Panorama
Practical Information
Updated: Jan 9, 2026Visit Duration
Minimum2 hours
Recommended3 hours
Maximum5 hours
Entrance Fee
FreeFree (street walking)
Best Time to Visit
November-December for holiday decorations. Weekday afternoons for uncrowded shopping
Price Range
FreeHow to Get There
CTA metro to Chicago (Red Line) or Grand. Walk from Loop via Michigan Ave (15-20 min).
What to Expect
460+ stores: from Gucci and Louis Vuitton to Apple and Nike. Tribune Tower and Wrigley Building skyscrapers. Restaurants from fast food to Michelin-starred. Water Tower Place — multi-level mall.
Best Photo Spot
Tribune Tower and Wrigley Building from DuSable Bridge, Water Tower at night
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 9, 202624 hours
Note
Street open 24/7. Shops typically 10 AM-9 PM
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faq.subtitle The Magnificent Mile
Apple, Nike, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's, Burberry, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany. Water Tower Place has 100+ stores.
Saturday before Thanksgiving (late November). Parade, fireworks, and ceremonial lighting of a million lights.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting The Magnificent Mile
Stores offer tax-free shopping for international tourists — ask at checkout.
During holiday season, come in evening — lights turn on at 5pm.
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Weather
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25°
15°Sep
18°
9°Oct
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