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A trip from July 06, 2008 to July 09, 2008, travelling to Chicago, Oak Park
Angela and I see the sights in Chicago
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Chicago, Oak Park...
Day:
07/06/2008 to 07/09/2008
Category:
Things to do, Entertainment...

Sun 07/06/08 (day 1) - Chicago

City
Chicago
Chicago, IL, United States
Sun Jul 6 6:00am - Wed Jul 9 3:30pm
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Although Union Station is not the travel hub it once was, it is a must-see for those interested in Chicago architect …
Thing to Do
225 S Canal St
Chicago, IL 60606-5700
United States
+1 312 655 2524
Sun Jul 6 7:00am
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Hampton Inn Majestic is a boutique-style property located atop the Bank of America Theatre in downtown Chicago …
Hotel
Hampton Inn Majestic-Chicago Theatre District
22 W Monroe St
Chicago, IL 60603
United States
312-332-5052
Sun Jul 6 8:00am - Wed Jul 9 12:00pm
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Less gaudy than the nearby Oriental and less spacious than the nearby Chicago, the old Shubert Theatre projects the …
Entertainment
18 W Monroe St
Chicago, IL 60603-2400
United States
+1 312 744 2400
Sun Jul 6 2:00pm - Sun Jul 6 5:00pm
Notes
Rush tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. the day of each performance. Ten (10) front row seats are available at the LaSalle Bank Theatre Box Office (18 W. Monroe) only. As many as forty (40) additional seats, subject to availability at select performances, are made available online at Ticketmaster.com and at the LaSalle Bank Theatre Box office. Limit two (2) tickets per patron; seats are limited view.
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Inspired by a style called "Opium Dream," this theater has a quasi-Arabian theme, from the statues that peer down on …
Entertainment
24 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601-3501
United States
+1 312 977 1700
Sun Jul 6 7:00pm - Sun Jul 6 11:00pm
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"Wicked" is playing an open run.

See WICKED from the front two rows for $25. The drawing will take place Tuesdays through Fridays at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts, Oriental Theatre box office and Saturdays. Entry forms will be available on the day of the performance at the specified drawing location during regular business hours. Two hours prior to each performance 10 names will be drawn, totaling 20 seats. The names drawn will have the opportunity to purchase one or two tickets at $25 each. You must be present and cash and photo-ID are required. See entry station for complete rules.
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Mon 07/07/08 (day 2) - Chicago

This museum makes science fun with interactive, educational exhibits that stretch the imagination. Spend time in a 1 …
Thing to Do
5700 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60637-2003
United States
+1 773 684 1414
Mon Jul 7 10:00am - Mon Jul 7 2:00pm
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Restaurant
1321 E 57th St
Chicago, IL 60637
United States
(773) 241-7960
Mon Jul 7 5:30pm - Mon Jul 7 7:30pm
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Tue 07/08/08 (day 3) - Oak Park, Chicago

Served as Wright's private residence and workplace from 1889 to 1909 - the first 20 years of his career. In 1898 …
Thing to Do
951 Chicago Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302-2007
United States
708-848-1976
Tue Jul 8 12:00pm - Tue Jul 8 5:30pm
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Papa Spiros Greek Taverna serves authentic Greek cuisine in a festive and friendly atmosphere. The decor of the …
Restaurant
733 Lake St
Oak Park, IL 60301
United States
(708) 358-1700
Tue Jul 8 3:00pm - Tue Jul 8 4:00pm
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Millennium Park is one of the newest additions to Chicago's many wide-open urban spaces, and is host to a range of i …
Thing to Do
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601-6530
United States
+1 312 742 1168
Tue Jul 8 5:30pm - Tue Jul 8 6:15pm
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Grant Park stretches from the Museum Campus at Lake Shore Drive and Roosevelt Road all the way north to the Prudenti …
Thing to Do
337 E Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601-7403
United States
+1 312 742 7649
Tue Jul 8 6:00pm - Tue Jul 8 6:15pm
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Not only a beloved Chicago showcase, Second City is now treasured by the world, as well. Many a legendary comedy car …
Entertainment
1616 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60614-6002
United States
+1 312 337 3992
Tue Jul 8 8:30pm - Tue Jul 8 10:30pm
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Wed 07/09/08 (day 4) - Chicago

While no longer the world's tallest building, the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower) still stands proud. High-speed …
Thing to Do
233 S Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60606-6311
United States
+1 312 875 9447
Wed Jul 9 10:00am - Wed Jul 9 11:00am
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I've been to Chicago many times and have been to alot of the places that you visited except the FLW home. I'll definitely check that out the next time. Sounds and looks like you had alot of fun.
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Great trip. I love Chicago and it looked like you had a lot of fun. I will have to find this discount ticket place you went to.
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