Apart from its austere appeal as a global city, Chicago is also a place for families. From zoos, parks, and gaming centers to some of Illinois's most famous museums, stores, and restaurants, there is something for every member of the family. Chicago family activities can also range from active and sporty to artsy and classy recreational pursuits. Some of the most popular Chicago family activities include:

Educational Recreation
Zoos and observatories can quench the curiosity of the young ones while refreshing the memories of the other members of the family. Including visits to the Lincoln Park Zoo and Brookfield Zoo as one of your Chicago family activities can educate kids on the importance of caring for the environment while reminding adults of their responsibility to nature.

Indulge in an impromptu lesson in geography by including a visit to the Sear Tower Skydeck and the Hancock Observatory. The whole of Chicago are visible from these heights and you can take the opportunity to pinpoint important landmarks. The observatory is open until 11pm so you can take a nighttime trip and switch from geography to astronomy to spice up your Chicago family activities.

Games and Exercises
Include active recreation in your list of Chicago family activities to stay healthy while having fun. Ride a bike around town or in one of Chicago's numerous parks by signing up with Bobby's Bike Hike or Bike Chicago's Rentals and Tours.

If biking around town is not your cup of tea, you can go bowling with your whole family at the 10Pin Bowling Lounge and Lucky Strike Lanes. It is also a good idea to join the free workout sessions in the Millennium Park. Not only are these Chicago family activities good for you and your family, but they are also very affordable.

Food and Art
With the many restaurants, museums, and theaters in Chicago, your family's stay won't be complete without a visit to any one of these. Kids will surely delight in a visit to Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop and Hershey's Chicago. Chicago is famous for its Steaks and Pizza.

Your stay won't be complete without a visit to one of the wonderful Chicago museums. Make museum-hopping one of your Chicago family activities by visiting the Chicago Children's Museum, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Museum of Contemporary Art for a classy art fix.