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The same questions, answered side by side for January. We don't pick a winner — the trade-offs are the point.
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| In January | 1°C11 rainy days |
| Flying time | 3h 55mfrom Los Angeles |
| Ideal stay | 3–4 nights |
| Best for | Culture seekers · Foodies · Nightlife |
| The feel of it | Big-shouldered, musical, architecturally serious |
| Where people stay | The Loop and River Northor Lincoln Park and Old Town |
| Getting around | Manageable without a car |
| Money and language | USDEnglish |
| Accommodation | Expensive |