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The windy city is a cornucopia of modern art, fine dining, cutting edge comedy, and die-hard sports fans. Snap a photo of your reflection in the silver Cloud Gate sculpture at Millennium Park before heading to Grant Park to get hit with the refreshing spray of Buckingham Fountain. There are dozens of museums and theater companies in Chicago, so a cultural experience is never hard to find. You’re sure to laugh your head off at the Second City Theater, the professional launch pad of many famous comedians.
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1. St. Hyacinth Basilica
2. St. Mary of the Angels
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
St. Mary of the Angels is an historic church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago. Located at 1850 North Hermitage Avenue in the city's Bucktown neighborhood, it is an example of the Polish Cathedral style of churches and is visible from the Kennedy Expressway. Completed in 1920, with a capacity of 2,000 and a dome that is 125 feet in height, it was modeled on St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and has been acclaimed as one of the finest specimens of Roman Renaissance architecture in the United States. The imposing brick and terra cotta edifice with its twin bell towers and magnificent dome was constructed at a cost of $400,000. The W.W. Kimball pipe organ was installed in 1923. In 1973, the extensive repairs were made on the exterior of the dome and the blue "Guiding Light" was added. It is visible in the cupola for a considerable distance. The church was closed and scheduled for demolition in 1988 due to unsafe conditions. But members of the parish, local citizens and historians rallied to save the historic structure. By 1999, the 100th anniversary of the parish, the church's interior decorations had been fully restored. Today, open from dawn to dusk, seven days a week, Sunday Masses are celebrated in English, Polish and Spanish. In recent years, the ethnic character of St. Mary of the Angels has undergone a gradual change from an exclusively Polish parish to one that is multicultural and multiracial.
3. Bridge Over South Pond
4. Wrigley Field
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,799 reviews
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
Reviewed By MarkT4358 - Houston, United States
This is an old stadium.But everything was clean.The restrooms and seats were new.The stadium was huge.When I was in Fenway, Boston, I thought Fenway was small.But Wrigley was big.It was a Tuesday night after Labor day.I could see a lot of people.Windy City really love Cubs.If you are a baseball fan, Wrigley is a must-visit.
5. Elks National Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
A monument in the truest sense, the Elks National Memorial was built in 1926 to honor Americans whose profound sacrifices for the nation can never be recognized by mere words. With its massive dome, heroic sculptures and intricately detailed friezes, the Memorial is a distinctively American interpretation of classical greatness.
6. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
7. Saint Clement Church
8. Wrigley View Rooftop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
CHOOSE WRIGLEYVIEW• Your Own First Class Section or roam around our spacious facilities, there are TV’s everywhere so you’ll never miss the action• Indoor Clubroom – beautifully appointed bar with hardwood floors and TVs all around. Socialize in a great atmosphere while still having a view of the park• All-Inclusive –food, drinks, tax, tip and the game—No cash needed• Clean attractive bathrooms on every level with no line
9. Center on Halsted
10. The Leigh Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
The Leigh Gallery offers a comfortable and inviting setting with Art for all tastes. From modern to old-school classic, this gallery has something for everyone. There are local artists from right around the corner to as far away as Los Angeles and Germany. Come in, browse, relax, and enjoy an eclectic mix of original art in a friendly atmosphere.
