Chicago
The Windy City
Approx. 8 hours 15 mins
Flight from LondonAvailable direct
Approx. 8 hours 40 mins
Flight from ManchesterAvailable direct (seasonal)
Air/Cruise Ports & Distances
📍O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
18 miles to downtown - Approx. 40-60 min drive đź“ŤNot cruise relevant
🔑 Key Selling Points
Willis Tower Skydeck
Step out onto the glass ledge 1,300 feet above the city—an exhilarating way to see Chicago’s skyline and Lake Michigan stretching beyond.
Millennium Park & Cloud Gate
Home to “The Bean,” one of the city’s most photographed landmarks. The park itself is a lively space of art, music and fountains.
Navy Pier
A classic lakefront attraction with a giant Ferris wheel, theatres and boat tours. It’s as much about the atmosphere as the views across the water.
Magnificent Mile
Chicago’s famous shopping avenue, lined with boutiques, restaurants and historic buildings—it’s the city’s beating commercial heart.
Chicago River Architecture Cruise
A guided boat tour along the river, pointing out the city’s striking skyscrapers and architectural history. It’s one of the most popular ways to experience Chicago.
🏨 Recommended Hotels
Warwick Allerton Chicago
Historic Michigan Avenue hotel with Art Deco style.
đź“ŤMagnificent Mile
Central Location, Historic
Palmer House – A Hilton Hotel
Iconic Chicago landmark blending grandeur with modern comfort.
đź“ŤThe Loop
Central Location, Spa, Historic
Riu Plaza Chicago
Sleek new-build with modern rooms, fitness centre and rooftop bar.
đź“ŤNear Magnificent Mile
Central Location, Rooftop Bar
The Langham, Chicago
Luxurious riverside hotel with elegant interiors, spa and Michelin dining.
đź“ŤRiver North
Luxury, Spa, Riverside