24 days in Chicago Itinerary

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at The Art Institute of Chicago and Ernest Hemingway Birthplace. Cantigny Park and Fourth Presbyterian Church will appeal to history buffs. Get out of town with these interesting Chicago side-trips: Little Red Schoolhouse (in Willow Springs), Springbrook Nature Center (in Itasca) and Spring Valley (in Schaumburg). There's lots more to do: stroll around Millennium Park, admire the striking features of Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and take in panoramic vistas at Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Chicago sightseeing planning app.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Gary Chicago International Airport. In July, daily temperatures in Chicago can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 22°C.