DK Top 10 Chicago

The world’s favourite pocket travel guides

Make the most of your trip to Chicago with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Chicago has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.

Inside this guide to Chicago, you’ll find:

- Top 10 lists of Chicago's must-sees and must-dos, including visiting the Art Institute of Chicago, wandering around Millennium Park and taking in the view from the Willis Tower
- Chicago’s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping
- Themed lists, including the best film locations, parks and beaches, performing arts venues, local dishes and much more
- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week
- A laminated pull-out map of Chicago, plus five full-colour area maps

DK’s Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.

Looking for more on Chicago’s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Chicago travel guide.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs