15 Historical Places in Chicago: Popular Sights + Hidden Gems

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Chicago Riverwalk , Chicago

4.7

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Holy Name Cathedral , Chicago

4.7

The seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago, Holy Name Cathedral is the center of Catholic faith in the city and a wonderful exampl

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Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House , Chicago

4.5

Architectural Building

The Frederick C. Robie House is a U.S. National Historic Landmark on the campus of the University of Chicago in the South Side neighborhood o

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Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio , Oak Park

4.7

Architectural Building

The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio is a historic house designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Located at 951 Chicago Avenue i

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Macy's on State Street , Chicago

3.9

Department Store

A flagship of one of the United States's most famous stores, Macy's on State Street draws a large number of visitors and sits on the National

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Basilica of the Sacred Heart , South Bend

4.9

Church

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Garfield Park Conservatory , Chicago

4.7

Garden

Several different climates are housed under one glass roof at Garfield Park Conservatory. Visit the six greenhouses to see plants from all ov

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Fourth Presbyterian Church , Chicago

4.6

Religious Site

A vibrant worshiping and serving community, the Fourth Presbyterian Church of Chicago is made up of more than 5,400 members from diverse back

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Basilica of St. Josaphat , Milwaukee

4.8

Religious Site

The Basilica of St. Josaphat is a ministry of the Conventual Franciscans on the South Side of Milwaukee in Historic Lincoln Village. The Basi

Pabst Mansion , Milwaukee

4.7

Historic Site

Tour opulent Pabst Mansion to discover what life looked like from the top during the Gilded Age. Capt. Frederick Pabst, the founder of Pabst

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Riverwalk , Milwaukee

4.2

Historic Walking Area

Riverwalk Lot , Naperville

4.8

Historic Walking Area

Riverwalk Lot stretches 2.8 km (1.75 mi) along DuPage, featuring viewpoints of local landmarks, plus numerous sculptures and outdoor artwork.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Unity Temple , Oak Park

4.5

Religious Site

More than 100 years after its dedication, Unity Temple is at a critical crossroads. Water infiltration has caused extensive damage to the con

Cantigny Park , Wheaton

4.8

Military Museum

Explore the grounds of Colonel Robert McCormick's 12 hectare (30 acre) estate at Cantigny Park. Upon his death in 1955, the World War I veter

South Haven Lighthouses , South Haven

4.7

Lighthouse

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