United States: Chicago Books and Travel Guides

Access Chicago This superb tourist guide takes readers through the Windy City's rich cultural and historic sites, its splendid architectural treasures, its popular blues and jazz clubs, its super sports arenas, and its many shops and restaurants Click Here for More Info

Berlitz Chicago Packed with all the information you really need to know: all the Chicago sights, from the Art Institute to the Navy Pier to the Field Museum; vibrant neighborhoods from the Gold Coast to Bucktown to Wrigleyville; the best places to shop, from the Loop to the Magnificent Mile; restaurant recommendations, from simple to elegant to trendy; hotel recommendations for every budget and taste; stunning photography and detailed maps and unique Berlitz culture tips. Click Here for More Info

The Best of Chicago An updated guide takes readers on a gastronomical tour of The Windy City, featuring discriminating reviews of restaurants, bistros, and cafes, and including hotel listings for any budget, shopping finds, and commentaries on museums, galleries, and theaters. Click Here for More Info

Cheap Chow Chicago Chicago is a great town for food lovers. Already famous for its ribs and pizza, the Windy City has lots more to offer: pierogis, quesadillas, samosas, sushi, ravioli, wiener schnitzel, all these and other gastronomic delights can be found at a multitude of Chicago's ethnic restaurants. Best of all, dining well in Chicago, does not require paying more. Gourmands and travelers on a budget can discover the best of what the city has to offer with the aid of Cheap Chow Chicago by A LaBan , now available in a revised updated edition. Click Here for More Info

Chicago : A Pictorial Souvenir Spectacular full-color photographs, as well as older black-and-white pictures and an informative text, capture all of the magic of the Windy City from downtown Chicago to the classic tourist attractions. Click Here for More Info

Chicago in and Around the Loop : Walking Tours of Architecture and History Gerard Wolfe offers travelers and armchair travelers the same enlightenment and pleasure for Chicago. The tours are organized around architecturally significant downtown areas in and around the famous Loop, a convenient starting point. Click Here for More Info

Chicago Walking Guide : Where to Go, Where to Eat, What to Do Fabulous shopping, the Sears Tower, and Chicago's famous aquarium are just a few of the many sights to see when taking a walking tour of the Windy City. Large maps, diagrams, and information on restaurants, museums, shops, and other essential sights comprise this handy walking guide. Click Here for More Info

Chicago's Best Restaurants Chicago diners will find listings for more than 250 area restaurants, categorized by area, cuisine, and price, and rated according to a twenty-point scale on service, decor, and quality, along with information on hours, credit cards, handicap access, and more. Click Here for More Info

Chicago's Best-Kept Secrets This is one of the best Chicago travel guides available, and it is especially great for lovers of Chicago who return again and again wanting to discover a new, wonderful aspect to "our kind of town. Click Here for More Info

Doggone Chicago : Sniffing Out the Best Places to Take Your Best Friend Now, you'll learn about dog friendly festivals, restaurants, even bars where you can take your best friend.. We ranked hundreds of parks and forest preserves, and dog beaches from the canine point of view, counting trees and fire hydrants. Also, listed are places to take dogs off-a-leash, including dog training areas in DuPage and Lake Counties. Click Here for More Info

Fodor's 99 Chicago Excellent-great guide to a great city! Very informative. Very thorough guide about a city loaded with things to do and see. I found this guide to be not only informative but also quite accurate-something one can appreciate when rediscovering their city. Excellent for first-time visitors as well. Highly recommended! Click Here for More Info

Frommer's Memorable Walks in Chicago The walks are theme-oriented. The Loop is for architecture hounds. From Sears Tower (the nation's tallest building) to Harold Washington Library Center (world's largest municipal library), this 2-3 hour stroll encompasses Chicago's financial, cultural, and governmental downtown heart, playground to the country's most gifted architects. Or take a different Loop route for the Sculpture Tour, passing works by Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Alexander Calder, and 18 more. The Magnificent Mile is totally urban, full of skyscrapers, shopping centers, hotels, mansions, and commercial giants, while the Gold Coast trail takes you down tree-shaded stretches of historic luxury homes along Lake Michigan. There are directions (including local transit) for each walk, good maps, and rest stop suggestions for coffee and a snack. It's a slim book, easy to pop in a back pocket, and it offers personal, tactile introductions to a great city. Click Here for More Info

Kidding Around Chicago Whether you live in Chicago or you're just visiting with your family, Kidding Around Chicago is a great guide to getting the most out of the city. Catch Michael Jordan shooting hoops with the Bulls. See the skeletons of gigantic dinosaurs at the Field Museum. Try a slice of delicious Chicago-style pizza at the original Uno's. In addition to featuring the city's best parks, museums, restaurants, and other fun sights, Kidding Around Chicago has dozens of games, puzzles, and illustrations to help you get a kick out of the Windy City. Click Here for More Info

Know More, Spend Less : A Native's Guide to Chicago For those who want to venture into the nooks and crannies of real, every day Chicago, From someone who knows and loves this metropolis inside and out... You will not find a more indispensable handbook to America's Second City. Click Here for More Info

Mr. Cheap's Chicago : Bargains, Factory Outlets, Off-Price Stores, Deep Discount Stores, Cheap Eats, Cheap Places to Stay, and Cheap Fun Things to Do A money-saving travel guide to bargains in Chicago offers advice on how to find the best values in entertainment, dining, clothing, appliances, accommodations, discount stores, and more in the Windy City. Click Here for More Info