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Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour
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Rosemont: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
What to do in Evanston
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Chicago’s world-renowned baseball ground, Wrigley Field is an iconic stadium where you can learn about the all-American sport and even catch a game.
McCormick Place
Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.
Michigan Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Navy Pier
A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
Millennium Park
One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.
Grant Park
Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Chicago Riverwalk
Stroll along the waterfront of the Chicago River to pass some of the city’s most appealing attractions and appreciate how a once grim area has been successfully revamped.
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
Areas of Evanston
South Evanston
Appreciated for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring South Evanston. Check out the variety of things to see and do like FEW Spirits, and jump on the metro at Main Street Metro Station or South Boulevard Station to get around the city.
North Evanston
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit North Evanston. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Welsh-Ryan Arena and Ryan Field are a few top sights nearby.
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