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Top Extreme Activities & Thrilling Things to Do in Chicago, IL
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What travellers are saying
- TravelingMamaNew York, NY346 contributionsBeautiful views of the shoreline and city. We opted for a daytime view and it didn’t disappoint. They have the tilt attraction- we didn’t do it - but it looked like the people who did enjoyed it.Written 14 April 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Heather B2 contributionsWe pre-purchased our tickets and were able to walk right onto the elevator with no waiting. The area was clean and the bar was well stocked. The app you could download didn't ever work, but the views of the water and the city were breathtaking.Written 9 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- wschaplinMission Viejo, California18 contributionsIt was a great venue. We were in a high rise with north lake views. The Canadian pilots were great, a little better than the Blue Angels. Sorry, I’m not Canadian, either.Written 11 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- gemmap81Liverpool, UK129 contributionsBeen up to the top of lots of big famous buildings around the world. First to have one of these so had to have a go. Extra charge on top of entrance fee though which makes it a bit overpriced.Written 30 December 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Allen21096Chicago, IL29,714 contributionsSo you want to attend the Chicago Marathon? We wanted to attend, because my son was running it for the first time and his friend was on his 6th. First, the course is planned out pretty well and it appears that most everything has been thought of. There are port-a-potties everywhere. There is unlimited space for viewing. And, Bank of America has put together a phone app that was extraordinary. Besides giving plenty of information about times to be there and places to be, it has an exceptional tracking section. We were able to monitor their progress throughout. We found that of the four places that we watched, the app was only off by a half of block on just one of those viewing opportunities. So, seven of us started out to find viewing places and the night before we plotted out a course of action, with a "Plan B:" The first thing that is important to realize is that you can not drive through the course, so in order to get to different viewing areas, you have to drive on the surface street on the outskirts of the course. We were advised to use Uber or the "El", but once we started we realized that those two modes weren't going to work well. The thing to remember is that there are a lot of runners, so you have a choice - to sit at one spot and watch tens of thousands of runners go by, or to pick out a couple of spots and work your way around to them, while monitoring the tracking app, to see your specific runners. So, we headed for Addison St. and Broadway Ave., first. We found a spot to park and decided to leave one person with the car. There really is an ebb and flow among the spectators, so what is a crowded spot may not be for long. Our second spot was Adams St. and Ashland Ave., at M.M. 15. At this second spot, we were only able to view my son, as his friend had worked his way ahead. Again, we parked less than a block away and someone stayed with the car. Our 3rd choice was at Canalport and Cermak Rd. At this area, the neighborhood was a bit more desolate,. When we parked the car, we were very close and all of us were able to catch my son, as he went by. This was the one spot that the tracking off was a bit off. The final viewing area was the spectator area at the finish line at Roosevelt Rd. and Michigan Ave. We weren't able to park as close, but most of us did get to see my son as he came past the spectator area. The starting area is not a good spot to see your runner, there are far too many people. - in 2019, a mere 45,786 participants! With our planning, we were able to view my son running at four different spots. My grandkids loved to watch their Dad and uncle and the three of them had different signs that they had made the night before. It was a fun day. And the weather was nice. It never rained, it was not hot and muggy and it was a comfortable day for running. All in all, a lot of fun,Written 15 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- gourmexicanBellevue, WA554 contributionsI've been to several music festivals in the United States including Ultra and Coachella. I have to say that Lolla has its very own traits that make it unique. First of all, I really liked the fact that is it in the city. Getting in and out of the festival is quite easy. In comparison to Coachella (which is in the middle of nowhere) this makes a huge difference at the end of the day. Also, if you are looking to do something after the festival your options are many.
Another big difference with Coachella comes with drinking being allowed throughout the grounds. Honestly, I loved this and did not see people getting more foolish as a result. People were probably more foolish at Coachella. Getting a beer was easy and I loved the fact that I could walk around with it in the hot weather. They had a craft beer garden where they offered a huge variety of the famous Goose Island brews. We really liked it.
Moving from one stage to another was easy, as they close an entire street that runs through the center of the entire festival. The grounds are nice, and you have a lot of options for food. Getting something to eat or drink is quick and easy. The restroom situation will be that of any music festival, though I have to say that men urinals helped wait lines move faster. They should put more of those up at these kinds of events, to even be respectful to women and keep the porta potties cleaner for them.
The artist lineup was amazing. It had a lot of variety from all genres. You cannot guarantee what mood the artists or bands will be in. We've been upset by performances at all festivals but do have to call out that the organization was flawless. Artists coming out on time. Sound being great. Never felt crowded to the point where it got claustrophobic. They allow the right amount of people in.
One thing that I loved is that they have a program in place where they hand out recycling bags for people to pick-up cans from the grounds. This ensures the grounds are not only kept clean, but also safe. You would see people looking out for those carrying the bags to drop their cans. Great way to keep it clean, safe and recycle. You get some free stuff for doing this. Not only will it make you feel a good citizen, but you will walk out with some memorabilia of your experience.
They have two ways to get into the festival with lanes for people carrying bags and lanes for those with no bags. This really expedites the entry process. Once in, you can even rent a locker for the 4 days in case you just want to go through the with bag lane once and then leave your stuff (ie. sunblock, drinking bottles, camelbacks) overnight. We really recommend bringing in double-wall cold insulation bottles to keep your drinks cold (whether water, Powerade or beer) as it gets quite hot.
Getting to the festival walking, taking Uber/Lyft (they have designed drop-off and pick-up lots) or through subway was easy. The city of Chicago does a great job keeping this under control. It would be easier to do a festival in the middle of nowhere, but Lollapalooza met our expectations in and out. Will attend again someday for sure.Written 9 October 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Nathan WNewport, Australia339 contributionsWe got free skates via the Hilton, and skated away the evening. The rink was devoid of any pushy or show-off skaters to ruin the night for us hopeless skaters! Beautiful city lights give the rink a great atmosphere.Written 19 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- ss101529Chicago, IL1 contributionWe did the Heist Escape Room and had so much fun. There were so many unique puzzles that we were all able to contribute. This is a great team building experience and would highly recommend.Written 28 October 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Katarina L1 contributionThe hardest escape room that I have done! Very fun, very challenging, definitely would recommend. Joanna was the best hostess!Written 1 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- familiadeicazaPanama Province, Panama40 contributionsJeremy our guide was very friendly, funny and informative. He took pictures of us as we stopped in each highlight. It is a comfortable way to cover a large area and make the most out of your time in the city. Just hopping on the segway its fun on its own. Im now a segway fan and will take these types of tours whenever possible. The office team was also very helpful. Just a wonderful experience.Written 1 October 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Megan F1 contributionI highly recommend this show!! Dennis is a true entertainer! It’s was intimate, classy, amazing and I honestly was in awe of his magic! Loved every minute of it!!Written 7 September 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Sarah HornChicago, IL15 contributionsWent for my husband's birthday. Fun competing against each other. We had someone who works there show us the basics and kept score for us. They have league's, my husband will most likely be joining one :).Written 5 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Mazzy M1 contributionJohn was a great instructor and axe throwing was super fun with him! By the end, my friend and I were pros!Written 6 August 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- James Meador1 contributionMagic Penthouse really hit the spot after a long workday! I went solo and was immediately introduced to fun, like-minded people. I was transported into a world of multiple live, simultaneous shows. It was a feast for the senses and the hosts treating me like a VIP make me feel like an included part of the overall experience. The venue was a colorful and lively Latin American theme, with top notch drinks and the plentiful food was super on point. The acts combined humor, skill, and world class magic knowledge. I honestly can't say enough about how impressed I was. I would highly recommend this entertainment concept with no reservations. If you haven't visited already, get your tickets now!Written 20 November 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Abdul R1 contributionthis is my view ident there with my hoverboard and it said so fun and then you should have called you back downtown to go look at people and the people riding hoverboards thank you for watching myAll 4 without having an account atAll 4 without having account everyWritten 4 January 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
