Chicago with kids is a delightful experience, made all the more special by the holiday and winter season. While it gets cold here the beauty of the snow and spirit of the locals will warm hearts and minds as you enjoy a city that knows how to celebrate the holidays in style. Enjoy this special holiday itinerary written by local experts and take your family on a magical winter journey.
Please note that this is not an itinerary submitted by an actual family. This day was planned by one of our travel experts as a recommendation for a family of children with ages 4 through late teens, based on knowledge of the city. Factors such as time, cost and distance have been considered to make this a great day to get a sense of the city and keep the children and teens interested and engaged.
Please Note: This itinerary was provided by Michael Samm of www.ChooseChicago.com. We thank them for providing their expert knowledge of the area to create a wonderful day for our readers.
Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Address: 5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
Phone: (773) 684-1414
Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 4 PM, Saturday – Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Admission: Included with Museum Admission (use CityPASS)
Runs through January 4, 2015
Holiday Windows, the Great Tree and the Walnut Room
Address: 111 N. State St., Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: (312) 781-1000
Hours: Vary, see page for details
Admission: Free for store, windows and SantaLand, Walnut Room dining varies
Walnut Room Dining: No reservations are accepted from November 8 through January 1.
SantaLand runs November 8 to December 24
Window Displays up November 8, 2014 through January 11, 2015
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Address: Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington Street, Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: (312) 494-2175
Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11 AM – 8PM, Friday – Saturday 11AM – 9PM
Admission: Free of charge, shopping and food vary
Runs November 21 – December 24, 2014
(visit The Spice House, Old Town Oil, and the Fudge Pot)
Address: 1520 N. Wells St., Chicago IL 60610
Phone: 312.951.6106
Admission: Free to explore neighborhood, destinations and activities vary
Address: 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: 312-742-2000
Hours: 5 – 9 PM
Getting There: They highly recommend taking public transportation if it’s an option for you
Admission: FREE of charge
November 28–November 30; December 4 (Zoo Members Only); December 5–7, 12–23; December 26–January 4, 2014–15
Ice Skating at the NEW Maggie Daley Park Ice Skating Ribbon
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
Art Institute of Chicago Holiday Thorne Rooms (use CityPASS)
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Shopping along the Magnificent Mile (visit new Neiman Marcus Last Call Studio)
51 East Ohio Street Chicago, IL 60611
A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theatre
170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60601
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