An insider's guide to CHICAGO

With its stunning skyline, sandy beaches and incredible food, the Windy City awaits

- ZOE WEST

Why go?

Set on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago is celebrated for its bold and beautiful buildings, world-class museums, buzzing food scene and 26 miles of sandy beaches and riverside walks, and it's also the star of many cult and classic films.

While many visitors head straight for the downtown area to explore high-end shops on the Magnificent Mile or walk along the tree-lined streets of the glamorous Gold Coast, there are 77 neighbourhoods to explore - each with its own character.

Incredible sightseeing

Experience all Chicago has to offer on a fun sightseeing tour with Bikes, Bites and Brews (bobbysbikehike.com). You'll work up an appetite riding through leafy suburbs, then stop for pizza, hot dogs and beers before taking a leisurely ride back along the shores of Lake Michigan.