Chicago and Milwaukie - Ballpark Chasers2024-03-29T15:43:00Zhttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/forum/topics/chicago-and-milwaukie?commentId=1681163%3AComment%3A229059&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI took a trip in April and th…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-06-02:1681163:Comment:2317852016-06-02T16:05:58.959ZJustinohttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/Justino
I took a trip in April and those were three of the stops. if possible try to go to a Twins game because Minneapolis is kind of out of the way. Good luck
I took a trip in April and those were three of the stops. if possible try to go to a Twins game because Minneapolis is kind of out of the way. Good luck You are right to guess that 4…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-29:1681163:Comment:2290992016-04-29T20:17:14.131Zdctwoody(15)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/DavidWoodford
<p>You are right to guess that 4:30 traffic would be unmanageable. Unquestionably, there is more to do in Chicago than in Milwaukee, but Milwaukee can keep you busy for a day. Not knowing your interests, and those of your daughter it's hard to make the right recommendations. That being said both the Harley Davidson Museum and the Art Museum are good enough that I would take an out of town visitor there. HD is definitely about as 'Milwaukee' as it gets, excepting brewery tours (not my thing).…</p>
<p>You are right to guess that 4:30 traffic would be unmanageable. Unquestionably, there is more to do in Chicago than in Milwaukee, but Milwaukee can keep you busy for a day. Not knowing your interests, and those of your daughter it's hard to make the right recommendations. That being said both the Harley Davidson Museum and the Art Museum are good enough that I would take an out of town visitor there. HD is definitely about as 'Milwaukee' as it gets, excepting brewery tours (not my thing). The Lakefront is nice. We like to take our out of town friends to The Safe House for lunch. It's close to the Milwaukee river walk, where you'll find The Bronze Fonz statue. Also very 'Milwaukee'.</p>
<p>Wrigley field, you can't go wrong in the lower deck. I would consider the bleachers during a day game, just because it's Wrigley, and it's the bleachers. Either way, you won't be disappointed.</p>
<p>For seating at Miller Park, I like the first base side for evening games. Behind the plate, is definitely the best view. I'm not as fond of the 3rd base side.</p> Get there early to walk aroun…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-29:1681163:Comment:2289362016-04-29T14:50:38.589ZCam Cain (29)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/CamCain
<p>Get there early to walk around the neighborhood at Wrigley. The gates will never open more than 2 hours before first pitch. You can check on the Cubs' website what time the gates will open.</p>
<p>Get there early to walk around the neighborhood at Wrigley. The gates will never open more than 2 hours before first pitch. You can check on the Cubs' website what time the gates will open.</p> Are you saying to get there a…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-29:1681163:Comment:2290952016-04-29T04:13:57.153ZTom & Lindz (father/daughter)(2)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/TomCassidy
<p>Are you saying to get there an hour before that to walk around the neighborhood, or to go inside because they open the gates earlier?</p>
<p>Sorry for so many questions. First trip and I want to get it right as much as possible. Thanks!</p>
<p>Are you saying to get there an hour before that to walk around the neighborhood, or to go inside because they open the gates earlier?</p>
<p>Sorry for so many questions. First trip and I want to get it right as much as possible. Thanks!</p> Most stadiums open 1.5 hours…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-29:1681163:Comment:2288162016-04-29T00:48:36.263ZCam Cain (29)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/CamCain
<p>Most stadiums open 1.5 hours or 2 hours early for BP. At Wrigley, I would show up at least an hour before that, especially if it's your first time there. We sat along the first base side our first time there, but I don't really have any suggestions about seats. Anywhere will be great.</p>
<p>Most stadiums open 1.5 hours or 2 hours early for BP. At Wrigley, I would show up at least an hour before that, especially if it's your first time there. We sat along the first base side our first time there, but I don't really have any suggestions about seats. Anywhere will be great.</p> Well you have come to the rig…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-28:1681163:Comment:2289872016-04-28T16:58:39.280ZCASA Rodriguezhttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/CasaRodriguez
<p>Well you have come to the right person ! I hope :) I am the travel person for our ballpark chasing. I search for hours/days/weeks (dont tell my boss) For Chicago we stayed outside of Chicago in the suburbs BUT there are some good deals if you look on websites such as travelzoo for hotels in the city. I have a marriott cc that offered a deal so i searched their website and based my decision on the closest hotel to the city of Chicago which was 18 miles outside of the city. We would take the…</p>
<p>Well you have come to the right person ! I hope :) I am the travel person for our ballpark chasing. I search for hours/days/weeks (dont tell my boss) For Chicago we stayed outside of Chicago in the suburbs BUT there are some good deals if you look on websites such as travelzoo for hotels in the city. I have a marriott cc that offered a deal so i searched their website and based my decision on the closest hotel to the city of Chicago which was 18 miles outside of the city. We would take the metro into town each day. Wasnt bad but we didnt run into a few hiccups. When we went to Milwaukee we drove there saw the game and drove right back the same night (crazy I know) it is not far maybe 2 hours or slightly more. We didnt see Milwaukee at all. Just the game and thats it :( but we sometimes do that when going to a game unless theres really something i want to see in that specific city. IF you are going to spend any goof off time doing anything i would spend it in Chicago. Its a beautiful city with alot to see and do. We went to downtown Chicago, had deep dish pizza, walked to the Chicago riverwalk, Navy Pier, lots to see n do around downtown. Wrigley is such a small park i think any seats are great :) I love to walk around during the game if possible to really get a true feeling of the park and the people. Everyone is always friendly. Let me know if you have any other questions ! I am sharing with you 3 pics from our visit. The outfield view from Miller Park was one of the most insane views i have ever seen. It was like true art. The weather was beautiful that night and i really felt like i was in one of the most beautiful places I have ever been and believe me we have seen some beautiful places in the world !</p> Thanks, Cam! If we want to se…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-28:1681163:Comment:2290712016-04-28T05:18:18.137ZTom & Lindz (father/daughter)(2)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/TomCassidy
<p>Thanks, Cam! If we want to see bp at Wrigley, how early should we get to the neighborhood for a 1:20 game? Any suggestions on seats? I see where there are bleacher seats available on Saturday at Wrigley. It sounds like we could get to the area early enough for breakfast and go grab an early dinner after the game. Would you sit there? My daughter is 20.</p>
<p>Thanks, Cam! If we want to see bp at Wrigley, how early should we get to the neighborhood for a 1:20 game? Any suggestions on seats? I see where there are bleacher seats available on Saturday at Wrigley. It sounds like we could get to the area early enough for breakfast and go grab an early dinner after the game. Would you sit there? My daughter is 20.</p> Thanks, Dustin! I look forwar…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-28:1681163:Comment:2289812016-04-28T05:14:55.560ZTom & Lindz (father/daughter)(2)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/TomCassidy
<p>Thanks, Dustin! I look forward to your comments.</p>
<p>Thanks, Dustin! I look forward to your comments.</p> Thank you, Casa Rodriguez! A…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-28:1681163:Comment:2290692016-04-28T05:11:10.194ZTom & Lindz (father/daughter)(2)https://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/TomCassidy
<p>Thank you, Casa Rodriguez! A couple of questions:<br></br> 1) Where did you stay in Chicago and Milwaukie? Trying to be moderate on accommodations. <br></br> 2) Is there much to see in Milwaukie? Current schedule has us seeing white sox on Wednesday, goof around day in Chicago on Thur, drive to Milw Friday AM, game Friday night, and then drive back to Chicago for Cubs game on Sat. Fly back to OC Sunday.<br></br>
3) Was their anything you did on the trip that you thought was really great or not worth the…</p>
<p>Thank you, Casa Rodriguez! A couple of questions:<br/> 1) Where did you stay in Chicago and Milwaukie? Trying to be moderate on accommodations. <br/>
2) Is there much to see in Milwaukie? Current schedule has us seeing white sox on Wednesday, goof around day in Chicago on Thur, drive to Milw Friday AM, game Friday night, and then drive back to Chicago for Cubs game on Sat. Fly back to OC Sunday.<br/>
3) Was their anything you did on the trip that you thought was really great or not worth the time?<br/>
4) Would you sit in the bleachers at Wrigley to watch the game? My daughter is 20.<br/>
I really appreciate your feedback.</p> We just made the trip out to…tag:www.ballparkchasers.com,2016-04-27:1681163:Comment:2289752016-04-27T21:20:36.135ZCASA Rodriguezhttps://www.ballparkchasers.com/profile/CasaRodriguez
<p>We just made the trip out to Chicago from California for these 3 specific parks. We took the metro into Chicago to the 2 Chicago ballparks. Trying to find parking was not an option as we tried to do that one day just to walk around and take in the sights. Parking and traffic is NUTS in Chicago so if you can do that definitely consider. The drive from Chicago to Milkwaukee was a few hours but very relaxing - warning you will come across tolls (something we don't have in California) so be…</p>
<p>We just made the trip out to Chicago from California for these 3 specific parks. We took the metro into Chicago to the 2 Chicago ballparks. Trying to find parking was not an option as we tried to do that one day just to walk around and take in the sights. Parking and traffic is NUTS in Chicago so if you can do that definitely consider. The drive from Chicago to Milkwaukee was a few hours but very relaxing - warning you will come across tolls (something we don't have in California) so be prepared). All three parks are very nice. Tickets were all fairly priced (Cubs not so much) but I recommend field level seats if you can afford them at all three parks. We love to people watch and def take in the sights around the Cubs stadium. Souvenirs are pricey though, best to buy at the shops outside of Wrigley :( Good luck and enjoy !</p>