Question 1

How much does a trip to Chicago cost?

Accepted Answer

The minimum budget is from 100 USD per person per day, a comfortable one is 250 USD, as everything in Chicago is expensive. A hotel for two costs from 200 USD per night (Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile) up to 400 USD (W Chicago — Lakeshore) with a view of Lake Michigan; on Booking you can catch discounts of up to 50% and rooms from 120 USD.

Question 2

What to see in Chicago in 2 days?

Accepted Answer

The main sights: Millennium Park (Crown Fountain and Cloud Gate), the Art Institute (paid entry), Willis Tower with its glass ledges, Michigan Avenue, blues bars, and in summer the lake beach. Avoid going far south (South Chicago); stay downtown near Michigan Avenue.

Question 3

Where is Lincoln Park Zoo located in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Lincoln Park Zoo is located off the Fullerton Parkway exit of Lake Shore Drive, just north of downtown Chicago; from I-94 exit at Fullerton Parkway or North Avenue and head east. CTA bus routes 151 and 156 serve the zoo (information: 312-836-7000).

Question 4

How to spend an evening in Chicago: which bars and blues clubs to visit?

Accepted Answer

There is nightlife, but clubs and bars mostly operate on weekends. Among blues bars, visit the oldest ones — Kingston Mines and B.L.U.E.S., plus a walk around downtown.

Question 5

How much does a taxi cost in Chicago, and is it worth using?

Accepted Answer

Taxis in the USA are very expensive; it is better to use Uber — locals actively use it as well. Uber Pool matches up to three passengers along the route, lowering the price for everyone.

Question 6

What to eat in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Try the famous Chicago deep-dish pizza, which resembles a pie with a lot of filling. Many restaurants in the city serve it, costing about 25–30 USD.