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Joe Seahawk · 11-24-2012, 10:50 PM

So, I am heading to Chicago on Friday and have all day Saturday to kill, staying at the Hard Rock hotel on Michigan Street. So far all we have planned is to check out the Sears Tower (or whatever it's called now) and a dinner at Ditkas and possibly the House of Blues after. Never been to Chicago, the weather looks decent for the weekend I'll be there.

Any Advice?

DanT · 11-25-2012, 12:09 AM

When I lived in Chicago, from 1984 to 2001, the Hancock's observation deck seemed to be a better overall experience than the one at the former Sears Tower. The Hancock is closer to the shoreline and it's situated in a much more touristy part of the city than the Sears Tower. I used to live not too far from the Sears Tower, and I like that part of the Loop just fine, but it wasn't really a tourist destination.

For a one-day trip, I'd recommend that you take a boat tour (if you have warm clothes with you). The ChicagoLine tour is highly recommended and is still offering tours (before Winter sets in). The Wendella tour is also a safe bet--they've been in business for a long time. You can see a lot of the city from the water and then be near the Magnificent Mile where you can walk to other prime spots in the Loop (i.e. the Art Institute) and/or the Near North Side.

Ebolapox · 11-25-2012, 12:11 AM

if you're there long enough, citypass is well worth it. boat tours rocked.

DanT · 11-25-2012, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe Seahawk

I was fortunate to be invited by a manufacturer of one of the products my company uses alot of to tour their facility and watch the Bears Seahawks in their luxury box. They gave me 8 spots airfare lodging and game included! Pretty frickin sweet. So I'm taking 2 others in my company and 5 of my best clients.

The facility is in Hoffman estates, somewhere near Chicago apparently.

Oh man, you'll have a great time!

DanT · 11-25-2012, 12:16 AM

Make sure you bring some nice warm gloves and a hat and maybe a scarf. They'll come in handy when you're out and about.

Demonpenz · 11-25-2012, 01:38 AM

Scottie Pippen

**mlyonsd** · 11-25-2012, 06:55 AM

If you're a WWII buff the Science Museum.

They have a captured U-Boat display that's awesome. It's suspended just above the floor and you can walk around, under it.

Plus you can take a tour and walk through it where they turn the lights off and broadcast orders and sounds through the speakers that tries to recreate the sounds you'd hear during battle.

One of the best displays of anything I've ever seen in any museum.

Jewish Rabbi · 11-25-2012, 06:55 AM

Make sure to eat at Abe Froman's place.

soonersfreak · 11-25-2012, 07:20 AM

I get there frequently to visit the Mother Ship (headquarters). You are certainly in the right part of town. Unfortunately it's not baseball season. Wrigley field is not to be missed.

If you want great Chicago style deep dish pizza hit Giordano's. As mentioned, all of the museums are amazing, walk Michigan Ave, go to the top of the John Hancock bldg, and take a boat tour or at least a boat taxi from Navy Pier to the Aquarium/Museum of Natural History. Personally I think the Navy Pier is a waste of time but to each their own.

**Dave Lane** · 11-25-2012, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

I hope the score end up being 25 or 6 to 4, because it would be cool to say that you went to Chicago and saw that game.

If you are there on Saturday you might try to spend sometime In the Park.

**Dave Lane** · 11-25-2012, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

Some of the many cool paintings in the Art Institute of Chicago.

This is a top-notch museum.

Wow strong Impressionist showing. Very cool.

**Dave Lane** · 11-25-2012, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Chiefshrink

Go to the top of the John Hancock building and have dinner/lunch. Helluva view and one helluva ride up in the elevator because you feel like you are on a rocket. 100 floors in a flash.

And not even a mention of community organizers or anything. I'm impressed. Good job

**Gonzo** · 11-25-2012, 11:58 AM

Maybe you'll get lucky like I did a few years ago...

Oh wait, he stroked out. Maybe not.
http://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showthread.php?t=221638

CoMoChief · 11-25-2012, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by mlyonsd

If you're a WWII buff the Science Museum.

They have a captured U-Boat display that's awesome. It's suspended just above the floor and you can walk around, under it.

Plus you can take a tour and walk through it where they turn the lights off and broadcast orders and sounds through the speakers that tries to recreate the sounds you'd hear during battle.

One of the best displays of anything I've ever seen in any museum.

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KCBOSS1 · 11-25-2012, 12:33 PM

Willis (Sears) Tower. Giordano's Pizza. They are very close to each other. Not sure which is better.

KChiefer · 11-25-2012, 12:35 PM

Portillo's Italian beef!!!

11-24-2012, 10:50 PM
Joe Seahawk This place entertains.. Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Seattle Casino cash: $5484435	Chicago advice and must see's So, I am heading to Chicago on Friday and have all day Saturday to kill, staying at the Hard Rock hotel on Michigan Street. So far all we have planned is to check out the Sears Tower (or whatever it's called now) and a dinner at Ditkas and possibly the House of Blues after. Never been to Chicago, the weather looks decent for the weekend I'll be there. Any Advice?
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11-25-2012, 12:09 AM	#16
DanT Veteran Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Davis, CA Casino cash: $1651711	When I lived in Chicago, from 1984 to 2001, the Hancock's observation deck seemed to be a better overall experience than the one at the former Sears Tower. The Hancock is closer to the shoreline and it's situated in a much more touristy part of the city than the Sears Tower. I used to live not too far from the Sears Tower, and I like that part of the Loop just fine, but it wasn't really a tourist destination. For a one-day trip, I'd recommend that you take a boat tour (if you have warm clothes with you). The ChicagoLine tour is highly recommended and is still offering tours (before Winter sets in). The Wendella tour is also a safe bet--they've been in business for a long time. You can see a lot of the city from the water and then be near the Magnificent Mile where you can walk to other prime spots in the Loop (i.e. the Art Institute) and/or the Near North Side.
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11-25-2012, 12:16 AM	#19
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11-25-2012, 06:55 AM	#21
mlyonsd Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Spink, SD Casino cash: $-2166238	If you're a WWII buff the Science Museum. They have a captured U-Boat display that's awesome. It's suspended just above the floor and you can walk around, under it. Plus you can take a tour and walk through it where they turn the lights off and broadcast orders and sounds through the speakers that tries to recreate the sounds you'd hear during battle. One of the best displays of anything I've ever seen in any museum.
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11-25-2012, 07:20 AM	#23
soonersfreak Just hanging around. Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: KC area Casino cash: $-1955970	I get there frequently to visit the Mother Ship (headquarters). You are certainly in the right part of town. Unfortunately it's not baseball season. Wrigley field is not to be missed. If you want great Chicago style deep dish pizza hit Giordano's. As mentioned, all of the museums are amazing, walk Michigan Ave, go to the top of the John Hancock bldg, and take a boat tour or at least a boat taxi from Navy Pier to the Aquarium/Museum of Natural History. Personally I think the Navy Pier is a waste of time but to each their own.
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11-25-2012, 12:33 PM	#29
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11-25-2012, 12:35 PM	#30
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