First-time Visitor to Chicago — seeking suggestions

[jfre81]

I'd say the pass is a good value, assuming you're interested in all the attractions offered.

The Signature Room in the Hancock just had me buy one (overpriced, but still just one) drink and I could walk all around the floor with the camera. $10 or $11 or so. Sold. Strongly recommend.

[T. Damon]

Originally Posted by jfre81

I'd say the pass is a good value, assuming you're interested in all the attractions offered.

The Signature Room in the Hancock just had me buy one (overpriced, but still just one) drink and I could walk all around the floor with the camera. $10 or $11 or so. Sold. Strongly recommend.

Yeah I would probably pass on the Sears tower and just go up to the signature room for a cocktail and the view. The other venues - at least three - sound more than interesting enough.

[jfre81]

Originally Posted by T. Damon

Yeah I would probably pass on the Sears tower and just go up to the signature room for a cocktail and the view. The other venues - at least three - sound more than interesting enough.

Now, if I got Sears folded into a pass with all the other stuff, then okay.

It basically works out that you get two admissions for free, compared to buying everything face value a la carte. There's nothing wrong with Sears other than that it's overpriced.

[T. Damon]

Wow! What a freaking gorgeous city! Of course the buildings are amazing but the planters, the flowers, the hanging baskets, the trees and the parks all create such a complete and stunning environment. And is this place the Singapore of the states because at least The Loop is spit shined clean. I’ve never seen a city so devoid of trash and litter, it’s crazy! The Chicago city-data user who posted of his impressions of LA after his visit was being kind of his description of DTLA as a bit scruffy.

Just landed yesterday so still so much to see, Architecture Boat tour, Architecture Center and Oak Park tomorrow but just got back to the Hotel in the theater district after already walking eight miles today and hit up both The Art Institute and the Aquarium. The Pokémon freaks in Grant Park are more than a little distracting though lol!

We managed to slide into two of the secret four seats at the bar last night at Au Cheval bypassing the three hour wait by 100 minutes for an awesome burger and met some super fun locals at the Wolf Den (?) next door just diving into it to escape the showers with whom we drank with and became best buddies and they have already invited us to go to some local concerts with them, so, we approve of the Mid-Western friendliness!

On to more fun in your fantastic city!

[personone]

Originally Posted by T. Damon

Wow! What a freaking gorgeous city! Of course the buildings are amazing but the planters, the flowers, the hanging baskets, the trees and the parks all create such a complete and stunning environment. And is this place the Singapore of the states because at least The Loop is spit shined clean. I’ve never seen a city so devoid of trash and litter, it’s crazy! The Chicago city-data user who posted of his impressions of LA after his visit was being kind of his description of DTLA as a bit scruffy.

Just landed yesterday so still so much to see, Architecture Boat tour, Architecture Center and Oak Park tomorrow but just got back to the Hotel in the theater district after already walking eight miles today and hit up both The Art Institute and the Aquarium. The Pokémon freaks in Grant Park are more than a little distracting though lol!

We managed to slide into two of the secret four seats at the bar last night at Au Cheval bypassing the three hour wait by 100 minutes for an awesome burger and met some super fun locals at the Wolf Den (?) next door just diving into it to escape the showers with whom we drank with and became best buddies and they have already invited us to go to some local concerts with them, so, we approve of the Mid-Western friendliness!

On to more fun in your fantastic city!

Glad you are enjoying your trip! There are endless number of things to do in the summer. Lincoln park is really nice too with a great free zoo. Tons of cool neighborhoods and restaurants to try. Enjoy your trip.