Chicago Family-Friendly 2-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: The Magnificent Mile
   10 minutes (3.1 miles) from downtown Chicago

   The Magnificent Mile is the perfect place to start your family-friendly Chicago adventure. This iconic mile-long stretch boasts some of the city's most popular attractions, including the John Hancock Center, the Wrigley Building, and the Tribune Tower. Take a walk along the riverwalk and enjoy the stunning view or book a boat tour. Break for lunch at the popular food hall Revival Food Hall on 125 S. Clark St serving street food from 15+ vendors. The kids will love the variety!

2. Day 2: Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium
   10 minutes (2.5 miles) from The Magnificent Mile

   Start your day 2 visit to the Windy City with a double dose of fun learning, fun and excitement at both the Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium. Meet penguins, sea otters, dolphins, and whales, then head to the Adler Planetarium for an unforgettable adventure into the galaxy. Enjoy lunch at the Galileo Cafe, and browse through the many gift shops before heading out.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Revival Food Hall (1-2hrs, $10-15/person)
• Shedd Aquarium (2-3hrs, $40/adult, $30/child)
• Adler Planetarium (2-3hrs, $35/adult, $25/child)

Total Estimated Costs: $120 per adult, $85 per child

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Navy Pier located adjacent to The Magnificent Mile. It features many attractions including:

• The Chicago Children's Museum open 10 am to 5 pm ($20/person)
• The Centennial Wheel open 10 am to 8 pm ($20/person)
• The IMAX theater presenting various movies throughout the day ($17.50/person)

If you have less time, you can skip the Adler Planetarium and choose to visit the Field Museum instead. The museum presents a vast collection offering an insight into science, world cultures, and the environment ($24-35/person).