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10 things you shouldn’t miss at Chicago’s Millennium Park Campus
The Millennium Park Campus is the heart of Chicago. Locals and visitors alike gather here to picnic in the grass, cool off in the fountain,…
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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, 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, 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…
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, walking, boating, biking, — whether you love the sound of a paddle hitting Lake Michigan’s waters, the whir of your bike spokes on a…
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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
Ice skating 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…
Parks & outdoors, Special events
Chicago beach guide
Chicago’s stunning skyline soars over 26 miles of uninterrupted lakefront, including 24 free public beaches. Whether you’re looking to swim, kayak, paddleboard, sip cocktails, or…
Parks & outdoors
Chicago zoos
The Chicago area is lucky enough to have not one, but two award-winning zoos. Our Lincoln Park neighborhood is home to one of the oldest…
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