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The Chicagoland area offers a wide variety of shopping experiences, from upscale boutiques to discount outlet malls, and everything in between. The primary shopping strip in the city is the Magnificent Mile, which runs along north Michigan Avenue from the Chicago River to Oak Street. The Magnificent Mile also features indoor shopping malls, such as Water Tower Place and 900 North Michigan Shops. State Street is another major shopping destination, with Marshall Field’s and Carson Pirie Scott being the main department stores.

The Magnificent Mile offers 460 stores in eight city blocks. Ahead of the Chicago favourites like Crate & Barrel and Niketown, choose from delicious restaurants, unique shops and several museums and galleries to end out your day on the mile.

On Oak Street between Michigan Ave & State St. located at the North end of the Magnificent Mile, Oak Street is an International style center, housing many of the world's most exclusive boutiques and salons.

In State Street you'll find a enjoyable mix of shopping, entertainment, food and fun. The landmark State Street Retail Historic District and the surrounding area in Chicago's Loop are considered by many to be the heart of Chicago's culture and commerce. 

The 10 best shopping places in Chicago are given below:

• Chicago Place Mall

• Chicago Ridge Mall

• Magnificent Mile & Streeterville
• Oakbrook Centre
• Old Town
• River North & Near North
• State Street
• Water Tower Place
• Westfield North Bridge
• Wrigleyville