Chicago Sports and Recreation

In the world of sports, Chicago is the place to be. The city offers not only a wide variety of activities like hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing and other recreational sports, but also quite the selection of professional sports teams in action. It's hard for sports enthusiasts to be anything less than ecstatic while hanging out in the home of teams like the White Sox, the Cubs, the Blackhawks, the Bears, and the Bulls. Here are some of our favorite ways to sweat it out in Chicago.

Pro Sports

Add to the roar of the crowd at a Chicago Bulls game. The NBA team is one of the most famed sports franchises from the '90s. They won six NBA Championships by earning two three-peats. This amazing historic record was led by legendary player Michael Jordan and legendary coach Phil Jackson. See the Bulls in action at the United Center. Learn more...

Address: 1901 West Madison St., Chicago IL 60612 - MAP
Phone: (312) 455-7000
Web: www.nba.com

You'll find plenty more than peanuts and Cracker Jacks at this ballpark. Head to U.S. Cellular Field and watch the Chicago White Sox dominate at home. The championship team has won three World Series titles and a number of American League pennants. Learn more...

Address: 333 West 35th St., Chicago IL 60616 - MAP
Phone: (312) 674-1000
Web: www.chicago.whitesox.mlb.com

Check out the tough guys on the Chicago Blackhawks. The NHL team has earned four Stanley Cups, proving they know how to win. The team tears up the ice at the United Center.

Address: 1901 West Madison St., Chicago IL 60612 - MAP
Phone: (312) 455-7000
Web: www.blackhawks.nhl.com

Watch the Chicago Cubs take another whack at a World Series during a game this season. The Cubs have yet to win a World Series but loyal fans keep the historic Wrigley Field booming on game days. Learn more...

Address: 1060 West Addison St., Chicago IL 60613 - MAP
Phone: (773) 404-2827
Web: www.chicago.cubs.mlb.com

See the most winning-est franchise in the NFL strut their stuff on the field. The Bears are one of the most popular teams in the league and have won over 700 games since 1920. The team throws down at Soldier Field. Learn more...

Address: 1410 S. Museum Campus Dr., Chicago IL 60605 - MAP
Phone: (312) 235-7000
Web: www.chicagobears.com

The Chicago Wolves don't puck around: They haven't had a losing season since the team was formed in 1994. Watch the championship team battle in the rink at the Allstate Arena.

Address: 6920 Mannheim Road, Rosemont IL 60018 - MAP
Phone: (847) 635-6601
Web: www.chicagowolves.com

Hiking, Biking & Trails

Forget blisters on your feet. Tour the city your own way by bicycle or Segway from Bike and Roll. The rental service provides about five tours: The Amazing Lakefront, Friendly Neighbors , Chicago River & Parks, The Presidential Tour and Bikes @ Nite.

Address: 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago IL 60611 - MAP
Web: www.bikechicago.com

Get a glimpse of what Chicago looked like before all the hustle and bustle of city life arrived. The Morton Arboretum is a preserve of native Chicago woodlands and restored Illinois prairie. Take a tour, hike on the trails, join a class or a special camp - the 1,700-acre conservation effort is a great place to let loose.

Address: 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle IL 60532 - MAP
Phone: (630) 968-007
Web: www.mortonarb.org

Watersports

Soak up the sun on the shores of Lake Michigan. Montrose Avenue Beach is just one of the city-owned beaches where you can relax, kayak, fish, swim and more. Don't forget your puppy, because the Montrose Beach has two dog beaches.

Address: 4400 N Lake Shore Dr., Chicago IL 60640 - MAP
Phone: (312) 742-3224
Web: www.chicagoparkdistrict.com

Plenty Of Thrills

Lose yourself in 4,000 square feet of tunnels and mazes at the Amazing Chicago Funhouse Maze. The Navy Pier attraction has stumped at least a million people in its twisty mazes. Test your sense of direction if you think you're up for the challenge. You may surprise yourself!

Address: 600 East Grand Ave., Chicago IL 60611 - MAP
Phone: (888) 893-7300
Web: www.amazingchicago.com

Scream your face off on a thrill ride like "The Dark Knight" coaster, splash around in a 13-acre water park or do both at Six Flags Great America. The amusement park has family rides and kiddie rides, making it the perfect destination for vacationing families and local families alike. Be sure to meet your favorite Looney Tunes and Justice League characters while at the park.

Address: 1 Great America Pkwy., Gurnee IL 60031 - MAP
Phone: (847) 249-4636
Web: www.sixflags.com

Leisure

Beep beep! Make sure they clear the streets when you zoom by on a Segway. The Segway Experience of Chicago invites you to rent a Segway and tour the city like it's never been seen before. The guided tours point out some of Chicago's most storied architecture and landmarks.

Address: 224 South Michigan Ave., Suite 113, Chicago IL 60604 - MAP
Phone: (312) 663-0600
Web: www.mysegwayexperience.com

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