1. Travelers arriving by plane are recommended not to take a taxi. The easiest way to reach the city center and other areas of interest is Skytrain; it would save you from wasting time in numerous traffic jams. In addition, travelling with subway is thriftier.
2. Seasoned travelers recommend visiting the city during the off-season. Summer in Chicago is always very hot, and in winter the temperature can drop to -30 C, and that can make the stay uncomfortable. Many tourists visit the city on Christmas Eve, when there is a holiday market and major sales begin.
3. The city has excellent public transport system. It has about 2,000 buses serving 140 different routes. You can travel by bus not only throughout the city, but to the surrounding area too.
4. Travelers visiting Chicago in the summer can use free tourist buses marked ‘Trolleys.’ Their route takes you through the most important attractions, including Lincoln Park, Navy Pier and the seafront of Michigan Avenue. Free buses run around the city from 10 am to 6 pm.
6. Water taxi that runs along the Chicago River would give an unforgettable experience. This unusual mode of transport has become a real local landmark; the cost of a trip is less than 6 USD.
7. Budget travelers have to notice that at least one day a week in all cultural institutions and museums is admission-free. You can clear a schedule of numerous museums and ticket prices at any tourist office or hotel.
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9. Foreign visitors are advised to refrain from self- exploring remote areas of the city. On the contrary, you can walk along main streets without fear even late in the evening, as they can be quite crowded even at the nighttime.