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Chicago: 2 Day Shopping Trip

20130726_230758_Richtone(HDR)Since we didn’t finish using our CityPass last time, we decided to head back to Chicago for 2 days – mostly for shopping but we’ll also be squeezing in the Field Museum and John Hancock Observatory. I like mapping out my trips to make sure the day flows well & thought this map might help you plan your trip to Chicago too. Click here for the actual map.

 

Chicago map

Here’s the plan so far:

Day 1:

  • Arrive at the airport and check in at the Hilton
  • Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse by the airport
  • Fashion Outlets of Chicago

Driving into Chicago:

  • Field Museum-Natural History
  • The 900 Shops Mall
  • John Hancock Observatory
  • Mike Ditka’s Restaurant

Day 2:

  • Dedicated to Premium Outlets out in Aurora!
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The Roadtrip Girl was founded on the belief that adventure is all around you and you don’t necessarily have to leave your 9 to 5 just to live the travellers dream. My mission is to inspire you to travel while balancing your 9 to 5. Be it local adventures or international travel, it can all be done while keeping your full-time job, staying within a budget and maximizing your 3 weeks vacation. We always give excuses saying we’re too busy to travel and experience our surroundings. We complain about the area we live in and how “boring” it is. Well, I want to prove you wrong. I spend my weekends finding amazing hiking trails, great foods, and cute Bed & Breakfasts. It doesn’t always have to be expensive either! Here, you will find stories of my little travels and cool finds :)
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4 responses to “Chicago: 2 Day Shopping Trip”

  1. mags Avatar
    mags

    What did you think of Chicago? I’ve actually never been, but I’m planning yo go visit a friend that lives there soon. What’s your favorite thing to see with limited time?

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      theroadtripgirl

      Hey there! Chicago is a beautiful city, though not all attractions are in close proximity from one another. I usually don’t take public transit when I travel but it wasn’t too bad in Chicago.

      I’m from Toronto so I found that the museum campus as well as Navy Pier was very different than what we have so they’re my favourite attractions and where I’d visit if time is limited (not sure if I’d recommend Navy Pier in the winter – I can imagine it gets really cold).

      If you’d like to do some shopping, the Magnificent Mile has a lot of options too! You can also visit my favourite Chicago steakhouse, Ditka, when you’re there.

      Safe travels!

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    basketslife

    Oh it sounds like fun I have not been to Chicago since I was young with my parents! I alway think of New York and Miami for Shopping when I come home to the USA ~ Next time I might have to check out the windy city next time! Thanks for Posting I am enjoying your blog!

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    Ulch

    Wonderful article! Very informative about Chicago 🙂 Keep up the good writing.

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