Here’s a detailed, checkbox-style itinerary for your trip from December 24, 2024, to January 5, 2025:

Day 1: December 24, 2024 (Christmas Eve)

• [x] 11:00 AM: Christkindlmarket Chicago • Location: Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington St • Activity: Explore festive holiday stalls with handcrafted gifts, ornaments, and treats. • Distance from Hyatt Place Chicago/River North: 1.1 km (15-minute walk)

• [x] 1:30 PM: Magnificent Mile Holiday Lights Stroll • Location: North Michigan Ave • Activity: Walk along the iconic shopping street and enjoy holiday lights and window displays. • Distance from Christkindlmarket: 1.2 km (15-minute walk)

Dinner Options:

• [x] The Dearborn: 145 N Dearborn St ($30–$50 per entrée)
• [ ] Atwood: 1 W Washington St ($25–$45 per entrée)

Day 2: December 25, 2024 (Christmas Day)

• [x] Morning: Relax and leisure time at the hotel
• [x] 12:00 PM: Visit Millennium Park + Christmas Tree • Location: 201 E Randolph St • Activity: Visit The Bean (Cloud Gate) and view the holiday tree decorated with lights • Distance from Hyatt Place Chicago/River North: 1.2 km (15-minute walk)

Dinner Options:

• [ ] Beatrix: 519 N Clark St ($25–$45 per entrée)
• [ ] Sunda New Asian: 110 W Illinois St ($35–$60 per entrée)

Day 2: December 26 2024

• [x] • 11:00 AM: Field Museum of Natural History • Location: 1400 S Lake Shore Dr • Activity: Explore exhibits like SUE the T. rex and cultural artifacts. • Distance from Hyatt Place Chicago/River North: 3.5 km (15-minute Uber ride, ~$12)
• [ ] 2:30 PM: Visit Goodman Theatre and Cadillac Palace Theatre • Goodman Theatre: 170 N Dearborn St • Cadillac Palace Theatre: 151 W Randolph St • Activity: Admire these historic landmarks and take photos. • Distance from Field Museum: 4.3 km (15-minute Uber ride)

Dinner Options: