About Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, is located on the shores of Lake Michigan in the heart of America's Midwest. The city is known as a passionate sports town, and welcomes over 40 million visitors each year.
Chicago is home to hundreds of theatres and art galleries, over 7,300 restaurants and 26 miles of lakefront, so there is something for everyone.
Free time
During your free time, you could take a look at the world’s largest Tiffany stained-glass dome during a guided tour of the Chicago Cultural Centre, take a stroll around the 24.5 acre Millennium Park, or pick up some souvenirs at one of the city’s many shopping areas.
Michigan Lake
If you’re a fan of the water, make the most of Lake Michigan with a tour of the city by boat. This offers a different view of Chicago’s stunning architecture, and a relaxing way to see the city.
Skydeck Chicago
No trip to the city would be complete without a visit to Skydeck Chicago at the top of the Sears Tower. Skydeck Chicago offers visitors a 360-degree view of the city, spanning over 50 miles and four states. If you’re brave enough, step onto the glass floor of ‘The Ledge’ and take a look at the city from 1,353 feet above street level!
Museums
If you enjoy museums and galleries, you will be spoilt for choice. Take your pick from the Art Institute of Chicago, Adler Planetarium, Museum of Science and Industry, DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago History Museum and many more.
Our conference
Venue
Advancing Optometry Worldwide
Renaissance Blackstone Hotel
Chicago, USA
Date
24-26 June 2012
Register today!
Registration
To register for your place at Advancing Optometry Worldwide, please click here.
Conference venue
Renaissance Blackstone Hotel
636 South Michigan Ave
Chicago
Illinois 60605
USA
Accommodation
We have secured rooms at the Renaissance Blackstone Hotel at a reduced rate of $199 per night (plus tax).
To take advantage of this offer, you can book online by clicking here.
Chicago, USA
Renaissance Blackstone Hotel
View from the Skydeck Chicago
'The Bean', Milliennium Park
Find out more about things to see and do in Chicago by visiting the official city tourism website.
www.explorechicago.org
The College of Optometrists provides the secretariat for WCO | WCO is registered in England and Wales (Co Registration No. 6950128) | Charity Registration No. 1133429
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With thanks to our annual sponsor, Optometry Giving Sight, and the College of Optometrists for their support |
Useful links: World Optometry Foundation | Vision 2020 | The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB)
