🇺🇸 Chicago Day Trip from Purdue University

🚗 Driving Route & Parking Tips: It’s about a 150-mile drive from Purdue University to Chicago, taking roughly 2.5–3 hours (avoid rush hours for a smoother ride 🛣️). 🅿️ Parking Recommendations: Downtown parking: Look for discounted garages north of Downtown (e.g., $8 after 3 PM on weekdays – but check if the payment machine is working!). Street parking: Note the time zone change (Chicago is 1 hour behind Purdue ⏰) to avoid tickets. Near Michigan Ave: A 6-hour, $12 garage is a great deal for exploring major attractions. 📍 Itinerary: Purdue University → Chicago Downtown → Cloud Gate → Trump Tower → Michigan Avenue → Chicago River → Giordano’s Deep Dish Pizza ☁️ Cloud Gate (The Bean) A must-see landmark! Best visited in the morning for fewer crowds 📸✨. 🏙️ Trump Tower & Michigan Avenue Snap a photo of the impressive Trump Tower, then stroll down Michigan Ave – a shopper’s paradise with iconic city vibes 🛍️🌆! 🌉 Chicago River A relaxing evening walk along the river offers stunning reflections of the skyline 🌃💧. 🍕 Giordano’s Deep Dish Pizza Chicago’s famous deep-dish pizza – overflowing with cheese! 🧀 Order the Chicago Classic Deep Dish for a crispy crust and rich, hearty filling. Absolutely worth it! ⚠️ Tips: 1️⃣ Fill up your gas tank before returning – Chicago gas prices are high ⛽. 2️⃣ Giordano’s gets crowded during mealtimes – dine off-peak or reserve ahead 🕑. 3️⃣ Downtown Chicago has many one-way streets – keep your navigation updated for real-time traffic 🗺️. #ChicagoRoadTrip #DeepDishPizza #PurdueUniversity #MidwestTravel #Purdue #ChicagoDowntown #TravelChicago #ChicagoFood #StudyInTheUS