Does Chicago have a park?

Chicago is an urban outdoor playground with 26 miles of lakefront, 25 beaches, miles of green space, and hundreds of parks — all connected by an 18 mile lakefront path. That adds up to a slice of outdoor heaven for bikers, runners, boaters, sunbathers, culture lovers, and nature enthusiasts.



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Everyone has heard of Central Park, but Chicago also has its excellent city park along the shores of Lake Michigan called Lincoln Park.

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Grant Park Spanning 319 acres of lakefront property, Chicago's “front yard” serves as a gateway to Lake Michigan and the home base for many behemoth summer festivals, including Taste of Chicago and Lollapalooza.

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Millennium Park is a portion of the 319-acre (129.1 ha) Grant Park, known as the front lawn of downtown Chicago, and has four major artistic highlights: the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Cloud Gate, the Crown Fountain, and the Lurie Garden.

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The Riverwalk is free and open to the public.

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Hyde Park is home to the world-famous Museum of Science and Industry and the Frank Lloyd Wright Robie House, as well as many ethnic restaurants, family parks, bookstores, coffee shops, and more.

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Anyone planning a summer trip to Chicago may be wondering, “does Chicago have a beach?” Actually, there are several! Chicago is home to 24 beaches along Lake Michigan, providing plenty of opportunities to step away from the city hustle and stretch out on the sand when the beaches are open.

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Sitting on the banks of beautiful Lake Michigan, Chicago, Illinois, is the third-largest city in the United States, just behind New York City and Los Angeles. Chicago is known for its jaw-dropping architecture, vibrant music scene, amazing food, — including deep-dish pizza — and iconic neighborhoods.

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Lincoln park is situated just a short drive north from downtown area, by the lake. It's a huge space which features many walking and cycling paths, but the biggest attraction is its well maintained and free Zoo. From many places in the park there are great views of northern Chicago skyline. Love it!

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Did you know Lincoln Park is the LARGEST of Chicago's 600+ parks? ?? It spans over 1,200 acres (that's about 25% larger than Central Park in NYC)!

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Chicago is designated as a Gold-level community due to its excellent design guidelines and policy approaches that support walking and pedestrian safety.

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The Drake Hotel is an iconic landmark in the heart of Chicago. It has been a symbol of elegance and luxury since it first opened its doors in 1920. Over the years, it has become a beloved institution that is deeply ingrained in the city's cultural fabric.

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Navy Pier is free and open to the public year-round. Before you visit, be sure to familiarize yourself with our hours and admission policies, directions, and parking information. To skip the ticket lines for events and attractions, buy tickets online before you arrive. At Navy Pier, guest safety is our top priority.

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