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A Verdict itinerary

Chicago in a weekend

A weekend cannot hold the whole city. These are the places we would protect when time is tight.

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6 places worth your time

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Day 1

  1. Alinea01Chicago · restaurantAlineaAlinea deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
  2. Chicago Architecture River Cruise02The Loop · experienceChicago Architecture River CruiseChicago Architecture River Cruise deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
  3. Pilsen Murals & 18th Street03Pilsen · neighborhoodPilsen Murals & 18th StreetPilsen Murals & 18th Street deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict

Day 2

  1. Girl & the Goat04Chicago · restaurantGirl & the GoatGirl & the Goat deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
  2. Art Institute of Chicago05The Loop · attractionArt Institute of ChicagoArt Institute of Chicago deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict
  3. Chicago Architecture Walking Tour06The Loop · experienceChicago Architecture Walking TourChicago Architecture Walking Tour deserves a place on most first itineraries.Read the verdict