9 days in Chicago & Shakopee Itinerary

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Chicago is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, get a new perspective on nature at Field Museum, get curious at Museum of Science and Industry, and get interesting insight from Tours.

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Cleveland to Chicago is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Cleveland to Chicago, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In August, plan for daily highs up to 83°F, and evening lows to 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Shakopee.

Shakopee is a city in and the county seat of Scott County, Minnesota. Venture out of the city with trips to Elm Creek Singletrack Trail (in Champlin) and Munsinger Gardens (in Saint Cloud). The adventure continues: delve into the lush surroundings at Baker Park Reserve, contemplate the waterfront views at Excelsior Commons, take in nature's colorful creations at Millennium Garden, and try to win big at Canterbury Park.

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You can drive from Chicago to Shakopee in 6.5 hours. In August in Shakopee, expect temperatures between 81°F during the day and 63°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) so you can go by car back home.