Family Travel: Top Tips for Chicago
Chicago: A Great Destination for Families It took 108 years for the Cubs to win the World Series again, but Chicago instantly captures hearts and minds with “so much great shopping, dining, intriguing architecture, and history,” says Abby Lagman, a Virtuoso travel advisor from Las Vegas. “The city is amazing, and the buzz is always fun.” It’s easy to get around, and there are plenty of kid-focused museums and attractions – as well as a pizza place around every corner, she adds. Here, Lagman shares her Chi-Town choices. Highs and Lows Sky-high at The Tilt. Topping Lagman’s list of must-dos is the Tilt, a popular attraction at the John Hancock Center ( 875 N. Michigan Avenue ) that leans forward 30 degrees from 1,030 feet above the city: “Definitely not for those afraid of heights, but such a fun way to see the gorgeous Chicago skyline!” Another favorite is the coal mine exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry ( 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive ), where visitors descend a mine shaft...