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Go. Get. Rewarded. in Chicago, Illinois

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  • Chicago river between tall buildings

Is the Windy City on your must-see list? This midwestern city is one of the largest in North America. Chicago boasts nearly 200 years of history and is home to icons like the Bears, Cubs and Willis Tower. Watch the river turn green when you Go. Get. Rewarded. in Chicago this spring.

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Go.

One of the best ways to see this great city is on your own two feet or by the famous Chicago “L” train. No matter how you travel through the Windy City, be sure to GO see these landmarks.

  • Head down the Chicago Riverwalk to get a great view of the city’s “second lakefront” and a glance at a variety of beautiful parks, river boats and restaurants. This walk will take you right to Navy Pier, a Chicago icon. Built in 1916, the 3,300-foot pier extends over Lake Michigan and offers a variety of attractions like funhouse mazes and even a Ferris wheel.
  • See Sue, the world’s largest Tyrannosaurus Rex and other prehistoric marvels at the Field Museum of Natural History, one of the largest natural history museums in the world. After your visit, be sure to check out the dozens of other museums in Chicago like the Adler Planetarium, Art Institute of Chicago and Museum of Contemporary Art.
  • Float 103 stories above ground at the Willis Tower Skydeck, a glass observation box that is just 4.5 inches thick! Formerly known as the Sears Tower, this 110-story skyscraper held the title of the tallest building in the world from 1974 to 1997.

 

Get.

Remember your visit to Chicago when you GET these amazing experiences.

  • Take a picture next to “The Bean.” This icon, created by artist Sir Anish Kapoor, is officially named “Cloud Gate.” The Bean is located in Millennium Park and is very popular during many events and festivals hosted near the park each year, including Lollapalooza.
  • Yell “Go, Cubs, Go!” when you get tickets to Wrigley Field and visit the 2016 World Series champs. If you’re not into baseball, not a problem. Chicago is home to a number of sports team including the NFL Bears, NBA Bulls and NHL Blackhawks.
  • Shop on Magnificent Mile. Also known as Michigan Avenue, Chicago’s luxury district offers posh restaurants and upscale boutiques. Even if you only plan on window shopping, this mile is full of sights you won’t want to miss like the Wrigley Building skyscraper and John Hancock Center.
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Rewarded.

Make your trip to Chicago one to remember with Best Western Rewards. It’s free to sign up and members begin earning points on their first stay. Are you already elite with another hotel loyalty program? We’ll instantly match your status for free! Go. Get. Rewarded. when you sign up for Best Western Rewards today.