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Discovering the true essence of Magnificent Mile starts with brushing up on a few basic facts. Are you ready to find out just where this unique place is and what attractions you should explore?

Around 1 mile (2 kilometers) north of downtown Chicago, Magnificent Mile is one of the neighborhoods that make this city so charming.

Forget the attractions — it's the locals that make a place tick. Here in Chicago, there are 2,700,000 of them.

Places to visit in Magnificent Mile

It's a good idea to fine tune your photography skills before you jet off to Magnificent Mile, because famous attractions such as Millennium Park and John Hancock Center are on the doorstep.

Great attractions are just a short stroll away. You'd be mad to miss Navy Pier and the Chicago Cultural Center, so be sure to add them to your vacation to-do list.

What year was it built and what went on there? Try to find the answers to these questions when you stop in at Merchandise Mart, a historically significant building. Need more close by options? Looming over the skyline, Chicago Water Tower is difficult to miss. Stand at its base, cast your eyes upwards and gaze upon this imposing historic structure. And there's more. For years, people have built imposing structures for different reasons. Come and discover the story behind Tribune Tower — you won't have trouble spotting it!

Where do you fly into for Magnificent Mile?

If you're traveling to Magnificent Mile, the closest major terminal is Midway International Airport (MDW). It's around 10 miles (16 kilometers) to the southwest from the main area. Select an in-flight movie, sit back and you'll arrive before you know it.