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While this spot is named for George Washington, it is actually more famous as a historic site related to another great president, Abraham Lincoln.

Marvel at a bold, modernist bell tower that stands by the edge of the river in quiet Naperville before climbing to the top for views of distant Chicago. 

One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.

Dubbed the Windy City, this great American city is one of the world’s foremost centres for sport, music and modern art.

Dubbed the Windy City, this great American city is one of the world’s foremost centres for sport, music and modern art.

Dubbed the Windy City, this great American city is one of the world’s foremost centres for sport, music and modern art.

One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.

Crisscrossed by the Mississippi and Rock rivers, this nature-lover’s playground was also the boyhood home of three United States presidents.

From barhopping to visiting museums, this college town and Silicon Prairie hub offers plenty to see and do.

One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.

Visit charming downtowns, archaeological sites, historic locations and beautiful natural areas in one of the longest-inhabited regions of the Midwest.

From barhopping to visiting museums, this college town and Silicon Prairie hub offers plenty to see and do.

From barhopping to visiting museums, this college town and Silicon Prairie hub offers plenty to see and do.

You don’t have to be a student to appreciate the attractions and ambiance of this celebrated university on the banks of Lake Michigan.

This striking conservatory – home to rare tropical plants and decorated with art and water features – provides a beautiful hiatus from the hectic pace of Chicago.

Crisscrossed by the Mississippi and Rock rivers, this nature-lover’s playground was also the boyhood home of three United States presidents.

A dynamic village and suburb of Chicago with shopping centers, comedy clubs and a restaurant where you can watch medieval jousts. 

Dubbed the Windy City, this great American city is one of the world’s foremost centres for sport, music and modern art.

Dubbed the Windy City, this great American city is one of the world’s foremost centres for sport, music and modern art.

Crisscrossed by the Mississippi and Rock rivers, this nature-lover’s playground was also the boyhood home of three United States presidents.

From barhopping to visiting museums, this college town and Silicon Prairie hub offers plenty to see and do.

This small zoo right in the heart of Chicago, Lincoln Park is an ideal family destination, popular with small children eager to see the many different animals.

Dubbed the Windy City, this great American city is one of the world’s foremost centres for sport, music and modern art.

This small zoo right in the heart of Chicago, Lincoln Park is an ideal family destination, popular with small children eager to see the many different animals.