Lonely Planet Pocket Chicago (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781837588848)

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Chicago.

Imagine a place where architectural innovation meets old-world charm and legendary baseball games share the stage with soulful blues nights. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travelers and locals who have eaten a deep-dish pizza at Pizzeria Uno, rooted for a Cubs win at Wrigley Field, and explored water-hugging Lincoln Park. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Chicago travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

• Exciting 'Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Chicago
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and Willis Tower
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Updated as part of Lonely Planet's reimagined guidebook collections, built to help travelers plan smarter, travel easier and explore with confidence
• 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 city - neighborhood by neighborhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Chicago.