Naming the best things to do in a city like Chicago is a tough task. It’s constantly changing, surprising even longtime residents and in the midst of the continued COVID-19 pandemic, some must-see attractions across the city have been temporarily closed. Luckily, closures and delays haven’t stopped the city’s pulse, creativity or innovation. No Navy Pier or Wrigley Field? No problem. There’s much more beyond the glittering Magnificent Mile and noted institutions packed with the typical tourist traffic. Trek like a local, uncover some natural hidden gems, embrace your inner foodie or splurge on some serious perspective high above the skyscrapers downtown; here are the best things to do in Chicago. 

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