Perhaps you would like to get married amidst stunning marinas, gardens, and lagoons. Or maybe you want a destination wedding in a major travel hub, complete with some of the world's best shopping and museums. You might be guided by your love of theater and dancing. If any or all of these descriptions sound appealing to you, consider a Chicago wedding. The windy city offers a plethora of cultural diversity and natural beauty. It is a fabulous location for a wedding.
Chicago is a major travel hub with a multitude of restaurants, hotels and reception halls. With world renowned cuisine, historical architecture, and a colorful nightlife, Chicago offers choice upon choice for wedding venues and guest entertainment.
Some of Chicago's top attractions include:
- The Museum of Science and Industry
- The Field Museum of Natural History
- The Museum of Contemporary Art
- The Lakefront
- Magnificent Mile
And, getting around the city is easy! Transportation in Chicago boasts a sophisticated elevated rail system called the "L". Compared to some of Europe's finest transportation systems, the L is often incorporated into the travelers' itinerary so that they can experience this piece of Chicago! Additionally, there are buses, cabs, and rentals available.
The Lakefront and Magnificent Mile
Perfect for weddings, The Lakefront spans 29 miles and offers diverse beauty. There are parks, gardens, lagoons, marinas and beaches. In fact, guests may be overwhelmed to learn that there are 33 free beaches to choose from! Additionally, fitness enthusiasts might enjoy 22 miles of bike paths, golf courses, and many beautiful lakefront trails. The Lakefront is also home to the nation's largest boat marina. If you love the water, consider a wedding cruise where you and your guests will celebrate beneath the Chicago skyline while dancing, dining, and listening to the fine jazz cadences of the night.
Chicago destination weddings are popular choices, as both the married couple and their guests can experience the sights and sounds of this wonderful city. The infamous Magnificent Mile is truly a shopper's paradise. Filled with upscale fashion names, chic and trendy shops and impressive architecture, just to walk on this boulevard is an experience!
Other Chicago Wedding Hotspots
A well-known spot for a Chicago wedding is the beautiful Galleria Marchetti. Located in the River West area of Chicago, The Galleria provides lush gardens, an expansive courtyard, and fine cuisine. The Galleria boasts five splendid areas (The Galleria, The Pavilion, The East Courtyard, Ristorante Italiano, and West Courtyard) for entertaining and partying. They are known for their special touches and versatility in accommodating both intimate and very large affairs.
Chicago truly offers any type of wedding venue. For something different and educational, contact the Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum. They offer a romantic wedding atmosphere beneath a blanket of stars and constellations! Or, if you want to steer even further away from the more conventional wedding halls, the Brookfield Zoo will provide you with additional guests of dolphins or butterflies. They'll even transport you to a simulated rain forest in central Africa and surround you with animals specific to that region!
A Chicago wedding will provide you with choice upon choice of wedding possibilities. This cultural hub will shower you with all the fine city attractions while quietly offering up some of the most beautiful beaches, parks, and aesthetic getaways in the United States.
