10 Free things to do in Chicago!

Chicago is a fantastic city with many free things to do. Here are some ideas:

Millennium Park

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Navy Pier

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Chicago Cultural Center

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Lincoln Park Zoo

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The Art Institute of Chicago

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Garfield Park Conservatory

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Chicago Riverwalk

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The 606

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Chicago Architecture Center

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The Harold Washington Library

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