8 days in Chicago Itinerary

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Museum of Science and Industry and Escapology Orland Park. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Chicago: Wheaton (First Division Museum at Cantigny & Illinois Prairie Path) and Naperville Bites and Sites Food Tours (in Naperville). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, walk around Millennium Park, take a stroll through The Magnificent Mile, and find something for the whole family at Navy Pier.

To find other places to visit, photos, maps, and tourist information, go to the Chicago online day trip planner.

In November, plan for daily highs up to 50°F, and evening lows to 35°F.