Chicago Official Visitors Guide 2008-2009 - (Page 52) see & do Amazing Chicago’s Funhouse Maze Go Chicago Card One low price includes the Adler Planetarium, John Hancock Observatory, Shedd Aquarium, The Art Institute of Chicago, Hop-On Hop-off Trolley, Shoreline Architectural Cruise, Navy Pier Attractions and more. 111 W. Washington St., Suite 1770, 800-887-9103, www.gochicagocard.com The Hancock Observatory The 94th-floor observatory, more than 1,000 feet above Chicago at the John Hancock Center, features an open-air Skywalk, the Midwest’s highest open-air experience; Sky Tours, which takes you on a personal audio tour of Chicago’s incredible sights and remarkable history; Soundscope 3-D “talking” telescopes that speak in four languages and create startlingly real sound effects; a Chicago history wall; and a theme park-style ticketing area that re-creates the construction of the John Hancock Center. Open daily 9am–11pm. Admission: adult 13–61 $12; seniors 62+ $10; children 5–12 $8; children 4 and under free; audio tour $4 with admission; $5 shared audio tour (two head sets). Memorial Day– Labor Day: fireworks Wed. 9:15pm, Sat. 10:15pm. 875 N. Michigan Ave., 94th Fl., 888-875-VIEW,www.hancockobservatory.com (Events) • 11/22: Magnificent Mile Lights Festival • 11/13–12/30: Hancock Holiday Mountain Railroad opening • 12/6–12/21: A Great View and Santa, Too • 12/31: New Year’s Eve Fireworks Magnificent Chocolate Works Machine to become a factory worker with a photo ID and your own assortment of chocolates. Sing along with our baker, the Hersheyizer, who performs daily. Daily 10am–10pm (Memorial Day–Dec. 31); Sun.–Thurs. 10am–8pm; Fri. & Sat. 10am–10pm (Jan. 1–Memorial Day). 822 N. Michigan Ave., 312-337-7711, www.hersheys.com/discover Surprises await you at every twist and turn. Experience the mirror maze, spinning tunnel and much more. Come find us today at Navy Pier between Shakespeare Theater and Riva’s Restaurant. Open daily at 10am. Child Pass $7.95; Adult Pass $9.95; Family Pass $29.95 (plus tax). Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., 888-893-7300, www.amazingchicago.com Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament American Girl Place The ultimate in experiential shopping features a Doll Hair Salon for doll hairstyling and ear-piercing services; Avenue AG shops filled with inspirational posters, customized doll tees and more; and a Photo Studio enhancement-the Celebration Screen™, where girls share the spotlight with their favorite American Girl characters. 835 N. Michigan Ave., 877-AG-PLACE, www.americangirlplace.com Re-enactment of an 11th-century medieval banquet with colorfully attired knights on horses competing in medieval games, sword fights and jousting. Call for show times. Open Wed.–Sun. Res. Req. 2001 N. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg, 888-WE JOUST, www.medievaltimes.com (Events) • 10/18: Celebrate Sweetest Day at the Castle • 11/26–11/28: Thanksgiving Special Rates Offered • 12/31: Ring in the New Year at Medieval Times • 2/14/09: Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Castle • Ongoing: Celebration Sundays! Celebrate your birthday at Medieval Times. Merchandise Mart (MMPI) Tour Build-A-Bear Workshop Located at Navy Pier, Build-A-Bear workshop is a beary special interactive experience where you make your own stuffed animal friend. Located on level one near the food court. Hours vary by season. Call for store hours. 700 E. Grand Ave., Suite GF12, 312-8320114, www.buildabear.com exciting indoor kart racing and meeting facility. Our 85,000-square-foot facility features two indoor kart racing tracks, an award-winning restaurant and bar and state-of-the-art meeting space. Five miles off of 294/Rte. 53. Mon.–Wed. 4pm–10pm; Thurs. 4pm–11pm; Fri. noon–midnight; Sat. 9am–midnight; Sun. 10am–9pm. Drivers must be age 18 or older with a valid driver’s license to race. Drivers 16 and 17 with a valid driver’s license may race upon completion of a Parental Release and Waiver form (parents must accompany any minor while in our building). 301 Hastings Dr., Buffalo Grove, 847-941-9400, www.chicagoindoorracing.com 600 world-famous furniture showrooms, host a party in the Art Deco lobby or a showroom, take a cooking class at Luxe Home, shop antiques show in May, the design show in Oct., craft show in Dec. Suite 470, Merchandise Mart, 312-527-4141, www.merchandisemart.com institution. Perfect for dinners, receptions, meetings and much more. A great location for your next special event. 201 E. Randolph St., 312-744-6050, www.millenniumpark.org Millennium Park Chicago’s newest cultural Chicago Indoor Racing Chicago’s most Navy Pier A Chicago landmark and the Hershey’s Chicago Operate Hershey’s city’s most-visited destination, featuring more than 50 acres of parks, shops, restaurants and attractions. Ride the Ferris wheel, enjoy the Crystal Gardens, visit the Chicago Children’s Museum or IMAX Theatre and take a tour boat ride. Special events include Navy Fear and Winter WonderFest. Fireworks on Wed. at 9:30pm and Sat. at 10:15pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day. 600 E. Grand Ave., 312-595-PIER, www.navypier.com IMAX films in 3D and PSE digital sound, located in the family pavilion at Navy Pier. Advance tickets available by phone, call 312-444-FILM. Group rates for 20 or more, call 312-595-0090. Mon.–Sat. 9:30am–10pm; Sun. 10:30am–9:30pm. 700 E. Grand Ave., 312-595-5MAX, www.imax.com/chicago Dave and Buster’s Chicago Two great Chicagoland locations featuring 60,000 square feet of great food and fun. Enjoy mouth-watering delights, world-class billiards, shuffleboard and our famous million-dollar midway. Sun.–Wed. 11:30am– midnight; Fri. & Sat. 11:30am–1am. Valet, X, $. 1030 N. Clark St., 312-821-8606, www.daveandbusters.com Horseshoe Casino Hammond Only 20 minutes from downtown, seconds off the Chicago Skyway. Home of the best odds, highest limits and biggest jackpots. Exclusive high-limit areas. Free admission and parking. Open daily, 24 hours. 777 Casino Center Dr., Hammond, IN, 866-711-SHOE, www.horseshoe.com Navy Pier IMAX Theatre Presenting Diversey River Bowl Interact and party in our cool and comfortable bowling center. Networking has never been more fun — with our awesome music, a phenomenal light show and Keglers’ famous restaurant for sporting events and private parties. Open bowling every night. Sun.–Fri. noon–2am; Sat. 10am–3am. 2211 W. Diversey Pkwy., 773-227-5800, www.DRBowl.com ESPN Zone Sports-themed dining and entertainment complex with more than 150 video monitors, a 16'x13' screen and interactive sports games. The perfect venue for groups of 25–1,200.Open daily. X, $$. 43 E. Ohio St., 312-644-3776, www.espnzone.com Legoland Discovery Center Opened Aug. 1, 2008, the indoor attraction features a 4D cinema, Jungle Adventure, Dragon ride, build and test area, themed birthday party rooms, factory tour to see how the LEGO® brick is made, Miniland, a café, retail store and much more. Lego’s core values of learning through play, limitless creativity, interaction and active fun will be the focus of the center. This is the flagship facility in the U.S. with an all-inclusive ticket price and free parking. 601 N. Martingale Rd., Schaumburg, 866-929-8111, www.legolanddiscoverycentre.com Sears Tower Skydeck Get up here and view the world. Breathtaking 360-degree views from the Western Hemisphere’s tallest building. You haven’t seen Chicago until you’ve seen it from the top of the Sears Tower. Become a Chicago expert by taking our new Acoustiguide Skylights tour — just add $5.50 to your visit. Adults $12.95; kids (3–11) $9.50; kids under 3 free. Apr.–Sept. 10am–10pm; Oct.–Mar. 10am–8pm. Last admission 30 minutes prior to closing. 233 S. Wacker Dr. (Jackson Ent.), 312-875-9696, www.theskydeck.com (Events) 11/9: Go Vertical Chicago 2008 Tempel Lipizzans Witness artistry and pg history as Lipizzan horses demonstrate power, intelligence and grace, from young foals to athletic stallions. Performances Wed. 10:30am and Sun. 1pm mid-June– Aug. Off-season tours. 1700 Wadsworth Rd., Old Mill Creek, 847-244-5339, www.tempelfarms.com 52£ Two ways to get more information: call 1-877-CHICAGO or go to choosechicago.com http://www.choosechicago.com
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