Chicago Local Attractions
- Millennium Park
- Known for Cloud Gate (“The Bean”), an iconic reflective sculpture, and its outdoor concerts at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, this park is a must-visit for art and nature lovers.
- Art Institute of Chicago
- One of the world’s leading art museums, showcasing masterpieces like Grant Wood’s American Gothic and Monet’s Water Lilies.
- Navy Pier
- Features an iconic Ferris wheel, boat tours, restaurants, and seasonal events with stunning views of Lake Michigan.
- Magnificent Mile
- Chicago’s premier shopping avenue, lined with luxury retailers, restaurants, and landmarks like the John Hancock Building.
- Willis Tower Skydeck
- Offers panoramic views from the 103rd floor and its famous glass ledge, where visitors can stand on clear flooring high above the city.
- Museum of Science and Industry
- One of the largest science museums in the world, with interactive exhibits such as a full-size replica of a coal mine and a captured WWII German submarine.
Chicago is also renowned for its deep-dish pizza, jazz and blues scene, and stunning lakefront. To note: downtown Chicago is 25 miles from Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, IL.