This is a must-see for all the tourists -- and it can be fun for true Chicagoans as well (but in limited doses). The boat tours are great -- we like the Duck cruises (more casual and fun than the others). But be prepared to spend a lot of cash at the Pier -- everything's expensive (from parking to snacks). And the IMAX runs more than $10 a ticket for a 45-minute show.
Pros: Lots of variety
Cons: Pretty expensive
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