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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.

Stroll along the picturesque Illinois River, through parkland and down tree-lined streets in the oldest European settlement in Illinois.

Stroll along the picturesque Illinois River, through parkland and down tree-lined streets in the oldest European settlement in Illinois.

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.

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a shopper, you can find something of interest in this charming suburb of Chicago in Lake County, Illinois.

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

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

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.