| Sunday, a typically relaxing day of the week, is | | | | Brookfield Zoo |
| enjoyable in Chicago just as much as any other place. | | | | For those traveling by car, this is a must-see. Located |
| If visiting Chicago on a weekend and looking for | | | | in Brookfield, Illinois, just west of Chicago, this zoo |
| something low-key to do to finish your trip, you have | | | | has nearly 216 acres and 2,000 animals. First opening |
| countless options. Kick back and enjoy any of these | | | | in 1934, the zoo features the first U.S. Giant Panda |
| Windy City attractions. | | | | exhibit. Additional zoo exhibits include Baboon Island, |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | | | | Reptile House, Australia House, Wolf Woods and the |
| The botanical gardens include 23 different gardens as | | | | Pachyderm House. A children's petting and play zoo |
| well as three native habitats sections. This includes | | | | are available for families too. Lastly, a tropic world |
| both endangered and native flora and fauna from the | | | | exhibit provides a real tropical rain forest experience. |
| state of Illinois. A guided walking tour or a tram tour | | | | In the warmer months, a Dolphin presentation is |
| is also options to take in the entire garden. There are | | | | shown as well. |
| seven different themes to choose from when taking | | | | Brookfield Zoo |
| a walking tour, they include: The Greenhouses, | | | | 8400 31st St |
| Japanese Garden, Landscape Gardens, Seasonal | | | | Brookfield, IL 60513-1064 |
| Festivals, English Walled Garden, Rose Garden and | | | | (708) 485-2200 |
| Fruit & Vegetable Garden. Additional dining | | | | Willis Tower Skydeck (Formerly Sears Tower) |
| accommodations are provided as well as a picnic area | | | | On a lazy Sunday, why not get a sight of the skyline |
| for families. For those driving, the gardens are located | | | | from 103 floors up? The sky deck provides a view |
| at Lake Cook Road right off of Interstate 94. | | | | of up to 50 miles around the Chicagoland area. |
| Additional city transportation provides access to this | | | | Interactive exhibits showcasing the history of |
| site as well. | | | | Chicago are also provided for educational experiences. |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | | | | Dining options are also available on the 2nd floor. |
| 1000 Lake Cook Road | | | | Willis Tower Skydeck |
| Glencoe, IL 60022 | | | | 33 S. Wacker Dr. |
| (847) 835-5440 | | | | |