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East Chicago must see attractions

1. Navy Pier

Navy Pier draws more than 8.6 million visitors each year. It has rides, restaurants, shops, parks and boat tours, all within a 50-acre pier on Lake Michigan. Open year-round, it’s busiest in the summer months when there are open-air stalls selling souvenirs and weekly firework displays.
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Navy Pier which includes rides and a sunset

2. McCormick Place

McCormick Place is both the biggest convention center in Chicago and the biggest one anywhere in the U.S. This vast, sprawling complex is an impressive feat of architecture and engineering that was founded well over half a century ago. Attend an event here to get a sense of its incredible scale.
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McCormick Place featuring a city and a high rise building

3. Grant Park

Grant Park is one of Chicago’s most loved and diverse public parks, with a host of family-friendly attractions and activities. It spreads across 319 acres (129 hectares) between Michigan Avenue and the banks of Lake Michigan. Grant Park is a scenic area blessed with everything from concert venues and museums to public art, statues and well-groomed lawns. Walk along wide tree-lined promenades dissecting the park.
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Grant Park which includes night scenes and a park

4. Millennium Park

Millennium Park is a 25-acre (10 hectare) park in the central Loop. Locals and tourists gather year-round for concerts, biking and jogging, and to admire the sculptures dotting the landscape.
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Millennium Park featuring a city, modern architecture and fall colors

5. Soldier Field

Soldier Field has been one of Chicago’s most well-known landmarks since its construction in 1924 and is the oldest NFL stadium in the country.
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Soldier Field featuring a skyscraper, modern architecture and a city

 

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Ameristar Casino East Chicago

3.5/5(26 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Ameristar Casino East Chicago during your time in East Chicago? While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

Ameristar Casino East Chicago
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Indiana Harbor

4/5(5 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in East Chicago with a trip to Indiana Harbor. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the casinos in the area.

Indiana Harbor
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Jeorse Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jeorse Park Beach during your trip to East Chicago? While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its casinos.

Jeorse Park Beach
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Marktown Historic District

You can find out about the history of East Chicago with a stop at Marktown Historic District. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its casinos.

Marktown Historic District

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