About Magnificent Mile

The Magnificent Mile is a great avenue that consists of beautiful boulevards, museums, libraries, shopping arcades, Cathedrals, art galleries, Jazz and Blues Clubs, to name a few. Get walking along these pathways to get a feel of the real America. Look up and be amazed at all the tall skyscrapers present here, each with its own distinct style of architecture and dwarfing mere mortals on terra firma. Another must-see is the Michigan Avenue Bridge, a bascule bridge. Visit the Magnificent Miles for the essence of the Americas. 

Must See

  • One of the greatest avenues of the world, the mile has bars, boutiques, restaurants, hotels, shops, and museums. It is almost the Chicago version of the Champs-Elysees.
  • Explore the beautiful boulevard and the surroundings filled with magnificent pieces of architecture, restaurants, shopping places, museums, to name a few must-see hangouts.
  • Michigan Avenue Bridge, Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, Westfield North Bridge, Museum of Contemporary Art, John Hancock Centre, Saint James Cathedral, to name a few magnificent edifices.
  • Shop at world-class boutiques at Oak Street.
  •  Head to the beach at Oak Street Beach.

How to reach

First, take the bus from Michigan and Oak stop, and reach the city centre.

From the city centre, the fare cost is as follows:

By bus: 22 USD

Taxi:26 USD

Cab: 25 USD

Uber: 26.93 USD

Metro:24.52 USD

Tips

  • Save money by getting yourself the CityPASS, Go Chicago Card or Chicago Explorer Pass.
  • Stay close to the major attractions to explore on foot.
  • Explore the city at your own pace with the help of guided tours.
  • Board the hop-on-hop-off double-decker bus to enjoy sightseeing in comfort, listening on the headsets or to the recorded commentaries in a variety of foreign languages.
  • There are some historic sites that are spotted here.
  • These historic sites include Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, and John Hancock Center.
  • Take money with you so you can feast in restaurants like the Purple Pig.
  • Create your own walking tours.
  • Enjoy the best Jazz and Blues Clubs Tour.
  • Visit the Trump International Hotel and Tower.
  • Check out the souvenir shopping available here.
  • Discover Chinatown and get a glimpse and taste of China.
  • Go on one of the many walking tours to explore the vibe of the city.
  • Visit and blend into the legendary cocktail lounges along with the live Jazz and Blues. 

Visit Time

Sunday:              Open 24 hours

Monday:              Open 24 hours

Tuesday:             Open 24 hours

Wednesday:        Open 24 hours

Thursday:            Open 24 hours

Friday:                 Open 24 hours

Saturday:             Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

There is no wait time and one can enjoy the site

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

3 hours

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds -3.3°C

 

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