Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Chicago.
Discover Chicago's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from sinking your teeth into a spicy, drippy Italian beef sandwich; to spending an afternoon in the bleachers at Wrigley Field rooting for a Cubs win; and watching sailboats glide by from dune-backed Montrose Beach.
Build a trip to rememberwithLonely Planet'sChicagotravel guide:
Our classic guidebook formatcontains the most comprehensive level of information for planningmulti-week trips
All-new structure and design that's easy to useso you can navigate Chicago effortlessly
ExcitingPerfect Dayitineraries help you create your ideal adventurewith suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities
Expert local recommendationson eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Vibrant photography and mapsincluding apull-out map of Chicago
Get fresh takes on must-visit sightsfrom Millennium Park to the Art Institute of Chicago
Essential information toolkit containing tipson arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
Connect with Chicago culture through storiesthat delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: The Loop; Near North & Navy Pier; Gold Coast; Lincoln Park & Old Town; Lake View & Wrigleyville; Andersonville, Uptown & Edgewater; Lincoln Square & Ravenswood; Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village; Logan Square & Humboldt Park; West Loop & Near West Side; Pilsen & Near South Side; Hyde Park & South Sideplus day tripsto Oak Park; Wilmette; Evanston; Skokie; Glencoe; Milwaukee; Galena; Springfield; Route 66; Saugatuck; Indiana Dunes National Park
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to theheartof this extraordinary city withLonely Planet'sChicago.
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Sri Lanka
Ofer Yitzhak
Traveling to Spain
The guidebook “spain” was excellent. I used it for planning the trip to Madrid, Barcelona and Toledo.
Spain
DAVID ESPINOSA
Great tool for travel planning a quick trip to this region of England
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Pocket Oxford & the Cotswolds
Magnus Potter
really helpful
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