A Romantic 3-day Honeymoon Getaway in Chicago

  • Day 1: Strolling Through Grant Park and the Art Institute of Chicago
    15 minutes (3 miles) from Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    Start your romantic stroll at Grant Park, known as Chicago’s “front yard”. Enjoy the beautiful views of Lake Michigan and visit the world-famous Buckingham Fountain. Next, head to the Art Institute of Chicago to appreciate their wide range of art collections including Picasso and Van Gogh's works. End the day with a romantic dinner and drinks at The Signature Room At The 95th.

  • Day 2: Exploring Chicago's Shopping and Navy Pier
    15 minutes (4.4 miles) from The Signature Room At The 95th

    Start your day off with some retail therapy at The Magnificent Mile. This shopping district features high-end stores such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton. Afterwards, head to the famous Navy Pier which has over 50 acres of gardens, attractions, restaurants, and shops to explore. End your unforgettable day with dinner at The Capital Grille.

  • Day 3: Diversey Harbor and Lincoln Park Zoo
    20 minutes (5.5 miles) from The Capital Grille

    Begin your final day with the scenic views of Diversey Harbor. This serene spot is good for a walk, a picnic, or simply watching boats sail by. Then, visit Lincoln Park Zoo to see a huge variety of animals and enjoy the picturesque environment. End your honeymoon with a memorable meal at Avec.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Grant Park and the Art Institute of Chicago (2-3 hours, free admission)
  • The Signature Room At The 95th (2 hours, $100 per person)
  • The Magnificent Mile (2-3 hours, free)
  • Navy Pier (2-3 hours, free admission)
  • The Capital Grille (2 hours, $150 per person)
  • Diversey Harbor (1-2 hours, free)
  • Lincoln Park Zoo (2-3 hours, free admission)
  • Avec (2 hours, $60 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $770 per person

Transportation

Chicago has plenty of options for transportation such as taxis, the “L” train, Uber/Lyft, and Divvy bike rentals. The average taxi ride is $2.50 for the base fare plus $1.96 per mile. On the other hand, a one-way CTA train fare is $2.50. If you need to save time and avoid traffic, Uber/Lyft is easy to use and averagely costs $25-40. If the weather is good, consider renting a bike to get around and enjoy the city at your own pace.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the iconic Willis Tower Skydeck which offers a magnificent view of the city (approximately 2-3 hours depending on the crowds). Alternatively, if you have less time, visit the Millennium Park which is located across the street from the Art Institute of Chicago and free to the public.

Airports

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest airport in Chicago which is located in the nearest city of Rosemont, approximately 17 miles northwest of Chicago’s downtown. The fastest way from Chicago O’Hare International Airport to downtown is by taxi or Uber/Lyft which approximately costs $40-50 and takes around 30 minutes.

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