If you plan to spend some time in Chicago before heading west, there is enough to see and do in the Windy City to keep you busy for weeks.
From the beaches of Lake Michigan to the observation deck of the Sear's Tower, Chicago has it all. Places to visit include: The Art Institute of Chicago, The Museum of Contemporary Art, The Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Frank Lloyd Wright Houses, all night blues bars, and depending on the season, a game with one of Chicago's famous sports teams. Take your pick from hoops with the Bulls, football with the Bears, a game of hockey with the Black Hawks or baseball with the White Socks or the National League Chicago Cubs.
Eats:
Lou Mitchell's ΓÇó 660 W. Jackson, tel# 312-939-3111
Berghoff ΓÇó 17 W. Adams, tel# 312-427-3170
Sleeps:
For a complete list of hotels/motels in the Chicago area, call the Chicago Office of Tourism at 312-744-2400 or 800-487-2446
The Tremont Hotel ΓÇó 100 E. Chestnut St., tel# 312-751-1900 or 800-621-8133
City Suites Hotel Chicago ΓÇó 933 W. Belmont Ave., tel# 312-404-3400
Sites:
Sear's Tower ΓÇó 233 S. Wacker Drive, tel# 312-875-9696
Art Institute of Chicago ΓÇó Michigan Ave. at Adams St., tel# 312-443-3600
Union Station ΓÇó 210 S. Canal St., tel# 312-558-1075