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Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

With trails, a beach and a bird sanctuary, this spacious city harbor is a good place to sail from and a great place to hang out.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

With trails, a beach and a bird sanctuary, this spacious city harbor is a good place to sail from and a great place to hang out.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.

A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

Bird life, paved paths and a built-in music venue give one of Chicago’s newest green spaces much to offer to nature lovers, exercisers and music fans.

A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

Most of this lavish mansion and its landscaped gardens are open for tours so you can appreciate its glorious Italianate design. 

Interact with animals and watch them feeding in this eclectic zoo with a rainforest section, a carousel and a Junior Zookeeper Program.

This was Frank Lloyd Wright’s first major public building and is still considered one of his greatest achievements. 

With trails, a beach and a bird sanctuary, this spacious city harbor is a good place to sail from and a great place to hang out.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

This small zoo in the center of Chicago is perfect for small children and parents looking for a quiet, leisurely stroll — and some impressive animals!