A year of movement! Over the years of participating in different events, I have come to realize that I don't have to be as fast as the person next to me. In front of me, or even behind me. I do have to move, and it starts with a single step. The host kept announcing on the microphone; "your race, your pace". Just the motivation I needed. I mean standing in one spot waiting for your corral to start while FREEZING in the Chi made a lot of people not even want to start. When it was finally our turn, they announced that we should be careful due to high winds. Did I already mention it was cold? The wind gave me the boost I needed to improve my pace especially by the water. If the Shamrock Shuffle is something you have been thinking about, all levels are welcome. There was a 1 mile walk the day before and yes, you do earn a medal. The day of there is a 2 mile walk and the 8K. You CAN do it. Please register early as it does sell out. read more

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Grant Park is a large, 319-acre public space in Chicago's Loop community area. It is home to Buckingham Fountain, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum Campus & Millennium Park. It is referred to as Chicago's "front yard," it is the large overarching park in the city's central business district. The manicured rose gardens were impressive. There were many trees walking, running, biking & sitting on shady benches taking in the beautiful day. Boats & the lighthouse on Lake Michigan were visible. There were clean stocked public restrooms. read more

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What a world-class city park! Cloud Gate Millennium Park Pritzker Pavilion Franz West Christmas tree Ice skating. Nature Art Institute of Chicago Fountains Art Green space Places to run and rest Place for peace and for protest Parallels Michigan Blvd Surrounded by skyscrapers Forever one of the greatest city parks in the world. read more

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This is a very large park that you will find in the heart of Chicago. the park dates back to 1847 and is named after Named for President and Civil War General Ulysses S. Grant. This park has a little bit of everything. The park is known as "Chicago's Front Yard," and spans 313 acres. The park is home to what is known as the Museum Campus, which includes the Art Institute of Chicago, the Field Museum of Natural History, the Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium. There is tons of metered street parking, commercial lots and commercial garages for visitors of the park to park. Where you will park will be determined mostly by what section of the park you go to. It is also easily accessible by public transit. The parks is also home to the iconic Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, built in 1927. The fountain is amazing and is a must see. I found the park to be well maintained. you will find baseball diamonds, tennis courts, pickleball courts, benches and well manicured gardens. The baseball diamonds that I saw were very bare and did not have dugouts or backstops. They are just wide open fields. The tennis courts and pickleball courts are right next to each other are both nice and pretty popular. The park has some really nice gardens, where you can fins some benches to sit and take a load off. There are also benches around the fountain to sit as well. The park has a couple of seasonal eateries near the fountain that visitors can purchase food from. The park is central to some of the city's most major events, including the Grant Park Music Festival, The Taste of Chicago, Lollapalooza, and is the start and finish lines for the Chicago Marathon. It was also the site of President Barack Obama's Election Day victory speech on the night of November 4, 2008 , Pope John Paul II held an outdoor mass here in 1979 and the park was the site of many of the Chicago Bull Championship celebrations in the 1990s. I really liked this park. It is so large and spread out though that you must know what you want to do and go directly to that section of the park. You may be in the park and not even know it. It is just that big. It is well maintained and highly recommend checking this park out when you are in Chi-town. read more

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Always a great time at this park. Really is a great venue for concerts and sporting events. So far, I have been here for several concerts, musical festivals, food, events, and NASCAR. I think they do a really good job of using the space at this park. I'm always very impressed with the assessability and the easy access to public transportation. The park itself is very beautiful, including monuments, gardens, views of downtown and lake. Definitely a nice place to take a stroll or even a bike ride around and see everything that downtown Chicago has to offer. read more

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Vast Grant Park might be the most famous city park in all of America, maybe even the world! It is a giant 319 acre land that contains some of the best Chicago landmarks, such as Millennium Park, the Museum Campus, Buckingham Fountain, the Art Institute, and great views all around of the skyline. Here is a more detailed analysis (keep in mind I have written more detailed reviews on most of these places, which you can check out on my profile): MILLENNIUM PARK -Cloud Gate (A Chicago landmark informally known as The Bean) -Jay Pritzker Pavilion (Even if you don't see a concert, the architecture is very cool) -Crown Fountain (Very creative fountains with digital faces on them!) -Ice skating (in winter) MUSEUM CAMPUS -Field Museum (See Sue the T. Rex, very cool taxidermy work, amazing gems, and Ancient Egypt) -Shedd Aquarium (amazing aquarium for the whole family, even if your there for just an hour) -Adler Planetarium (didn't get to see it unfortunately, but have heard great things) BUCKINGHAM FOUNTAIN Famous Chicago landmark-not much to say, but a pretty cool sight, with a nice water show on the hour every hour that lasts for 20 minutes) ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO -Very famous paintings -Second biggest art museum in the country (behind the Met in New York City) -MUST SEE VIEWS See famous buildings such as the St. Regis, Willis Tower, etc. HIGHLY RECOMMEND COMING HERE! read more

Grant Park is Chicago's front yard. It's where the city goes to play, relax, enjoy the fresh air, and escape from the concrete jungle. Grant Park is an approximately 313-acre swath of green space that starts at the eastern edge of the Loop and stretches down to the South Side. Not sure if the Museum campus comes under Grant Park or not, but it's only a 10-minute walk from here. At the heart of Grant Park is Buckingham Fountain. One of the largest fountains in the world, in fact, every attraction in Chicago comes under the loop. we were there for 2 days and walked 42 KM in days and covered every attraction Chicago offers. it is a nice green space for a stroll. you can admire superb views of downtown Chicago from here. Grant Park is open to visitors every day from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Admission to the park and Buckingham Fountain is free, Millennium Park also rubs elbows with the northwest corner of Grant Park). read more

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Fun times for the Hot Chocolate Run! I never knew that we had a Lincoln statue. The area was nice and clean for the runners. read more

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Cute park, was a bit confusing. This is known as Chicago's "front yard", because you can see all of the buildings and passerby, and it links up with Millennium Park. The walk to MP is... not easy. We called an Uber. Also, the constant harassment from the vendors is a bit much. No, we do not want to ride in your bike drawn carriage, thank you. read more

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An absolutely stunning park! Millennium Park gets all of the rave, but Grant Park is just as gorgeous. This park is essentially the gateway to some of Chicago's most prominent landmarks. With clean and beautiful walking paths, scenic city views, and extensively green lawn space, Grant Park has so much to offer. This is the perfect place to take a stroll whilst exploring the big city. The walking paths are paved and lined by vibrant trees and colorful flowers. There are path markers that will show you which direction the landmarks are located, so you never feel like you're lost. What's also nice is that there are tons of pretty statues along the way. The Buckingham Fountain is beautiful! I visited during the time when the water was off, but the fountain itself was still nice to admire. The lawn space is expansive and there are so many comfortable spots to enjoy a nice picnic when the weather is warm. There are lots of different events that are held in this park throughout the year and you can often find street vendors and food trucks that are near by if you want to grab a bite to eat. There's a short tunnel that will lead you to Chicago's Museum Campus where many of the city's popular museums are located. I just love the fact that all of this is easily accessible by foot. And while you're enjoying a stroll down these peaceful paths, you'll have the most gorgeous views of city throughout your journey. Such a clean and beautiful park that mustn't be missed while you're in Chicago. read more

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I went for a walk. On this glorious 70 degree evening .... Such an interesting celebration It's a common occurrence to see wishing trees near temples In India. Unlocking the threads of humanity... we are all so similar whatever the race and culture. read more

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Nice big park with lots to see. we were in town during Lollapalooza & this park was basically it's main stage. Plenty of areas to walk around , loved to see the main fountain Al Bundy would be proud to see how nicely it's been kept. Huge park so there will be plenty of walking, during the festival I was surprised how clean it was kept only because there were just so many people, overall nice park to visit. read more

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A lovely park to take a walk. I passed by the Agora art exhibit that had me a bit unnerved. But I suppose art should evoke emotion. If you're near Grant Park, check it out. read more

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I love Grant Park! When I lived in Chicago I would come and hang out here all the time with friends. Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy the scenery. I love the concerts in the summer and the people watching! Definitely wear your walking shoes when exploring Grant park. There is a lot of ground to cover! In the past I have even rented an electric bike to get around. A visit to Grant park is a must when visiting the city. Enjoy the surrounding attractions like the Art Institute, Millenium Park and the Aquarium. The park is home to many summer festivals that are worth checking out like the famous Lollapalooza and The Taste of Chicago. It's also very easy to catch a bus around Grant Park either down Lakeshore Dr. or Michigan Ave. Grant Park is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy a little bit of nature in the Windy City! read more

This park is massive! It's got so many layers to it and seemingly keeps on going. A TON of entrances, feeds right in from Millennium Park, and is nestled right in the middle of Chicago in a way that is just absolutely delightful. My main experience with Grant Park has been during Lollapalooza, so I can't speak to how this park is during other days in the year when it's not Lolla, other than the handful of times I've come here when there's no event set up in this park, the park has been absolutely deserted and very peaceful! It's just massive, has so much to offer as an event space, and has the best and most gorgeous fountain at the heart of the park, Buckingham Fountain! read more

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Grant Park stretches from Millennium Park at the north through Buckingham Fountain in the middle to Field Museum to the south. Throughout that stretch of land contains multiple parks, some areas of beaches, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Adler Planetarium, the Field Museum of Natural History, the Shedd Aquarium, Soldier Field, and more. We started at Buckingham Fountain and went north so we didn't see the whole thing, but it would take some time because it's gigantic. The fountain has a water show on the dot every hour where the water shoots up really high. It seems to be a great place to come back during the night time when it's dark. You can see many different views ranging from skyscrapers on one side to the beautiful waterfront on the other. Come explore here to see beauty and get your steps in. read more

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I was at Grant Park for the first day of Taste of Chicago for 2024, as it underway from today Thur Sunday, as it is now a 3 day festival. And this will be the same park that hosts other festivals in Chicago, and of course where Buckingham Fountain is located, and it is the site to see in the months when the fountain is turned on. All 3 days the hours of Taste of Chicago is 11 am to 9 pm for the hours that it will be open. read more

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Another area that we walk through a lot is Grant Park. Many times, we walk to/from downtown, so we stroll through the green spaces of Grant Park. Proudly referred to as "Chicago's Front Yard," Grant Park totals 312.98 acres. A city centerpiece much like New York's Central Park, Grant Park is home to some of Chicago's most iconic landmarks and attractions. The park includes Museum Campus, the site of world-class museums the Art Institute of Chicago, the Field Museum of Natural History, the Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium. Grant Park's centerpiece is the Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, built in 1927 to provide a monumental focal point while protecting the park's breathtaking lakefront views. Grant Park is also home to baseball diamonds, tennis courts and breathtaking gardens. The park plays host to some the city's largest food and music festivals, including The Taste of Chicago -- a large food and music festival held around the Independence Day holiday -- and The Grant Park Music Festival. Grant Park is also the site of the start and finish lines for the Chicago Marathon and Lollapalooza, a popular outdoor music festival. Named for U.S. President and Civil War General Ulysses S. Grant, Grant Park was developed as one of Chicago's first parks and expanded through land reclamation. It is bordered on the north by Randolph Street, on the south by Roosevelt Road, on the west by Michigan Avenue and on the east by Lake Michigan. Grant Park offers many different attractions in its large open space. The park is generally flat. It is crossed by large boulevards and pedestrian bridges are used to connect Millennium Park and Maggie Daley so that patrons may cross S. Columbus Drive with ease. There are also several parking garages underneath the park, near Michigan Avenue. read more

Grant Park - Grant Park, looking south towards the museums - Parks Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Big park with many of Chicago's most famous attractions close. Grant Park is extremely massive. There's many individual things to see inside the park. Also just outside are lots of museums and attractions. The park makes a great place for big concerts and shows. In the middle is Buckingham Fountain. Such a huge ass fountain with lots of water spurting. This is a fun attraction for children in summer. Just north is the Rose Garden. This features many types of roses. Another feature is the Lurie Garden. This is a maze made of of ivy walls. Maybe it's inspired by Wrigley Field. There's other kinds of flowers here too. Also there's many statues to look at. There's the obvious like Abraham Lincoln, and the more contemporary ones. Concerts are at the Pritzker Pavilion on the north end. It has notable concerts such as Lollapalooza. There's lots of room for thousands. read more

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Beautiful massive park. It is a sight indeed with green grass and beautiful trees everywhere you turn. They have many things to do and see. You can walk from one side to the other and you might not have seen the entire park. read more

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Grant Park may very well be the most well known park in Illinois. Whether you've heard of it because of Buckingham Fountain and the television show Married With Children, watched President Obama's speech here in 2008, walked through the park during a wild music festival, or ate your way through the streets during the Taste of Chicago, this park has made a name for itself. By the way, I can confirm I've done all of the above. It's well kept, has the beautiful Chicago skyline as a backdrop, features cool public art and statues, and more! It's also easy to walk from Grant Park to Cloud Gate, Millennium Park, Maggie Daley Park for ice skating, etc. It's close to hotels, shopping, restaurants and all that jazz too. Definitely a cool space to check out in the Windy City! read more

Chicago has so many gorgeous, historic, and architecturally divine parks throughout the city it's hard to pick just a few to visit. Luckily they're spread not too far and wide, so give yourself a day or two, throw on some quality walking shoes and go explore! Grant Park, above all, in my opinion is a must visit for those who love massive pieces of history that'll make your jaw drop.. casually. I'm talking Buckingham Fountain. Dedicated in 1927 this fountain is one of the largest in the world and being in it's presence silences all head noise, giving you a feeling of appreciation and tranquility. I thought I was just going to stroll up, take a couple pictures and head out but I couldn't get myself to walk away. I sat on one of their many benches and stared at the beauty of the city, water patterns, and appreciation on other viewers' faces. Definitely a must see, and hey, take a picnic, you may want to stay a while too! Note: The fountain does not run during Winter. They say, generally between October - April but I'd check the website for more info. This park also has historic statues, including one of everyone's favorite: Abe Lincoln. There's tons of geese around in the late Summer, other birds and bees, but no massive wildlife that I've seen or heard about. I saw many parking lots around the area but could not tell if you they are ever free. I'd recommend not driving/parking anywhere in the city but that's my personal preference due to lack of patience and love for my car's well being. They have free public bathrooms on site, access to the walking path alongside the lake, and food vendors very close by. I'd love to attend an event here some day as I hear it's quite a legendary experience! read more

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The Chicago parks are fascinating. Each park is designed to fill a need. This park features a rather spectacular fountain but it's role appears to be hosting events. The fountain is definitely worth seeing but the rest of the park is just OK. Listed in Drive Across America: https://www.yelp.com/collection/4_4-FCUBHEQBq43u7DXRig read more

Grant Park - Wow, now that's a fountain. - Parks Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'll grant that Grant Park is a great park. This place is huge. It's a really large park that's like Chicago's front lawn along the lake. All the skyscrapers overlook Grant Park in some manner. From here, you can see all the buildings there are to see across the skyline. I came to a Reggae Festival a few years ago, which was amazing. There's Buckingham Fountain blowing in the background, and a great way to chill out in a hot summer day. There was also a Pokemon convention going on when I went. There's plenty of places to go hang out seeking imaginary creatures. The only real problem I had with this park is the lack of restrooms. Some places just kinda smell like they need more of them. This park's views rivals any of the other canyons or vistas, with this views of downtown here. The park was pretty well lit at night, especially along the walkways and the fountain. I felt safe, as there were a lot of people hanging out when I went! It's a nice place to take in some of that famous Windy City wind! read more

Was here for Lollapalooza and was actually amazed by how well suited it was for a festival. The large roads made for traveling between stages easy, and there were lots of spots under the big trees to just laze around. I feel bad for the grass from all the people, but they're used to it. The cicadas were going nuts from all the noise, so feel kinda bad for them too. Great views of the skyline! read more

An amazing park! That day, Messi was playing at the stadium. When I got off and ran through the park to get there, I dropped my phone. I went back to look for it but couldn't find it, and I was very sad. It was my birthday that night, and my wish was to find my phone the next day. Amazingly, the next day the park staff contacted me, saying my phone had been found. I was very lucky to get my phone back and had a perfect birthday. Thanks to the person who found my phone and the park staff. read more

I took a long bike ride around the other day and it was really enjoyable. This park has the fountain that was featured in the opening credits of Married with Children. At this time of the year, the fountain was empty, but it was still beautiful to see. The park is open and spacious. The people watching is phenomenal. I always feel safe when I visit. another great spot with playground for kid and more. read more

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Known as "Chicago's Front Yard" Grant Park spans from Randolph to Roosevelt and provides a lush green space between the Loop and the Lake. Living on the most southern point by Museum Campus, Grant Park has been a haven for me during our COVID quarantine -- providing a space for me to retreat to from my tiny highrise apartment and get some fresh air. While everything east of Lakeshore drive remains closed, the vast majority of the park is open! I particularly enjoy the large field closest to Lakeshore and south of the fountain. (aka where the Lolla main stage sits) It's the perfect place to have a picnic and throw a frisbee. Grant Park is used for dozens of outdoor activities during the summer, from Lolla to Pokemon Go fest, and I've had the pleasure of attending many. While those won't be happening this year, Grant Park can be used for our own individual pleasure to gather with friends and enjoy the beautiful summer Chicago weather. Looking forward to spending many more summer days here. read more

Urban oasis. Epic park in Chicago. Start down by the museums and work your way up. Enjoy every minute. Seems like every time I've been in Chicago something is going on in the park...food festivals, music festivals, sporting events....the list goes on. Or you can just sit and gawk at the lake or gape at the stunning skyline view. Buckingham Fountain is beyond gorgeous, especially at night. Chicago should be very proud of this lakefront gem. I can't give it five stars because my own beloved Prospect and Central Parks get that, but this is a great place. God Bless Montgomery Ward and others who fought to keep open space in Chicago. read more

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It might sound silly, but I would consider moving here during the summer months just to be around this entire park. They have so much going on in Grant Park, this place is huge and turns out to be a fantastic place for a run late at night. Friday night I decided to go for a nice run around the perimeter of some the park and loved it. Grant Park is very well maintained, the grass looks outstanding by the Museum Campus area and the other areas that I was in. The new Skate Park looks awesome, for a while I watched a bunch of bmxer's and skaters jump the ramps and poles. The kid's thought it was super cool. Those who live near Grant Park may have no idea how lucky they are. This park is 319 acres in size and was named after Ulysses S. Grant. Funny thing is we also have a Grant Park in Atlanta, but it is named after Lemuel P. Grant who was a successful and is a total size of 131 acres. If you are looking for a great place to hang out, definitely checkout Grant Park here in Chicago. [Review #313] (Seventieth Third Review of 2015) read more

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I run the chicago marathon 2019 I get there late I live in chicago for over 20 years I enjoy the crew the ppl The volunteers The vibes Thanks chicago read more

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It's very pretty with a great location. It's well within walking distance of the loop and museum campus and Soldier Field. There's a lot of events held here, and of course it's the home to Buckingham Fountain. It's nice to walk through if you need some fresh air or to catch some Pokemon. It's also worth seeing the fountain if you're not a local. It's something very Chicago-y that is free. read more

Grant Park is amazing! It's got such a great view of downtown Chicago and plenty that you can walk around and do. I had the (dis)pleasure of visiting here for Pokemon Go Fest 2017 and I've said enough about that on Reddit, my personal Facebook page and Twitter to fill up several reviews, so I will leave that experience there. If Louisville had someone as grand a Grant Park I would fully be a Pagan because you can spend all kinds of time in nature and still get to marvel in what mankind has built up around it. It's a gorgeous park and there is a huge field that you could break out a frisbee and play Ultimate Frisbee on, and then there's little secluded areas where you could relax and have yourself a little picnic with a cute little picinic basket (Yogi Bear voice) as well. If neither of those are your thing, then you could easily take a stroll through it and get some calorie burns in while enjoying what you have around you. When I come back to Chicago, I plan to come back to Grant Park to learn some more about it, take it all in and enjoy the scenery instead of getting mad at my phone because of network and server issues for an event, I can't wait to experience it for itself. Get your buns here to relax because I swear if I worked in downtown Chicago, I'd be here everyday with a latte and a sandwich just taking it in. This place is so great! read more

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I'm in LOVE!! Grant Park is a sight to be seen. It's is massive in size and and fuLL of LiveLy hustLe & bustLe. Fun for aLL Land and sea Lovers [in this case: Lake-Lovers]. There is no shortage of bicycList, joggers, and park goers in generaL. GP is a true tourist destination and for good reason.... The up-keeping and Landscaping of Grant Park is phenomenaL. [Chicago, your efforts are not overLooked!!] There is an abundance of shade to take a Quick break and a number of things for you to take breathtaking photos of. Chicagoans are so very Lucky to have such a beautifuL park to enjoy day in and out. Great caLL on the preservation of this beautifuL piece of Land for aLL to take advantage of. read more

Sprawling greenery set aside to remain natural and beautiful for Chicagoans to enjoy. The lake and natural beauty here are the stars and are great to appreciate against the hustle and bustle of the city and its structures. This is a great place to take a moment to relax or go for a nice run. read more

Nice park in the middle of the city. huge and has the famous Buckingham fountain across from lake Michigan. recently we stayed at the dog friendly hilton across from Grant park. ideal having such a nice park to walk out pug. I didnt see the sculpure of the headless people this time.. dont know what that sculpture is named but I hope it's still there. love having parks and gardens to enjoy. read more

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This is a spacious park located within the heart of downtown Chicago. It is beautiful. I came here for Lollapalooza 2010. This is an awesome park which I could easily see myself running in, relaxing, or playing Frisbee. Whatever the case, Chicago is lucky to have such a great public area that is well kept and beautiful. Kudos to the Parkway Foundation. read more

Grant Park - A view from inside Grant Park during Lollapalooza - Parks Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Grant Park has the Buckingham Palace in the center as its focal point and a park that is used for the famous Lollapalooza. Every year, there's a 3-day music festival of musicians and groups from a vast variety of genres that come together to listen your heart out. Also, most races and marathons begin at Grant Park for check-ins and registrations as its starting/finishing point. Grant Park is kept clean and you can also come here to relax, grab a bench to read a book, or to just get a moment of peace in the middle of the city. +site of Lollapalooza read more

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Grant Park is Chicago's equivalent of Central Park in NYC. It's large, mostly flat, and is beautifully landscaped. But I think the art installations at the neighboring Millennium Park are way cooler, since the only art I really remember is the Buckingham Fountain. You can find some boat tour guides here though. And there's a huge food festival that takes place here in the summer, as well as the music festival, Lollapalooza. The level ground makes it great for biking, and the views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline are nice. There are a number of museums here too, including the Adler Planetarium, the museum of natural history, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Shedd Aquarium (skip Adler). Probably makes for a fun day even without the food or music festival. read more

We had such an amazing time here! This park is ginormous so it's no surprise they hosted the Pokemon Go Festival this year (and for a few years in the past). There are a few food places in the park, a giant fountain, and some public bathrooms (that were unfortunately closed for the event). I'm sure there was more but I was a little distracted by the Pokemon stuff so I probably missed other things they had. It was a lot of fun walking across the park. The fountain was really impressive! It shoots so high up into the air! I really liked the ice cream vendors, too. I'd be thrilled if they hosted the event again next year. read more