United Center
A state-of-the-art sports arena that is home to the Chicago Bulls (basketball) and Blackhawks (hockey).
U.S. Cellular Field
Built in the 1990's as a replacement for the original Comiskey Park, this baseball stadium is the home of the Chicago White Sox. See Concierge about tickets and box seats.
Wrigley Field
A Chicago landmark since 1914, this classic ballpark, the second oldest in the nation, is a monument to the United States' national pastime: baseball. Home of the Chicago Cubs. See Concierge about tickets and box seats.
Theatre/Performing arts
Goodman Theatre
Founded in 1926 the Theatre presents some of the best live performances in the country. Everything from classic American theatre (Death of a Salesman) to new, experimental works are staged here.
House of Blues
Not just a blues bar, this venue presents the best in live music from many genres. Seating is limited.
Lyric Opera of Chicago
Founded in 1954, it is one of the world’s greatest opera companies. Its home is the beautiful art-deco Civic Opera House, built in 1929, with a 3,563-seat auditorium renowned for excellent acoustics and sightlines. Eighty performances of eight operas are presented each season between late September and late March. Spectacular productions, internationally acclaimed casts.
Oriental Theatre (Ford Center for the Arts)
Closed for 17 years, the Oriental Theatre has reopened after an extensive refurbishment as the Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Acoustics and sightlines are exceptional.
Shakespeare Theatre
Home to the Shakespeare Repertory Company, this intimate space seats 525, and provides a comfortable venue for productions of Shakespeare and other great playwrights. The theatre is located at Navy Pier.
The Symphony Center
Designed by Daniel Burnham and built in 1904 in the beaux-arts style, The Symphony Center was renovated and reopend in the fall of 1997. Home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
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