Things to do in Chicago? - GoFuckYourself.com

Sarah_Jayne · 01-04-2006, 04:38 PM

I'm thinking of stopping over in Chicago for a couple days when I come of to Phoenix for the forum in March. My only experience of Chicago was in the airport during a layover on the way back from Mexico when I was 11. I also happened to be very ill and spent most of the ten hour lay over nearly dead (no joke) on the floor of the airport. So, I thought as I will have the option of a free stopover in Chicago I might take the option to change that memory a bit.

So, what is top on the lists of things that can't be missed in Chicago?

Sosa · 01-04-2006, 04:39 PM

I went to Chicago back in July and had a great time. Shopping downtown is a lot of fun. Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium, Art museums, Grant Part, there was another park right next to it also. Lots of things to do downtown. I enjoyed it alot and hope to go back soon.

SomeCreep · 01-04-2006, 04:40 PM

Authentic deep dish pizza

ace0r · 01-04-2006, 04:42 PM

check out www.metromix.com it has everything to do downtown!

Paul Waters · 01-04-2006, 04:49 PM

Blues Music.

A great start is Buddy Guy's club.

aeon · 01-04-2006, 05:22 PM

Go to the museum of science and history. It's one of the best museums in the world.

If you can schedule it - do a concert at the Aragon ballroom...it's impossible to describe...one of the best venues you can imagine to see a live show.

Don't ride the trains (use cabs) and avoid the Southside. Beverly Hills in Chicago is not like the place in LA - you're white...you'll at best be robbed and worst end up a statistic. If you're there on a Sunday, go to the Maxwell street market - it's on Canal & Roosevelt...a total bargain hunter's dream.

For food - check out Gibson's. It isn't cheap but the steaks are fucking fabulous. You gotta make reservations to get a seat - the number is (312) 266-8999. Another kick ass place is the Riva - it's not really so "uppity" and you get a great view of the city skyline.

As long as you stay downtown, you won't really have many problems and there's shitloads to do/see - just dont' venture outside of the loop. It's a fucking warzone in places.

Bluewire Ross · 01-04-2006, 05:24 PM

There is so much to experience in Chicago, it?s difficult to know where to begin. You may want to start with an overview of the city. First, see the expanse of the Chicagoland area from 1,000 feet above at the John Hancock Observatory or the Sears Tower Skydeck. Next you can head over to Navy Pier to experience the Amazing Chicago Funhouse Maze, which takes you through a journey of Chicago landmarks and history. Also at Navy Pier, Time Escape is a 3-D motion simulation experience allowing you to travel through Chicago?s history, present and future. There are a variety of boat tours departing from Navy Pier and other city locations, as well as city bus tours, which point out significant landmarks and provide interesting information about Chicago and its history. See our tours section for more tour information and see our Navy Pier section for more exciting things to do while you?re there.

Sosa · 01-04-2006, 05:28 PM

We took a boat tour through downtown and really enjoyed learning all about the buildings and everything like that. Damn just talking about Chicago makes me want to go back

Staying downtown is pricey but well worth it.

Sarah_Jayne · 01-04-2006, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by aeon

Go to the museum of science and history. It's one of the best museums in the world.

If you can schedule it - do a concert at the Aragon ballroom...it's impossible to describe...one of the best venues you can imagine to see a live show.

Don't ride the trains (use cabs) and avoid the Southside. Beverly Hills in Chicago is not like the place in LA - you're white...you'll at best be robbed and worst end up a statistic. If you're there on a Sunday, go to the Maxwell street market - it's on Canal & Roosevelt...a total bargain hunter's dream.

For food - check out Gibson's. It isn't cheap but the steaks are fucking fabulous. You gotta make reservations to get a seat - the number is (312) 266-8999. Another kick ass place is the Riva - it's not really so "uppity" and you get a great view of the city skyline.

As long as you stay downtown, you won't really have many problems and there's shitloads to do/see - just dont' venture outside of the loop. It's a fucking warzone in places.

most cities have their no-go areas...it is good to know where they are

Violetta · 01-04-2006, 05:40 PM

chicago bull is the only thing I know about chicago

... so can't help you there!

eroswebmaster · 01-04-2006, 05:42 PM

get blown.
haha get it...windy city..blown...oh yeah I still got it.

Violetta · 01-04-2006, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by eroswebmaster

get blown.
haha get it...windy city..blown...oh yeah I still got it.

yeah you do!

xNetworx · 01-04-2006, 05:49 PM

I lived in or around chicago for 22 years... definately buy the "city pass" at the Art Institute... that will give you things to do for 2 days. Check out Water Tower Place (shopping) and the shops along the Magnificent mile outside of Water Tower.

divinity · 01-04-2006, 09:33 PM

gotta hit the hancock building, the field museum, walk along the water (if it's not too cold), millenium park, buckingham fountain for that Married with Children photo op, and the Belmont and Clark area is fun too. Milwaukee st has some good bars/pubs. Rush St has the clubs if you're up for that. Grab a room at the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower for the night. I've heard that the river architecture tour is great but we haven't had a chance to do that yet. And by all means, make sure you get some good deep dish while you're here!

we've never had any problems with the trains and regularly ride them in as we live out by OHare. Grab a day pass for $5 and jump on the blue line at OHare and ride it into the city.

if you do decide to swing by and want some more info, drop me a line!

Babagirls · 01-04-2006, 09:40 PM

i live 2 hours north in milwaukee, so if ya feel like driving up here, hit me up LOL :P

Playa-Deak · 01-04-2006, 10:58 PM

Cum spend a couple days with me Sarah... Bet that'll be fun...

jscott · 01-04-2006, 11:21 PM

navy peir, sears tower

sports games: bulls, cubs, whitesox, blackhawks, bears (depending on the season

shopping in chicago is supposedly really good, i never tapped into that tho

TexasDreams · 01-04-2006, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by sarah_webinc

I'm thinking of stopping over in Chicago for a couple days when I come of to Phoenix for the forum in March. My only experience of Chicago was in the airport during a layover on the way back from Mexico when I was 11. I also happened to be very ill and spent most of the ten hour lay over nearly dead (no joke) on the floor of the airport. So, I thought as I will have the option of a free stopover in Chicago I might take the option to change that memory a bit.

So, what is top on the lists of things that can't be missed in Chicago?

The main offices of Playboy just happen to be in Chicago, I could make a few calls for a nickle tour.

WME · 01-04-2006, 11:45 PM

You should go and see the chicago bulls and their stuff during the time of michael jordan.

reed_4 · 01-05-2006, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by WME

You should go and see the chicago bulls and their stuff during the time of michael jordan.

nice suggestion.

Sarah_Jayne · 01-05-2006, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by eroswebmaster

get blown.
haha get it...windy city..blown...oh yeah I still got it.

Sarah_Jayne · 01-05-2006, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by TexasDreams

The main offices of Playboy just happen to be in Chicago, I could make a few calls for a nickle tour.

I took a pic of their offices in New York ...perhaps I should add to my collection. That and I would popular with my travel companion.

01-04-2006, 04:38 PM	#1
Sarah_Jayne Now with more Jayne Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 40,077	Things to do in Chicago? I'm thinking of stopping over in Chicago for a couple days when I come of to Phoenix for the forum in March. My only experience of Chicago was in the airport during a layover on the way back from Mexico when I was 11. I also happened to be very ill and spent most of the ten hour lay over nearly dead (no joke) on the floor of the airport. So, I thought as I will have the option of a free stopover in Chicago I might take the option to change that memory a bit. So, what is top on the lists of things that can't be missed in Chicago?

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aeon Confirmed User Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 470	Go to the museum of science and history. It's one of the best museums in the world. If you can schedule it - do a concert at the Aragon ballroom...it's impossible to describe...one of the best venues you can imagine to see a live show. Don't ride the trains (use cabs) and avoid the Southside. Beverly Hills in Chicago is not like the place in LA - you're white...you'll at best be robbed and worst end up a statistic. If you're there on a Sunday, go to the Maxwell street market - it's on Canal & Roosevelt...a total bargain hunter's dream. For food - check out Gibson's. It isn't cheap but the steaks are fucking fabulous. You gotta make reservations to get a seat - the number is (312) 266-8999. Another kick ass place is the Riva - it's not really so "uppity" and you get a great view of the city skyline. As long as you stay downtown, you won't really have many problems and there's shitloads to do/see - just dont' venture outside of the loop. It's a fucking warzone in places. __________________ QuickRichClick Backed by the founders of CyberAge.com & UGAS.com.

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Bluewire Ross Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 2,169	There is so much to experience in Chicago, it?s difficult to know where to begin. You may want to start with an overview of the city. First, see the expanse of the Chicagoland area from 1,000 feet above at the John Hancock Observatory or the Sears Tower Skydeck. Next you can head over to Navy Pier to experience the Amazing Chicago Funhouse Maze, which takes you through a journey of Chicago landmarks and history. Also at Navy Pier, Time Escape is a 3-D motion simulation experience allowing you to travel through Chicago?s history, present and future. There are a variety of boat tours departing from Navy Pier and other city locations, as well as city bus tours, which point out significant landmarks and provide interesting information about Chicago and its history. See our tours section for more tour information and see our Navy Pier section for more exciting things to do while you?re there. __________________ Cam2CamLive! Feature Rich Flash-Based Cam Site Script MAINSTREAM WEB DESIGN CUSTOM ILLUSTRATIONS [email protected] ICQ:259-582-973YahooIM: ross_collado1975

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Sosa In Tushy Land Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Nebraska Posts: 40,149	I went to Chicago back in July and had a great time. Shopping downtown is a lot of fun. Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium, Art museums, Grant Part, there was another park right next to it also. Lots of things to do downtown. I enjoyed it alot and hope to go back soon.

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ace0r Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Calabasa, CA & Chicago, IL Posts: 1,410	check out www.metromix.com it has everything to do downtown!

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Sosa In Tushy Land Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Nebraska Posts: 40,149	We took a boat tour through downtown and really enjoyed learning all about the buildings and everything like that. Damn just talking about Chicago makes me want to go back Staying downtown is pricey but well worth it.

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xNetworx So Fucking What Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Whore Island Posts: 14,445	I lived in or around chicago for 22 years... definately buy the "city pass" at the Art Institute... that will give you things to do for 2 days. Check out Water Tower Place (shopping) and the shops along the Magnificent mile outside of Water Tower.

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divinity Confirmed User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: SF, CA Posts: 1,041	gotta hit the hancock building, the field museum, walk along the water (if it's not too cold), millenium park, buckingham fountain for that Married with Children photo op, and the Belmont and Clark area is fun too. Milwaukee st has some good bars/pubs. Rush St has the clubs if you're up for that. Grab a room at the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower for the night. I've heard that the river architecture tour is great but we haven't had a chance to do that yet. And by all means, make sure you get some good deep dish while you're here! we've never had any problems with the trains and regularly ride them in as we live out by OHare. Grab a day pass for $5 and jump on the blue line at OHare and ride it into the city. if you do decide to swing by and want some more info, drop me a line! __________________ ICQ: 308-491-180

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