4 days in Des Plaines, Chicago & Culver Itinerary

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Des Plaines
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Chicago
— 2 nights
Fly to Portland International Airport, Drive to Culver
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Culver
— 1 night
Drive to Portland International Airport, Fly to Chicago

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Des Plaines

For maps, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Des Plaines trip planning website.

Chicago to Des Plaines is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 82°F, and evening lows to 64°F. You will leave for Chicago on the 11th (Sun).
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Fun & Games · Nightlife · Parks · Outdoors

Chicago — 2 nights

Windy City

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sun): admire the striking features of Reliance Building, then don't miss a visit to Millennium Park, and then explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago. Here are some ideas for day two: engage your brain at Museum of Science and Industry, enjoy breathtaking views from 360 Chicago Observation Deck, and then get outside with Outdoor Activities.

For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Chicago online day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Des Plaines to Chicago takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 83°F in July, and nighttime lows around 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can drive to Culver.
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Museums · Parks · Childrens Museums · Tours

Culver — 1 night

To see more things to do, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read Culver online vacation planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Chicago to Culver. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Chicago to Culver due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Chicago in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Culver, with highs around 89°F, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 48°F. On the 14th (Wed), you'll travel back home.
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Nature · Parks · Wineries