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Chicago is the perfect place for bookworms to explore when on vacation, from phenomenal independent bookstores to Hemingway's birthplace.

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A Book Lover’s Guide To Chicago

Discover Chicago’s friendly Lincoln Park neighborhood with a stay in one of these five hotels in the surrounding area.

Lincoln Park

The 5 Best Hotels in Lincoln Park

If you’re planning a trip to Chicago, any one of these Airbnbs will ensure you enjoy a comfortable and memorable stay.

The 6 Best Airbnbs in Chicago, Illinois

While Chicago's pizzas and hot dogs might be more famous, these mouth-watering desserts deserve the same recognition.

A Dessert Lover’s Guide To Chicago

From the Lakefront Trail to miles of city bike lanes, there’s lots of reasons to bike around the Windy City.

Most Amazing Places to Cycle in Chicago

The coffee business is booming in Chicago, so Culture Trip suggests some smaller, independent coffee shops with our guide.

13 of Chicago’s Buzziest Coffee Shops

Make your money go a little further in Chicago with Culture Trip’s selection of cheap hotels.

The 8 Best Cheap Hotels in Chicago

The best way to see Chicago is by heading up to one of its many rooftop bars to enjoy a drink with a view. Here are our favorite places to do just that.

Chicago's Best Rooftop Bars

Would you get your favourite food inked onto your skin?                                                                    

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11 Tattoos of Food From Around the World That Will Make You Hungry

For a view of Chicago from a new angle, check out Matt Marzahl's incredible photographs.

A Contemporary Perspective Of Chicago — Via Helicopter

Under the weight of Chicago's massive industrialization and corruption, an influx of writers in the city created the Chicago Literary Renaissance

A Brief History Of The Chicago Literary Renaissance

Chicago's Navy Pier has never been a little pier. Read our guide to learn about its history plus its future.

The Past And Future Of Chicago's Navy Pier

The horseshoe sandwich is a necessary staple of these top Springfield, Illinois brunch spots. Here are our top 10 picks.

The 10 Best Brunch Spots In Springfield, Illinois

These are the 'can't miss' spots in one of Illinois's most beautiful small towns.

Top 10 Things To Do And See In Galena, Illinois

Find a brand new music obsession this fall by checking out a local Chicago artist.

Indie Musicians From Chicago You Should Know

Marta Minujín's extraordinary installation The Parthenon of Books is one of the highlights of this year's Documenta in Kassel

This Incredible Artwork is Made Entirely From Banned Books

Founded by Arnold Bode, Documenta is an exhibition which displays modern and contemporary art. From its first edition in 1955, Documenta was able to establish itself as a key international rendezvous for contemporary art. Taking place every 5 years, Documenta 13 is the latest exhibition.

Transforming the Art World: The History of the Documenta Art Exhibition

With the Tate Modern now showcasing a captivating retrospective of his works, we take a look at the life and creations of Sigmar Polke.

Sigmar Polke | From Meteor Dust to Bubble Wrap

The Best Travel, Food and Culture Guides for Kassel, Germany - Local News & Top Things to Do