see the sights
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The open-air double-decker bus makes a loop around the downtown Chicago area, giving you a chance to see the sights, get familiar with the area, and take a well-deserved break.
From Salon • Sep. 29, 2025
“We wanted to see the sights in Florence and have long lunches in the piazzas, but instead we were stuck in our overpriced villas under the air-conditioning.”
From Seattle Times • May 27, 2024
“I love the people, the feel of London,” Parton said, adding that she “unfortunately” didn’t get to see the sights this time around.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2023
But if you want to see the sights, you must start a vacation fund to save for the next one adequately.
From Slate • Aug. 9, 2023
“A half day would hardly be enough time to see the sights of London,” Penelope began to protest, but she was interrupted by a frightful noise, which seemed to have its origins rather close by.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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