CHEST Annual Meeting 2020 will be here before you know it and we’re here to guide you through our Second City home, Chicago, Illinois. We’re so excited to be hosting CHEST 2020 in our backyard this year and want to help you experience everything that the city has to offer when you aren’t taking in the latest education in clinical chest medicine.
Whether you’re looking to embrace the culture, discover new shops, seeking entertainment, or just looking for a photo opportunity, we’ve got you covered. There’s something for everyone! Here are a few suggestions to keep you busy after your courses and sessions end.
Millennium Park Campus
Located in the heart of the city, Millennium Park is home to the Art Institute of Chicago, Cloud Gate (“The Bean”), Maggie Daley Park, Crown Fountain, Park Grill restaurant, and more. This is the perfect place to take a fall stroll this October.
Cloud Gate (the bean)
Undoubtedly, one of Chicago’s most popular attractions, this reflective sculpture opposite of Millennium Park is a must for the perfect selfie. Don’t forget to bring your selfie stick to optimize your angles!
Field Museum
One of the largest history museums in the world, this space is filled with an extensive collection of artifacts and scientific-specimens, along with educational programs. Whether you’re interested in browsing through photo archives, taking a public tour, or strolling through the library of over 275,000 books, it would be easy to spend a few hours here during your breaks. (Kids will love it too!)
Wrigley Field Tours
The World Series is set to start during the meeting, fingers crossed the Cubs will be making a return to Wrigley Field. Regardless, you can still attend an off-season tour allowing you to visit the Visitors’ clubhouse, Cubs’ dugout, field, American Airlines 1914 Club, Maker’s Mark Barrel Room, and The W Club at the home of the Chicago Cubs.
Starbucks Reserve Roastery
While you’re strolling on Michigan Avenue, be sure to stop by the world’s largest Starbucks. Enjoy a latte while you take a tour of the roastery or even experience a master tasting.
Take a river boat tour
Embrace the outdoors by taking a scenic cruise on the Chicago River during a boat tour. Choose from tours that highlight architecture, classic Chicago spots, a dinner cruise, and more.
Skydeck Chicago
Take a step out on the Ledge during your stay in Chicago. Test your limits on the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower by stepping onto a glass platform 1,353 feet in the air. Skydeck Chicago also features museum-quality exhibits and theater presentation, Reaching For The Sky.
Navy Pier
Stretching more than 3,000 feet along the shoreline of Lake Michigan, Navy Pier offers access to parks, gardens, shops, dining experiences, live entertainment, and more. If you’re looking for an engaging experience for kids, Navy Pier is also home to the Chicago Children’s Museum.
Frank Lloyd Wright Tours
Wrap up your time in Chicago with the Wright Along the Lake tour, a half-day guided bus tour featuring some of Wright’s most iconic sites in Chicago. Tours are also available for select sites including the Frederick C. Robie House and the Rookery Light Court.
The Magnificent Mile
One of the most iconic shopping centers in the world, The Magnificent Mile stretches across downtown Michigan Avenue and features historic landmarks, more than 460 retailers, and more than 275 restaurants.
Don’t forget to bring your jacket for outdoor activities! They don’t call Chicago the Windy City for nothing.
We look forward to exploring clinical chest medicine and the city of Chicago with you at CHEST Annual Meeting 2020 in October. See you there!