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If you want to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven is a perfect place to visit. Here, you can get up close and personal with over 40 exotic, free-flying butterflies and several stunning bird species from the Southern Hemisphere. The greenhouse, which spans 2,700 square feet, features serene pools of water, flowers, tropical trees, and over 1,000 butterflies, giving you the feeling of being in summer all year round. If you're interested in witnessing the life cycle of a butterfly from caterpillar to chrysalis to the very first flight, you should take advantage of the First Flight Butterfly Release. Moreover, they offer weekly Butterfly Haven Yoga sessions if you want to spend more time in the Butterfly Haven.

Maggie Daley Park Rock Climbing is Chicago's first and only Climbing Park. It features two magnificent custom-designed rock climbing structures that offer a unique outdoor recreational experience for beginners and experts alike. The park staff provides instructions and supervision to ensure the safety of the climbers. The combination of Skating Ribbon and Climbing Park makes it an all-season park inviting and engaging for Chicagoans and visitors. The climbing walls are 40 feet high and cover an area of 19,000 square feet. The wall is divided into beginner and advanced sections, and there are three types of climbing: bouldering, lead-harnessed, and top rope. The climbing wall can comfortably accommodate 25 to 100 climbers at any given time.

City Winery is a unique venue that offers live entertainment and a wide selection of wine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With a working winery on site, guests can enjoy up to 18 varieties of wine while being entertained. The venue can accommodate up to 300 guests, and each location offers a distinctive culinary and cultural experience for wine enthusiasts. City Winery has expanded to provide intimate concerts, food and wine seminars, private event spaces, upscale dining, and a fully functioning winery. Experience the charm of wine country with modern comfort and convenience in an urban setting. The performance venues are equipped with state-of-the-art acoustics provided by Meyer Sound. Before the concert, you can visit the tasting room to try a flight of wines. After the show, stop by the bar for more drinks. City Winery offers a range of functional spaces that can host a memorable night out for two or an unforgettable private event. There is something for everyone at City Winery, whether it's discovering new wines while enjoying an intimate concert or celebrating your wedding in the wine garden followed by an epic party.

Chicago is renowned worldwide for its architecture, and the Chicago Architecture Foundation offers a variety of tours to showcase some of the city's most exceptional buildings. With walking, bus, and boat tours available, visitors can explore the downtown area or one of the city's many charming neighborhoods. Expert docents will guide you and share the stories behind the buildings, whether you visit iconic skyscrapers, elegant hotels, or legendary houses designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. With dozens of tours, you may need help selecting just one.