Extended StayAmerica Chicago - Lisle

Flughafen (ORD)

35,2

A major center for business and tourism, Chicago attracts over 30 million visitors annually.Known worldwide as the “Windy City,” Chicago sits proudly on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. Home of the first skyscraper, the citys skyline remains an impressive sight. Chicago is also a global financial center and home to the Chicago Stock Exchange and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, or CME.One fun place to begin your visit is at the Skydeck atop the Willis Tower. From here you are atop what was once the tallest building in the world and can see an amazing 50 miles. Just a mile from the Skydeck is Millennium Park, a 24-acre park complete with major performance venues offering wonderful public events and activities that change with Chicagos varied seasons.Chicago is a superb place for museum goers of all types. Art connoisseurs wont want to miss an opportunity to visit the Art Institute of Chicago. At about one million square feet, it is the second largest art museum in the nation, as well as a world-renowned venue. For those even mildly curious about how things work, theMuseum of Science and Industry is the place to visit. With 2,000 exhibits in 75 halls, visitors can see a working coal mine, a World War II German submarine and so much more.For anyone who enjoys live performance, Chicago offers many options. Some argue that one of the biggest influences on American comedy has been The Second City, an improvisational troupe performing in the Old Town District. For the more serious theater patron, Chicago offers th Steppenwolf Theater. Founded in 1974, this Tony Award-winning company delivers exceptional dramatic performances.While not known as a beach community, Chicago sits along the largest freshwater lake located entirely within the United States. For much of the year, all sorts of wonderful recreation can be found on or near Lake Michigan. Swimming is one of the most popular activities, but not the only one.FROM I-355 (NORTH-SOUTH TOLLWAY), TAKE THE OGDEN AVENUE EXIT EAST TRAVEL APPROXIMATELY 1/2 MILE TURN LEFT ONTO CROSS STREET TRAVEL APPROXIMATELY 1/4 MILE TURN LEFT ONTO WARRENVILLE ROADTRAVEL APPROXIMATELY 1/4 MILE HOTEL WILL BE ON THE LEFT