Thinking about making a quick trip up to Chicago 1st week of June

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I've checked Airbnb-are there any better house share sites?

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Unless saving money is a big issue, I'd recommend staying in a hotel. If you've used Airbnb before and like it, then go ahead. I hate it personally.

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Also, I see that Wrigley and Soldier Field are on opposite sides of the city. Would it be better to stay one night close to Wrigley, then another close to Soldier? Or better to just find a place in the middle? (We'll actually be there Friday-Monday, so 3 nights)

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It doesn't really matter where you stay, it's pretty easy to get between the two sites or anywhere in the city by public transportation or uber/cab.

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What else are must-dos? I've never been to Chicago and want to do as much as time allows.

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Millenium Park, Navy Pier (though many would disagree, I'd recommend a couple hours there), and if you want one "cultural" thing then either the art institute or field museum, but if you're there for a short time during the good weather then it's not a must

I'd also recommend going to the top of the Hancock instead of Willis/Sears. Less crowded and probably a better experience overall.

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What's the best way to get Cubs tickets?

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You can get outside the park like any other event on the planet, but you're not going to get a good deal like you would at many others. It's probably just better to get tickets on Stubhub rather than worrying about it. Sitting under the roof behind the plate is good for staying out of the sun, but an absolutely terrible view for a baseball game.

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What's the best Chicago style pizza?

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Every person is going to have a different opinion on this. Just go to the "famous" place most convenient to you. (Lou's, Giordano's, Uno/Due, Pequods) Just don't frick the pizza up by getting too many toppings, one or two max. I tend to prefer my deep dish just cheese while I usually like other types with toppings.

Good info here already. A architectural water tour is great if the weather is good or take water taxi from the museum to the pier area for a great view of the skyline from the lake

Giordanos for pizza.

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Also, I see that Wrigley and Soldier Field are on opposite sides of the city. Would it be better to stay one night close to Wrigley, then another close to Soldier? Or better to just find a place in the middle? (We'll actually be there Friday-Monday, so 3 nights)

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You're fine staying in one place.

To expand on my one-sentence post from last night...

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I've checked Airbnb-are there any better house share sites?

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Not sure about other sites, but you're fine using Airbnb or reserving a hotel room.

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Also, I see that Wrigley and Soldier Field are on opposite sides of the city. Would it be better to stay one night close to Wrigley, then another close to Soldier? Or better to just find a place in the middle?

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Stay closer to downtown in River North or The Loop. The Red Line is accessible from either area and can get you to Wrigley (via Addison) and Soldier Field (via Roosevelt).

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What else are must-dos? I've never been to Chicago and want to do as much as time allows.

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Architectural boat tour, Willis Tower/Hancock Tower, Millennium Park, Grant Park, the new Riverwalk, and Navy Pier are all tourist traps, but probably those "must-dos" on weekend trips. You can also head over the Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, and/or Field Museum if you're open to braving the crowds. You can get some excellent panoramic views of the skyline from Museum Campus.

Speaking of views, it might be nice to walk along Lakeshore path with Lake Michigan + the skyline.

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What's the best way to get Cubs tickets?

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Like you would any other event, but I would recommend StubHub, which someone also suggested above.

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What's the best Chicago style pizza?

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I'm not much of a deep dish guy, but I very much prefer Pequod's and Lou's over places like Gino's East and Giordano's.

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I was in for a long weekend August before last. We rented the Divi bikes and rode along the lakeshore, enjoyed immensely. Divi bikes are rental bikes with stations all around the city, just rent with a credit card and return anywhere (but you do have to check in to a bike stand every 45 minutes or so).

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I use Divvy during the spring, summer, and falls months to get to work. It's convenient and affordable. Only $100/year.

For tourists, this is a good recommendation. However, you do not necessarily need to return the bike after its 30 minutes. They'll just recommend you return the bike to a docking station to avoid additional fees.