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There is no shortage of fun things to do in downtown Chicago. And some of them are even free. Spend quality time perusing top quality artwork at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Commune with nature and visit with exotic animals at Chicago Lincoln Park Zoo. View Chicago from nearly 100 stories in the air at the Chicago John Hancock Observatory.Read about these and other popular tourist attractions in the following list.

Art Institute of Chicago.

A first-rate art museum, the Art Institute of Chicago is home to an incredible collection of everything from paintings and prints to sculptures, and photographs that cover 5,000 years. Enjoy one of the many daily educational programs that include lectures, workshops, and performances. For more information, visit http://www.artic.edu

Chicago Lincoln Park Zoo.

One of America's oldest zoological gardens, the Lincoln Park Zoo is just north of downtown Chicago. A leader in wildlife conservation, the zoo features such interesting animals as lowland gorillas and black rhinoceroses. For more information, visit www. www.lpzoo.com  [Top]

Chicago John Hancock Observatory.

Get a truly bird's-eye view of Chicago 94 stories up at the Chicago John Hancock Observatory. There's no glass separating you from the Magnificent Mile below but a high-strength stainless steel screen that allows you to feel the Windy City's mighty breeze in your hair. For more information, visit www.hancockobservatory.com

Chicago Millennium Park.

In 2001, Grant Park, Chicago's main downtown park, was expanded with the creation of Chicago Millennium Park. Highlights of Millennium Park are an outdoor music pavilion, an ice rink, and a below-the-ground theater. The two parks are joined by a 935 foot-long footbridge. For more information, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com  [Top]

Chicago Field Museum of Natural History.

It got its start as the Columbian Museum of Chicago in 1893. Today, the Field Museum of Natural History, which was named for its first big-time benefactor, Marshall Field, is well-respected for its artwork as well as its archaeology, science, and history exhibits. For more information, visit www.fieldmuseum.org

Chicago Historic Oak Street.

Historic Oak Street is a decidedly different destination. Discover many upscale shops, full spa facilities, world-class restaurants, and movie theatres. You can easily spend an entire day on Oak Street browsing, buying or both. For more information, visit www.oakstreetchicago.com  [Top]

Chicago American Girl Place.

Located at well-known Water Tower Place, America Girl Place is heaven for American Girl aficionados. Explore all that the first-class Chicago store has to offer, from the shops and café to the photo studio and doll hair salon. For more information, visit www.americangirl.com

Chicago Willis Tower.

Formerly known as the Sears Tower, Willis Tower stands tall. In fact, at 1,450 feet high, it's the western hemisphere's tallest building. Boasting over 3.8 million square feet of office and retail space, Willis Tower is the biggest draw for Chicago-based businesses. On a clear day, the Skydeck provides incredible views of Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, and Wisconsin. For more information, visit http://www.willistower.com/  [Top]

Chicago Concert Venues.

Whatever your musical tastes, there's a concert venue in Chicago to satisfy it. Check out everything from major arenas like the United Center and Soldier Field to such classic clubs as the House of Blues and Bourbon Street. For more information, visit www.centerstagechicago.com/music/clubs/directory/

Chicago The 900 Shops.

Located on the north end of the Magnificent Mile at 900 North Michigan Avenue, the 900 Shops is beautiful to look at and a joy to shop in. Anchored by Bloomingdale's, the upscale mall features 70 luxury retailers that run the gamut from Gucci to Montblanc to The Silk Trading Company. For more information, visit www.shop900.com  [Top]

Chicago Place.

Fans of shopping and dining will be fans of Chicago Place where eight floors of stores and restaurants will dazzle and delight. Take care of all your home furnishing, accessory, jewelry, and gift needs in one spectacular place (as in Chicago Place). For more information, visit www.chicago-place.com