| We believe that when shopping in Chicago, Tourist and locals want organized, accurate and timely information whether its for Chicago shopping malls or Magnificent Mile boutiques. On our site, we intend to provide shoppers with information that is both relevant and succinct. We like to think of ourselves as giving you information that you really need and want That is our goal. There are many shopping excursions to venture on as a visitor or local. However the downtown area is the most active. Your typical tourist will spend most of their time within a few bocks of the Magnificent mile (Michigan Avenue) and State Street......and that's alright. Although, if one is adventurous, other Chicago shopping options as available, including taking a quick taxi ride or El ride into one of the many neighborhoods or to the suburbs to visit a few Chicago shopping malls. If you are a hip designer, conscious downtown Chicago shopping lover who absolutely adores trendy, vintage, and/or alternative digs, then the Bucktown and Wicker Park boutique circuit is a must do! Casa de Soul, Eurotrash, Scoop NYC, and The Silver Room are just a few of the stops along the way on your downtown Chicago shopping venture. Lakeview has its Chicago shopping highlights as well. Returning downtown, the “Magnificent Mile” area boasts of diverse retailers, four multi- level Chicago shopping malls anchored by classic department stores such as Bloomingdales and Nordstrom, exceptional dining experiences, and extraordinary hotel accommodations. “Oak and Rush” streets feature a refreshing mixture of couture shops and high-end boutiques with prestigious brand names like Kate and Jack Spade, Jimmy Choo, Prada, and Hermes (just to name a few!). To help you get started, our first service starts with "Chicago shopping by map". Our maps will help the Chicago tourist and locals who wish to assume the Chicago tourist role, find shopping centers, retailers, nearby hotels, and food and dinning venues located within walking distance of |
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| the main downtown thoroughfares and streets. Hopefully, our maps will be helpful when planning travel, Chicago shopping trips or a family vacation. Feel free to check back often as we will be adding more streets to our Chicago shopping maps and adding additional unique services. Thank you for visiting. |
| State street is one of the city's most important north-south thoroughfares running through the heart of your downtown Chicago shopping experience. In the late 1860s State street began its transformation into a key tourist designation. State street has a good, diverse list of retailers. It has a good variety for anyone shopping in Chicago. Its a must stop for visitors to the city. |
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| The Magnificent Mile is approximately the one mile stretch of north Michigan Avenue running just north of the Chicago river through the heart of the exclusive Gold Coast neighborhood. Magnificent mile Chicago shopping is one of the best tourist experiences in the city. Visitors and locals are both more than welcome and at home on the Magnificent mile. |
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| Shopping Malls in Chicago |
| Traveling through the city you will notice very few Chicago shopping malls. The best Chicago shopping malls are located in the downtown area. In fact the actual best Chicago shopping malls are located on Michigan avenue surrounded by some of the best shopping in Chicago. Other Chicago shopping malls that are worth a visit are mostly located in the surrounding suburbs. |
| There is always a Chicago event for any residence or visitor. Chicago events are available for almost every neighbor in the city. The Chicago events list on this website are specifically geared toward the downtown visits or Chicago shopper. No matter what you interest, taste or budget there is always something for everyone. |
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