UNITED STATES Welcome to Chicago Facebook Twitter City description If you had to sum up Chicago in just one word, it would be “Architecture”. As the third largest city in the United States, it’s also the birthplace of the skyscraper! Partly destroyed by the Great Fire in 1871, Chicago was inspired to entrust the reconstruction of its centre to its Institute for Architecture and Urbanism. By equipping the new buildings with steel frames and glass façades, this fairly avant-gardist school built up such a reputation for itself that people often now talk about the Chicago School to describe what has become an international movement. Thanks to its Willis Tower, previously known as the Sears Tower, Chicago held the record for the tallest tower in the world for nearly 25 years. A striking architectural but also cultural, musical and sporting benchmark, it playfully maintains an atmosphere that combines upper class sophistication with the underground scene, a balance of unabashed bourgeoisie and creative non-conformity. Since the 2000s, thanks to a post-crisis process of gentrification, Chicago has managed to become the 4th richest city on the planet and demonstrates its renaissance through its countless renovated districts. So the remarkable Millennium Park, once a railway yard, is just one of the many urban regeneration projects with different modules dedicated to architecture and modern art. After the decline of industrialisation and the abandonment of wastelands in the urban centre, some spots or even whole districts, among the 228 classed as community sectors across the city, have been given a new purpose: gardens, cultural centres and even entertainment complexes, like the Navy Pier, the former goods pier now boasting a big wheel, theatres, cinemas, shops and restaurants. READ MORE Top things to do in Chicago ALL HIGHLIGHT ART & DESIGN SHOPPING Architecture River Cruise HIGHLIGHT One of the best ways to learn more about the city’s architecture is to join a Chicago Architecture Foundation River Crui... DISCOVER Wrigley Field Stadium HIGHLIGHT Home of the Chicago Cubs baseball team, the legendary Wrigley Stadium is a must-visit Chicago landmark for lovers of bas DISCOVER 1 / 18 Where to Eat CAFÉ RESTAURANTS Intelligentsia Coffee While Intelligentsia Coffee may boast outposts in Los Angeles and New York, it all started here in Chicago. With six local outposts, Intelligentsia Coffee’s sleekly contemporary Old Town cafe offers communal tables and a minimalist vibe, while its trendy Millennium Park location boasts post-industrial spaces. Whichever cafe you visit, superior coffee is guaranteed.<br> DISCOVER Alliance Patisserie Alliance Patisserie is a celebrated Chicago hotspot known for its its mouthwatering range of French pastries and exclusive coffee blend created by local experts, Bow Truss Coffee Roasters. Discover their selection of jewel-like desserts and flaky croissants which are guaranteed to tempt those with a sweet tooth. DISCOVER Bow Truss Coffee Roasters One of the leaders of the Chicago coffee scene, Bow Truss Coffee Roasters offers ten popular cafés located throughout the city. Sip an espresso made with beans roasted at the nearby roastery in a fun, laid-back setting; visit the lofty industrial spaces of their Lakeview outpost or hang out with the locals at their cafe in Logan Square. DISCOVER Practical information WHERE TO STAY WHEN TO GO TRAVEL TRANSPORTATION EVENT CALENDAR CHICAGO • UNITED STATES Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile provides 4-star downtown Chicago hotel accommod... VIEW Getting around Other destinations Beijing China DISCOVER Petchburi Thailand DISCOVER Montreal Canada DISCOVER 12 Stay in touch with us Subscribe to our latest news and offers. We treat your personal information with the utmost confidentiality. SUBSCRIBE Browse the So Boutique Place a hallmark of Sofitel luxury in your own home. Our online boutique has something for all discerning tastes. SHOP NOW DISCOVER SOFITEL TRAVEL INSPIRATION DESTINATION SOFITEL COLLECTION OF BRANDS ACCORHOTELS GROUP CAREER SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS B2B SOLUTIONS LUXURY TRAVEL AGENT SOLUTION MEETINGS & EVENTS PRESS ROOM MANAGEMENT & FRANCHISE AFFILIATE PROGRAM SPECIAL OFFERS EARLY MEAL GASTRONOMY ROMANTIC GETAWAYS SPA AND WELLBEING FAMILY FUN SPORT & LEISURE RESORT HELP & CONTACT CONTACT US INTERNET SALES CONDITIONS LEGAL INFORMATION DATA PRIVACY PHONE RESERVATION FAQ SITE INDEX SOFITEL 2017. THE SYMBOL OF FRENCH ELEGANCE IN LUXURY HOSPITALITY AROUND THE WORLD 沪ICP备10203162号-2 ml>