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Where to see fall colors in and around Chicago
Chicago’s many parks, gardens, and natural areas are gorgeous year round — but they’re particularly stunning in the fall. That’s when you can see stunning…
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Enjoy the great outdoors at our parks and waterfronts.
Museums & art, Parks & outdoors, Tours & attractions
The Bean (Cloud Gate) in Chicago
Cloud Gate, aka “The Bean”, is one of Chicago’s most popular sights. The monumental work of art anchors the city’s downtown park, reflecting the city’s…
Family, Parks & outdoors
Family-friendly outdoor adventures in Chicago
Chicago’s nearly 600 parks and 26 miles of lakefront make it easy to enjoy the great outdoors in the middle of the city. Families can…
Itineraries, Parks & outdoors
2 days, 2 Chicago waterfronts
The waterfront is a center of life in Chicago. It’s where discoveries are made and adventures begin. Dedicate one day each to exploring the Chicago…
Food & drink, Parks & outdoors, Shopping and fashion
Shop local at Chicago farmers markets
Chicago farmers markets are the perfect place to stock up on local produce — and get a taste of each neighborhood’s local flavor. These community…
Parks & outdoors
Chicago’s bird sanctuaries
Bird lovers flock to Chicago for a chance to spot hundreds of different species all around the city. Here’s a few areas for bird watching…
Parks & outdoors
Explore Chicago’s Grant Park
Grant Park is much more than a park. It’s a gathering place for the city’s biggest events, a green oasis in the heart of downtown,…
Parks & outdoors, Sports & recreation
Sports and fitness in Millennium Park
Gear up for fun and fitness at Millennium Park. The iconic Chicago park is packed with ways to get your heart rate up, from downward…
Parks & outdoors, Tours & attractions
Buckingham Fountain in Chicago’s Grant Park
Nature lovers, architecture buffs, public art aficionados — Grant Park has something for everyone. And so does Buckingham Fountain, the park’s centerpiece. Located right along…
Parks & outdoors, Sports & recreation
Chicago’s Lakefront Trail
Chicago’s scenic Lakefront Trail is an 18-mile paved path that follows the Lake Michigan shoreline on the city’s eastern edge. It extends from Ardmore Street…
Parks & outdoors
Fun in the sun on Chicago’s beaches
You might know Chicago as the birthplace of the skyscraper, the home of deep dish pizza, or as one of the largest urban cities in…
Festivals & special events, Music, Parks & outdoors
Millennium Park Summer Music Series
Check back soon for 2020 dates and details. The Millennium Park Summer Music Series features free weekly concerts, showcasing a broad spectrum of genre-defying musicians…
Entertainment, Festivals & special events, Parks & outdoors
Millennium Park Summer Film Series
Check back soon for 2020 dates and details. Tuesdays, June – August, 2019 Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park Through the summer months, visitors and…
Parks & outdoors
Explore the 606 elevated park & trail
An abandoned railway has been given new life on Chicago’s west side. The 606 is an 2.7-mile elevated park and trail that was built on…
Parks & outdoors
Chicago conservatories and winter gardens
Welcome to Chicago’s great indoors. The city’s conservatories and winter gardens give you the opportunity to explore exotic plant life whatever the weather — and…
Free & cheap, Parks & outdoors
Free summer fun in Chicago’s parks and gardens
Welcome to a summer of free things to do in serene green spaces throughout the bustling city. Morning yoga? Movie under the stars? Perhaps a…
Parks & outdoors
Things to do at Chicago’s parks, gardens, and beaches
Chicago is an urban outdoor playground with 26 miles of lakefront, 25 beaches, miles of green space, and hundreds of parks — all connected by…
Parks & outdoors
Discover outdoor adventure in Chicago
Kayaking, rock climbing, biking, sailing, playing — whether you love the sound of a paddle hitting Lake Michigan’s waters, the whir of your bike spokes…
Parks & outdoors
Spend a day on the Chicago Riverwalk
Urban explorers love the Chicago Riverwalk, a 1.25-mile stretch located on the south bank of the Chicago River, right in the heart of downtown Chicago.…
Itineraries, Parks & outdoors
Chicago urban explorer guide
Chicago may be known as a metropolis, but its motto, “Urbs in Horto,” or “City in a Garden,” tells you everything about the mix of…
Articles, Parks & outdoors
Ecotourism in Chicago
A famous frog once said, “It’s not easy being green.” He was right. Chicago is a city anchored in industrial roots and approaching a population…
Parks & outdoors, Sports & recreation
5 unique ice skating rinks in Chicago
One of the best parts about winter in Chicago is the array of charming ice rinks that pop up all across the city. These seasonal…
Food & drink, Parks & outdoors
Beachfront restaurants in Chicago
Chicago really does have the best of both worlds. While the city is known for its famous skyline and urban neighborhoods, it’s also right next…
Parks & outdoors
7 things you didn’t know about the Chicago Riverwalk
There’s so much more to do at the Chicago Riverwalk than simply stroll along a picturesque river. The Riverwalk is a lifestyle — a uniquely…
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