A Verdict itinerary
Chicago in 3 days
Three days is enough for the essentials and a little curiosity. Start here, then leave space for the city to interrupt the plan.
The plan
9 places worth your time
Open any place for the full call, the tradeoffs and the practical details.
Day 1
- 01Chicago · restaurantAlineaAlinea deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
- 02The Loop · experienceChicago Architecture River CruiseChicago Architecture River Cruise deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
- 03Pilsen · neighborhoodPilsen Murals & 18th StreetPilsen Murals & 18th Street deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
Day 2
- 04Chicago · restaurantGirl & the GoatGirl & the Goat deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
- 05The Loop · attractionArt Institute of ChicagoArt Institute of Chicago deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
- 06The Loop · experienceChicago Architecture Walking TourChicago Architecture Walking Tour deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
Day 3
- 07Starved Rock State Park (day-trip) · destinationStarved Rock State Park (day-trip)Starved Rock State Park (day-trip) deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
- 08Chicago · restaurantMonteverdeMonteverde deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
- 09Lincoln Park · experienceLakefront TrailLakefront Trail deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict