Frommer's Chicago 2003

Traveling with Frommer's ensures you avoid tourist traps and experience the best local spots. Our expert authors have explored every destination, providing honest insights that save you time and money. No other series offers such candid reviews of hotels and restaurants across all price ranges. Each guide is updated annually, featuring accurate pricing, vibrant color maps, and engaging coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. The Chicago guide is particularly special, showcasing stunning color photos of the city’s attractions. Written by a lifelong resident, it highlights traditional tourist favorites while revealing local gems and neighborhood hangouts. Our author has personally inspected every hotel, ensuring you get insider knowledge. There’s something for everyone, from high-end dining at Charlie Trotter's to authentic barbecue at local rib shacks. With Frommer's, enjoy shopping along the Magnificent Mile, catching a game at Wrigley, admiring Frank Lloyd Wright's architecture, exploring masterpieces at the Art Institute, dancing in blues clubs, and strolling the beautiful lakefront. Plus, you’ll find a color fold-out map and an online directory to simplify trip planning. For additional insights, consider Frommer's Irreverent Guide to Chicago.