{"id":87974,"date":"2022-12-26T13:06:15","date_gmt":"2022-12-26T12:06:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehappyjetlagger.com\/chicago\/"},"modified":"2026-09-21T12:58:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T10:58:10","slug":"chicago-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/neu.thehappyjetlagger.com\/en\/chicago-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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In my extensive Chicago Travel Guide<\/a> I’ll show the most important sights and what you shouldn’t miss on your trip to Chicago! And if, like me, you’re always exploring the food scene in foreign cities and love to try out all the specialties, you should take a look at my food guide<\/a> on my blog! Chicago is famous for its culinary innovations such as the Deep Dish Pizza or the Chicago Hot Dog! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most important information about Chicago<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u279c To the top 20 sights in Chicago<\/a>\u279c To the Chicago Food Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saving money in Chicago<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like most American cities, Chicago is not really cheap. But you can save a lot of money with the Chicago City Pass<\/a>*. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also find out whether it’s worth it for you in my test:\u279c Is the Chicago City Pass worth it or not?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Good to know<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Chicago is also called the Windy City. The location on the huge Lake Michigan makes you feel like you’re at the ocean! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Things to do<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Reflecting yourself in the shiny sculpture “Cloud Gate” (also called “The Bean”), tracking down the latest food trends & enjoying the friendliness of the Chicagoans<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

All articles about Chicago<\/h2>\n\n

Tips for your trip to Chicago<\/h2>\n\n
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HOW TO GET THERE<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Chicago has one of the largest airports in the U.S., O’Hare International Airport. It is even the hub of United Airlines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Frankfurt, Munich, Vienna or Zurich you can even fly directly to Chicago.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Where to stay<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Chicago, like many major U.S. cities, is an expensive place – but not as expensive as New York!I advise you to stay in the center of Chicago. This may be a bit more expensive, but it is especially practical if you want to be out and about in the evening. \u279c Find places to stay in Chicago<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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VISUM<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Under the Visa Waiver Program you can stay 90 days visa-free in the USA with a German passport and many others. However, you must have a valid ESTA, which you must apply for before you travel. The ESTA is valid for two years, but must be renewed before that time under certain conditions (e.g. when changing passports). \u279c to the ESTA application<\/a>The Visa Waiver Program also applies to many other countries.\u279c all participating countries<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

The best tours in Chicago<\/h2>\n\n

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FAQ about Chicago<\/h2>\n\n\n
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How many people live in Chicago?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chicago has a population of around 2.7 million, making it the third largest city in the USA after New York and Los Angeles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How long is the flight to Chicago?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From Frankfurt, for example, the direct flight to Chicago takes about 8 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is the Chicago River sometimes colored green?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Every year, the Chicago River is dyed green on St. Patrick’s Day. St.Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland and is also significant in Chicago due to its large number of Irish immigrants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to do in Chicago?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you like New York, you’ll love Chicago even more! This city of millions on Lake Michigan combines a big-city feeling with a relaxed lifestyle and a high recreational value. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can plunge into the huge skyscraper canyons, admire the fascinating architecture or enjoy the rich mix of art and culture. And don’t even get me started on the selection of good restaurants: Chicago is not only the birthplace of the amazing Deep Dish Pizza, but also a real paradise for foodies! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How expensive is Chicago?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Like all American cities, Chicago is not particularly cheap. Especially good food (if you don’t want to live exclusively on fast food) and the entrance fees for the most important sights can strain your travel budget. With the Chicago City Pass<\/a> you can save quite some money. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chicago is not exactly cheap when it comes to hotels either. It’s best to book your accommodation early to secure a good price.\u279c Find your accommodation in Chicago here<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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