![]() ![]() One of the first buildings you’ll spot when entering The Magnificent Mile on the south end is Tribune Tower. Northern Lights Lighthouse, Lighthouses On The Mag Mile 8) Tribune Tower However, they’re selling the lighthouses and, if it’s anything like the mermaids in Norfolk VA, they’ll be bought by local businesses and displayed outside them in the future. ![]() It looks like the display ended on August 11, 2018. There were 51 of these six feet tall lighthouses that had been decorated uniquely by different artists. When visiting in August 2018, we arrived just in time to see Lighthouses On The Mag Mile. The Magnificent Mile 7) Lighthouses On The Mag Mileĭepending on when you visit Chicago, you might get to see public art displays on The Magnificent Mile. This stretch of North Michigan Avenue is home to the John Hancock Center, the Chicago Water Tower (pictured earlier) and more, as well as all kinds of upscale stores. If you’re interested in some light exercise, take a walk along The Magnificent Mile. Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park 6) The Magnificent Mile If you visit Grant Park in the evening, you’ll see water and light displays from 21:00-22:00. One of the other free attractions there is Buckingham Fountain, a three tier fountain that offers water displays every 20 minutes. Millennium Park is part of the larger Grant Park which is spread across more than 300 acres of downtown Chicago. Crown Fountain in Millennium Parkĭuring the summer you can also take advantage of free concerts, movies and more that are held in the park in the evenings. From May to October, the fountains also spout water from ‘mouths’. The park is also home to other attractions including Crown Fountain – a couple of video sculpture fountains. Don’t expect to get a photo with no one in it though! Cloud Gate aka the Bean 4) Millennium ParkĬloud Gate isn’t the only thing worth checking out in Millennium Park. ![]() Reflecting both the Chicago skyline and visitors walking around and beneath it, this sculpture by Sir Anish Kapoor is well worth checking out. Chicago River 3) Cloud GateĬloud Gate is the iconic sculpture in Millennium Park that’s often referred to as the Bean due to its shape. There are multiple bridges crossing the river where you can admire the view, while you can also take a stroll along the Riverwalk. Whether it’s an ocean, river or lake, there’s something about a body of water that enhances a town or city’s appearance and vibe.Ĭhicago is no exception and it’s helped by having both the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. The longer we’ve been on our 5 year, 50 state road trip, the more I’ve realized I enjoy being near water. Carbon & Carbide buildingĮven the city’s old water tower was beautifully designed. I’m no architecture buff, but there’s something striking about all the buildings you’ll see when wandering around. 1) ArchitectureĬhicago is one of my favorite cities when it comes to walking around and admiring the architecture. To help you save money, here are 20 free things to do in Chicago the next time you visit. ![]()
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