I had a weird amount of energy after checking into my hotel, and immediately hit the streets to explore. I headed toward the Navy Pier, as being one of those things one has to see when in Chicago. At least for a first-timer. My impression of the place was that it was a huge, very clean, beautifully presented, tourist trap.... More

Much to do for kids, couples, friends ... set sail, shop, take a bike ride or walk around the lake. There is plenty of shopping, restaurants (though mostly american cuisine & fast food), rides, shows. If it's a cold / windy day I'd recommend going to another location but on a nice chicago summer afternoon it's a great place to... More

If you are in need of a not-so-cheap souvenir, this is the place to go. But amid the tourist-trap shops and pricey rides -- like the Ferris Wheel (only a 7-minute ride), miniature golf (didn't appear to be much of anything) and other carousel rides -- are some nice things: Lots of food choices, from fast-food booths to mid-range sit-down... More

If you are in Chicago, must is an evening walk to this magnificent pier. A very happening place has everything for everyone. Whether you love architecture, history,water, eating,art or shopping, you will find all at one place. It has one of the largest collection of glass wall paintings displayed publicly. More

Riva restaurant is good, Shakespeare is great, but the rest is touristy and cheap. More

Always a fun time here from rides to a concert to the great food, drinks, shopping, etc. A must see when in Chicago. More

Great people watching! Plenty of food choices Nice shops. Great views of the lake More

Last month I was visiting Chicago, and one of the places you have to go is the Navy Pier. It's on the Chicago shoreline of Lake Michigan. Its a 3.300 foot (1,010 m) long pier, with restaurants, shops, an IMAX theater, the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze, the Chicago Children's Museum, the Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows,... More

Great Chicago attraction. Shopping, amusements, cruises and good restaurants. This is definitely a "go-to" place when visiting Chicago!! More