Chicago has several nicknames such as The Windy City and The City that Works. Over 2 million people reside in the city; they also have over 200 theatres and art galleries, over 7,300 restaurants, 15 miles of beachfront property, 36 annual parades, 552 parks and over a 100 neighborhoods. Hence, it is no wonder why people would enjoy themselves and be spoilt for choice for a holiday in the city.
Many of the most popular places to visit are the dining options in the city, mixed with some art galleries and a splash of parks for good measure. Among the top attractions in the region are; the Art Institute of Chicago, John Hancock Centre, Hot Dougs, Partheon, Jin Ju, Green Hill, Robie House, David & Alfred Smart Museum of Art, the Chicago Botanic Garden, Hot Chocolate, Field Museum of Natural History, University of Chicago, Empty Bottle, Alliance Bakery and Chicago Cubs.
Located on 1000, Lake Cook Road, the Chicago Botanic Garden comfortably finds its way on to the top attractions that the city has to offer. Open from 7 in the morning to 9 in the evening, the garden has something to for everyone. Bicycle and walking tracks are available right throughout the park for those who would like some exercise put in to their daily routine. Dining options are also available in this botanic garden which is also proving to be a popular location for weddings as well.
If you do not have much time to spend in this garden, book yourself on a tour which will take you through the garden on a 35 minute tram ride. For those who would like to enjoy the garden at leisure would find several walking routes available. During spring and summer, make sure to visit the McDonald Woods, May Crabapple Walk, Rose Garden, English Walled Garden, Bonsai Garden and Sculpture Garden. During autumn, a walk in the Dixon Prairie would be ideal.
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