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Women appreciate this boutique for its romantic and flirty vintage fashions and jewelry. It also sells new items with a retro feel.

Lothario and founder of Playboy (1926–), whose first issue sold over 50,000 copies.

A lobby full of greenery and fountains welcomes guests into this, the biggest hotel in the Hyatt chain. Although all guest rooms offer high speed Internet access, you can opt for a “Business Plan” upgrade to obtain more specific benefits during your stay.

Linked by a connecting walkway to McCormick Place convention center, the basic but modern rooms of the 32-story Hyatt Regency are an attractive stopover for conventioneers. The hotel also has a fitness facility.

Launched by a former Ultimo buyer, Ikram specializes in high-end women’s fashion sold at top dollar. Chic wares and lines change seasonally, but shop assistance is uniformly personal.

One of the first skyscrapers to be built (in 1957) on steel, not concrete, pilings. It predated the John Hancock building (see John Hancock Center) in using external supports.

One of the city’s most luxurious hotels, which mixes historic charm with contemporary elegance. This former men’s club (see Hotel Inter Continental) has stunning public rooms, and very comfortable guest rooms.

Medicine meets the macabre at this museum, with four floors displaying historic instruments that span 4,000 years of surgery. Murals and sculptures pay tribute to the honorable profession. Stronger stomachs may appreciate the ancient Peruvian skulls showing evidence of early surgical attempts.

This charming boutique has something silky, soft, and sexy for women whose sizes range from barely there to 44JJ. You’ll also find teddies, bustiers, pajamas, and nightgowns.

Choose between upscale Vivere, The Village with its extensive menu, or mid-priced La Cantina – all under the same roof.