The Magnificent Mile is a section of Michigan Avenue in Chicago that includes the area from the Chicago River to Oak Street in Near North Side community. Nicknamed by Arthur Rubloff the famous real estate developer, The Magnificent Mile is home to some of the city’s most prominent and high status buildings.
During the 1940’s this impressive area was well known as a prestigious residential and commercial street. The concept of the Magnificent Mile was an integral part of the ‘Plan of Chicago’, which was envisioned by Daniel Burnham. Replacing Pine Street, the Magnificent Mile was created during the 1920s. Prior to the construction, the area was complete with factories, warehouses, mansions and residences.
At present the Magnificent Mile boasts of many glamorous department stores, commercial buildings, posh restaurants, lavish retail stores, modern hotels and other up market entities. It caters mainly to affluent travellers, businessman and the rich and famous. The area is also home to many of the city’s leading media and advertising firms.
The Magnificent Mile boasts an astounding 3,100,000 square feet of retail space, more than 250 restaurants and over 400 stores. It is also home to 51 well appointed hotels and an extensive choice of recreation and entertainment attractions. An astonishing 22 million people head to the Magnificent Mile each year in order to experience its extraordinary excitement.
Architectural landmarks in the area include John Hancock Centre, the Tribune Tower and much more. There are many museums such as the Chicago Children’s Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art, Notebaert Nature Museum and Loyola University Museum of Art.
The best way to explore the Magnificent Mile is to stay at a well serviced Chicago hotel. The area is home to some world class hotels such as Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago, that provides discerning guests with environs that are both inviting and artful.
