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Looking for things to do in Illinois? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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The Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago
4.7/5509 Review
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Themed exhibition halls
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360 CHICAGO
360 CHICAGO
4.7/567 Review
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875 North Michigan Avenue
875 North Michigan Avenue
4.5/5244 Review
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Grant Park
Grant Park
4.4/5118 Review
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Natural scenery
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Field Museum
Field Museum
4.7/5346 Review
U.S. Route 66
U.S. Route 66
4.8/590 Review
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Skydeck Chicago
Skydeck Chicago
4.8/576 Review
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Willis Tower
Willis Tower
4.4/5513 Review
Navy Pier
Navy Pier
4.3/5343 Review
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Boat tour
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Shoreline Sightseeing(Michigan Avenue)
Shoreline Sightseeing(Michigan Avenue)
4.4/518 Review
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Boat tour
Sightseeing bus
Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium
4.4/5245 Review
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Zoos & aquariums
Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile
4.6/5172 Review
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What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Illinois dishes and foodie spots.
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Au Cheval
Au Cheval
4.1/511 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. €37/person
Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago
Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago
5.0/511 Review
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Quick bites
Avg. €16/person
Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
4.8/512 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. €26/person
Giordano's
Giordano's
5.0/524 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. €25/person
RPM Steak
RPM Steak
4.8/517 Review
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Western cuisine
Photogenic
Avg. €116/person
The Gage
The Gage
4.4/516 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. €70/person
Michael Jordan's Steak House Chicago
Michael Jordan's Steak House Chicago
4.4/523 Review
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Western cuisine
Celebrity hotspot
Avg. €98/person
Girl & The Goat
Girl & The Goat
4.3/519 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. €49/person
Ciccio Mio
Ciccio Mio
4.6/58 Review
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Western cuisine
Photogenic
Avg. €60/person
Boka
Boka
4.1/523 Review
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Seafood
Photogenic
Avg. €107/person
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
5.0/513 Review
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Western cuisine
Avg. €26/person
Alinea
Alinea
4.2/522 Review
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Innovative cuisine
Sensory experience
Avg. €411/person

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🏛️ EP.7 | Petra: A Mysterious City Hidden in the Desert 🇯🇴

Could you believe that…in the middle of the arid desert, there’s an entire ancient city carved into pink sandstone cliffs! 😱

This is Petra, Jordan, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, with a history spanning over 2,000 years.

🏜️ What makes this city so amazing is that numerous buildings, tombs, and temples are carved directly into the sandstone cliffs, especially Al-Khazneh, also known as the “Temple of Treasures,” which stands almost 40 meters tall!

🔍 But even more astonishing is how the Nabataeans were able to build such a large city in the middle of such arid land, using advanced water management systems such as dams, tunnels, and aqueducts, allowing their people to thrive in this city.

⏳ As trade routes changed and natural disasters struck, Petra gradually declined in importance. Before its resurgence in popularity in the Western world in 1812, Petra had always been well-known to the locals.

✨ Today, Petra still holds many historical secrets, and archaeologists continue to discover new traces of this ancient civilization.

💬 If you had the chance to walk through a narrow gorge and be greeted by a massive city of pink stone, how would you feel?

#Petra #Jordan #MysteryPlaces
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🏛️ EP.7 | Petra: A Mysterious City Hidden in the Desert 🇯🇴 Could you believe that…in the middle of the arid desert, there’s an entire ancient city carved into pink sandstone cliffs! 😱 This is Petra, Jordan, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, with a history spanning over 2,000 years. 🏜️ What makes this city so amazing is that numerous buildings, tombs, and temples are carved directly into the sandstone cliffs, especially Al-Khazneh, also known as the “Temple of Treasures,” which stands almost 40 meters tall! 🔍 But even more astonishing is how the Nabataeans were able to build such a large city in the middle of such arid land, using advanced water management systems such as dams, tunnels, and aqueducts, allowing their people to thrive in this city. ⏳ As trade routes changed and natural disasters struck, Petra gradually declined in importance. Before its resurgence in popularity in the Western world in 1812, Petra had always been well-known to the locals. ✨ Today, Petra still holds many historical secrets, and archaeologists continue to discover new traces of this ancient civilization. 💬 If you had the chance to walk through a narrow gorge and be greeted by a massive city of pink stone, how would you feel? #Petra #Jordan #MysteryPlaces

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Chicago Rare Steak House in Doha: A Must-Visit for Steak Lovers 🥩✨
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🦖🍜 Chicago Day 2 Itinerary — Hidden Gems, Amazing Food & Weird Chicago
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