{"id":104644,"date":"2022-03-30T07:15:18","date_gmt":"2022-03-30T07:15:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/?p=104644"},"modified":"2022-03-30T07:15:20","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T07:15:20","slug":"five-things-to-do-on-a-weekend-getaway-to-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/five-things-to-do-on-a-weekend-getaway-to-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Things to Do on a Weekend Getaway to Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"38520354a5201685ddf480eec688e1a7\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>If you find yourself stuck in your mundane routine of going to the office each day, it might be time to take a trip this weekend. Studies show that taking short weekend getaways is effective in improving your mental and emotional health and preventing burnout in the workplace. Plus, weekend vacations are cheaper and easier to plan than longer trips that require more time off in addition to more pre-planning. Whether you are an office clerk or work for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.providerschoicess.com\/hire-a-scribe-agency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Provider\u2019s Choice Scribe Services<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/a>, taking a break from the stress of your work life is crucial in maintaining a proper work-life balance and avoiding burnout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>A popular destination for weekend getaways is Chicago, due to its central location in the United States and the fact that it is easy to drive or fly in from numerous other cities. Chicago is the 3rd biggest city in the US, meaning there are countless things to do. A short, weekend-long trip might not feel like enough time to explore everything the Windy City has to offer, but with a little planning, it is very easy to put together an itinerary for the weekend that will please any tourist on any budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some ideas for things to do on your weekend getaway to Chicago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Navy Pier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Navy-Pier.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-104658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Navy-Pier.jpg 800w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Navy-Pier-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Navy-Pier-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Navy Pier<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in 1916, Navy Pier is one of the city\u2019s oldest and most popular tourist destinations. You likely know it from the famous Ferris wheel that dominates Chicago\u2019s skyline, but Navy Pier is home to numerous activities including other rides, shopping, and dining.<br><\/p><div class=\"38520354a5201685ddf480eec688e1a7\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Millennium Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Famous for the \u201cBean,\u201d this park is packed with other attractions and sculptures from world-famous artists. The Lurie Garden has beautiful flower displays and offers a year-round garden walk, and the Crown Fountain attracts visitors from all over the city to admire its architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Shedd Aquarium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Shedd-Aquarium.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-104657\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Shedd-Aquarium.jpg 800w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Shedd-Aquarium-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Shedd-Aquarium-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Shedd Aquarium<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This attraction is over 75 years old and has consistently been one of the city&#8217;s most beloved attractions for the duration of its operation. Shedd Aquarium is the perfect place to spend an afternoon for visitors of all ages and gives tourists the unique opportunity to observe piranhas,&nbsp; snakes, eels, and sharks up close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Michigan Avenue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With over 12 blocks of shopping, dining, and historic architecture, Chicago\u2019s Michigan Avenue is nicknamed the \u201cmagnificent mile\u201d for a good reason. Visitors can spend an entire day admiring the atmosphere of the city while taking advantage of all that Michigan avenue has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Willis Tower Skydeck<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"536\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Willis-Tower-Skydeck.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-104656\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Willis-Tower-Skydeck.jpg 536w, https:\/\/drprem.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2022\/03\/Willis-Tower-Skydeck-201x300.jpg 201w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 536px) 100vw, 536px\" \/><figcaption>Willis Tower Skydeck<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t complete your trip to Chicago without admiring 360 views of the city on the Willis Tower\u2019s Skydeck. Visit around sunset for the most beautiful city and lake views. 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