Help - Two 30 somethings off to Chicago

Can you help? We are two 30 something females (one the right side and one the wrong) going to Chicago from London in May. Neither of us are really drinkers or big into nice meals (well, when on hols) but love to shop! We also like to see some of the sights - what would you recommend we do and see?

Help - Two 30 somethings off to Chicago

Sorry - we are in Chicago for 5 nights.

Help - Two 30 somethings off to Chicago

I%26#39;m not a big shopper myself, but of course North Michigan Avenue and the streets just off of it up around Water Tower Place is must-do for shoppers. Other areas, like Bucktown (the Damen stop on the Blue Line) and Lincoln Park area (west of Lincoln Park on streets like Clark, Halsted, LIncoln) are always mentioned - some of that depends on how comfortable you are with public transportation, which is excellent in those areas. For sights, there are many, many posts here on what sights to see - big ones are Art Institute and Millenium Park, taking the architecture boat cruise - if you indicate what you are interested in seeing, i.e. museums, history, architecture, culture, people can give you more specific information. You will have a great time here!

www.explorechicago.org is a good site to do some research.

www.transitchicago.com for public transit information. A CTA visitor pass might come in handy for your visit.

www.themagnificentmile.com/shopping.cfm

www.chicagoreader.com for dining and entertainment listings.

Many thanks to you both for your advice. I%26#39;m not big on museums but may pay a trip - I like architecture and people. I love to people watch too from cafes etc.

I have no issue with travelling on public transport unless advised there are bits to avoid. We both like to walk too - comfy shoes are the first thing to be packed.

We are staying at the Affinia if that%26#39;s any help.