Experience Chicago
City is located in:
Illinois,United States
Airport(s):
Chicago O'Hare International (ORD)
Chicago Midway International (MDW)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Language(s) Spoken:
English
*with such a diverse population, some of the other languages spoken are Arabic, Urdu, Spanish, Polish, Tagalog, Chinese, and Italian
Things to Know Before you Go
Currency Used:
USD
Main Methods of Payment:
Cash and all major credit cards
*with many small vendors you may be asked to use cash, they may also accept various money transfer apps such as ZELLE, Venmo and Cash App
Sales Tax/ GST:
10.25%
General Climate:
Cold and we mean COLD winters, warm summers, and frequent fluctuations in temperature, cloudiness, and wind direction. For travel purposed the more moderate temperatures of spring and fall are the most pleasant.
Getting Around the City:
Although Chicago is a large city, it is easy to navigate on foot if you’re in downtown. If you plan to explore the outskirts or are staying in the suburbs, you may want to consider renting a car as the rideshare options can become costly.
Electronic Appliance Support:
110-120 volt electricity is generated at 60 Hz (60 cycles per second) alternating current
Safety:
Chicago is considered a generally safe city. The areas to be aware of are isolated and generally out the way from all major tourist spots. If you plan to explore the outskirts make sure you check with the locals to ensure the areas are clear for you to explore.
Cultural Norms:
Chicago is a great melting pot of cultures and has one of the most walkable downtowns in our opinion. It gets VERY cold starting around October all through February so make sure when you plan your trip that you pack accordingly.