Perhaps also for its Michigan Avenue, its Lincoln Park, its Chicago Bulls basketball team, its State Street or even its Buckingham Fountain ...
About 12 hours by plane from Paris and you are in Chicago, the "Windy city" on the shores of Michigan. Come stroll the American “Champs-Élysées”, the legendary Michigan Avenue also known as the Magnificent Mile, or book your tickets to attend a show at the Chicago Theater, located on the city's main tourist street, State Street. You will never regret your trip to Chicago and if you book your hotel in advance, you can afford a stay at a very reasonable price.
Chicago Theater
Why go to Chicago? Here are the unmissable ones!
Under no circumstances can you get to Chicago without taking a tour of Lincoln Park.. On the shores of Lake Michigan, this 4,9 km2 park has many surprises in store for you. Indeed, Lincoln Park contains all at the same time a zoo, a botanical garden, museums, ports, beaches, recreation areas and sports grounds. And nearby, the Cloud Gate, a sort of mirror in the shape of a "giant bean", is also a must.
Le Lincoln Park
Finally, Chicago is the opportunity to glimpse the very imposing Willis Tower skyscraper with its 442 m height, looking up high, highest in the United States, in particular equipped with transparent glass balconies. Guaranteed sensations ...
Chicago buildings
Rather baseball, basketball or hockey?
Chicago is a city that shines for its sporting performances, it is undeniable. In France, the Bulls are probably the most famous. Formerly led by Michael Jordan, today it is Joakim Noah who plays for the basketball team. Want to see them? Meet at the United Center. You could also attend a game of the Bears ice hockey team or the Cubs baseball team during your stay. A choice.
A passion for basketball
Pratical information
- Saint-Martin Tourist Office : visit the official tourism website.
- Passport and visa : if your stay does not exceed three months, you will only need a passport. Also remember to fill out the ESTA form. If you have a question, visit the U.S. Embassy website.
- Silver : the currency is the US dollar (USD).
- When to go? The climate is continental. It is therefore very hot and humid in summer and very cold in winter. Thus, it is advisable to go during the shoulder seasons, namely in autumn or spring.
Transports
- How to get there ? The best way is by plane. There are two airports including the Chicago Midway International Airport.
- How to get around? The two main means of transport are the metro and the bus. The networks are very well organized and served.
