Making the Best of Chicago Yours

Whether you're on a shopping foray, want to eat at the most creative restaurants, or just want to romp like a local, we've arranged the best way to see and sample this ingenious city.

In its restaurants, shopping, museums and sports teams, Chicago boasts the kinds of urban attractions that rival any city. What the new visitor may not realize is that the "Windy City" is also ideal for afternoon strolls: On its 29 miles of lakefront paths, through festive Millennium Park, and around the popular Navy Pier area. You'll likely want to walk the eight blocks of world-class shopping on the Magnificent Mile, and in the summer, eat a hot dog in the sun at Wrigley Field. Perhaps the best way to take it all in is with a bird's-eye view from the spectacular new Trump International Hotel & Tower™.

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The Magnificent Mile. This eight-block stretch of Michigan Avenue hosts a staggering 460 stores, from high-end boutiques to offbeat bargains and specialty shops.

The Loop. Known as the historical center of downtown Chicago, The Loop is chock-full of culture, art, attractions and notable landmarks. Surrounded by the Chicago River and historic avenues, you'll discover exactly why The Loop combines the city's community area and business district: Willis Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Chicago Cultural Center can be found here.

Dining. You'll want to plan ahead for the city's new hot spots, and figure out which of its 77 neighborhoods offer the cuisine you desire. Don't forget to sample some pizza and hot dogs; it's the only way to join the debate about which city has the best of each. Less…