Lonely Planet's Pocket Chicago is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighborhood by neighborhood. Admire the views from Willis Tower, explore the masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago and find the best deep-dish pizza; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Chicago and make the most of your trip!
Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Chicago:
Full-color maps and travel photography throughout
Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Convenient pull-out Chicagomap (included in print version), plus over 20 color neighborhood maps
User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organized by neighborhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time
Covers the Loop, Navy Pier, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Lake View, Wrigleyville, Wickerpark, Bucktown, Ukrainian Village, Pilsen and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Pocket Chicago, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighborhood by neighborhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Chicago with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.
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Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Chicago.
This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from joining a yoga class at North Avenue Beach; to rooting for a Cubs win during an afternoon in the bleachers at Wrigley Field; and digging into a deep-dish pizza, Chicago's famous culinary concoction, at Pizzeria Uno where it was supposedly invented.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's PocketChicago travel guide:
- Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 days
- All-new structure and designthat's easy to use so you can navigate Chicago effortlessly
- Exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
- Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
- Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Chicago
- Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and unique experiences
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Art Institute of Chicago, Willis Tower, and Navy Pier
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; navigating transport confidently; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
- Covers: The Loop; Near North & Navy Pier; Gold Coast; Lincoln Park & Old Town; Lake View & Wrigleyville; Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village; West Loop & Near West Side; Pilsen & Near South Side
Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Chicago.
Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Chicago.
This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from joining a yoga class at North Avenue Beach; to rooting for a Cubs win during an afternoon in the bleachers at Wrigley Field; and digging into a deep-dish pizza, Chicago's famous culinary concoction, at Pizzeria Uno where it was supposedly invented.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's PocketChicago travel guide:
- Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 days
- All-new structure and designthat's easy to use so you can navigate Chicago effortlessly
- Exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
- Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
- Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Chicago
- Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and unique experiences
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Art Institute of Chicago, Willis Tower, and Navy Pier
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; navigating transport confidently; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
- Covers: The Loop; Near North & Navy Pier; Gold Coast; Lincoln Park & Old Town; Lake View & Wrigleyville; Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village; West Loop & Near West Side; Pilsen & Near South Side
Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Chicago.