I've been attending this event for a while and I was expecting to enjoy it more this year, since the weather was great, but I was disappointed. The parade was slow....and very few floats. It wasn't motivating to welcome in the holidays. My niece was falling asleep. The best part besides Mickey and the Disney characters was the Latin Mambo... more

We did the obligatory stroll down here and it was lovely. I can only imagine what it must be like around Christmas time. The shops were a little bit pricey for us, but it was still nice to window shop and people watch. If you have a chance while you are in Chicago, but don't get upset if you miss... more

The Magnificent Mile has long been one of my favorite places to walk and shop. I just cannot fathom how I once walked down this strip in three-inch heels! At the southern end, the street is a bit gritty but in a nice urban way. Watch for the street performers in front of the Wrigley Building. Check out the huge... more

With a name like Magnificent Mile, we expected more I guess. Then again I work in medical research and my husband's a preschool teacher so what do we know about shopping? The only part of the magnificent mile we enjoyed were the Lego Shop and a really cool bakery/cafe that I forgot the name of now where both the coffee... more

Lots to see and shop here for the average tourist. Unfortunately, the development of this strip from the 1970's through the present resulted in the loss of lots of lovely 1920's architecture that could have been preserved and still afforded the space opportunities for retailing had planning been right. Find some old pictures of Michigan avenue from the 50's and... more

I love it! Great for people watching. Love the shops, the buildings, the restaurants, the energy. My husband and I went Labor day weekend. Very crowded. A lot of street performers, three on some blocks. Of course, crowds gather around to watch, which makes these areas slow to walk through. When we got off the Mag Mile, my husband says... more

Tons of shops, lots to see, lovely walk and beautiful at night more

I could sit and watch the beautiful ladies on Magnificient Mile all day long. The upscale shops must bring out the best-looking Chicago has to offer. The restaurants in the area are also terrific as there are options for every budget and taste. For the budget conscious, I would recommend Portillo's, terrific Italian sandwiches and Chicago-style hot dogs. Don't pass... more

A few years ago my wife and I began going to Chicago for some pre-holiday shopping on the Magnificent Mile. Great dining, great shopping, and the lighting festival all in a fantastic city - at a wonderful time of year! We keep threatening to switch to New York some year, but as Fall arrives, we start talking about "last" year's... more