Here are some top attractions and sightseeing options in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Please note that the convention venue in Oak Brook is within 20-30 miles of most of these locations.

• Head to Millennium Park to take a selfie with the city’s most iconic piece of public art Cloud Gate, aka “The Bean”.
• Stand outside one of the world’s tallest buildings at The Ledge, an all-glass balcony at Willis Tower’s Skydeck Chicago.
• Tilt over the city and enjoy panoramic views at 360 CHICAGO observation deck at the former John Hancock Center.
• Catch summer fireworks, take a Ferris wheel ride, and so much more at lakefront Navy Pier.
• Watch rare and local aquatic creatures in stunning habitats at the Shedd Aquarium.
• See remnants of the Great Chicago Fire and hop on the first ‘L’ car at the Chicago History Museum.
• Gaze up at Chicago’s most iconic architecture on an architecture boat cruise, like the Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise.
• Grab a drink on the award-winning Chicago Riverwalk, home to bustling alfresco restaurants and bars.
• Brookfield Zoo, houses around 450 species of animals in an area of 216 acres, is a great place for families.