I had no idea that Millennium Park offered so much to the public! The week I visited, they were…read morehosting a house music festival in the park. We walked through security to enter, which was a pretty easy process and I appreciated the additional safety. They had so many different areas hosting different parts of the festival. I was impressed by the amphitheater and seating here. I visited to see the bean, but the park as a whole was really cool! While there's a lot of people, it doesn't necessarily feel crowded because it's so vast and spacious. This is a tourist spot definitely worth visiting.

Once in a Millennium…read more.. I still can't believe that I made it here...absolutely feeling like a tourist (which I was) but as we were crossing the street I could already see a glimmer of the Cloud Gate shine and just couldn't believe how massive it really was. Not only it was massive so was the park as there were many features with a restaurant water feature and even various art scattered all around it's not just the Bean that many come here for but to just take in the beauty that sits right in the middle of a massive city giving you some bit of nature and fun all in one area. I'd return here in a heartbeat as I don't think that I'd see it's full glory but am so grateful to have a moment to take it all in as we just have moments to enjoy each and every day and this one was just as special to share with friends that enjoyed it all as well. Thank you!

This park is incredible. The landscaping is stunning and sets it a part. The playground is super…read morenice and has lots of shade but it can get VERY busy at certain times of the day. It also has a water feature that kids can splash in on hot days. Just FYI fur babies seem to out number kids in this area. I've seen dogs in tutu skirts, dogs being carried in a baby carrier, and dogs in wagons. They are always on leashes and people seem to do a pretty good job of picking up after them. My only complaint is that it isn't bigger. Also for some reason the fountain installations on the southeast corner don't have any water in them which is a little bit of an eyesore. It also is super easy to access the lakefront and river walk from this park! Definitely check it out if you are in the area.

Very cute park and perfect for dogs to run and around and play. I loved all the tulips and the big…read moreopen grass field. There's also a fenced in dog park where my boyfriend sat for an hour watching the dogs run around. It's right near restaurants and a grocery store, which is convenient. If we were locals this would be the spot to go to!

Amazing!!!! Wow! I love ice skating and this was my first time on a ribbon and now I'm ruined for…read morelife and can never return to a tiny circular holiday rink again. This is way better! So freeing! So much more room and it's a fun course. I think the course is almost a half mile long. Beautiful downtown views and it's such a nice course in Maggie Daley Park. Friendly and helpful staff. Lockers available to rent. Refreshments available outside. I have my own skates so it's free if I skate during the first session, and only $5 any other time. I came here last week on my birthday and it was the perfect start to my special day. It brought me so much joy and I can't wait to return.

We went during Christmas break. You need to book your visit beforehand. When I book the only time…read moreavailable was from 8-10am. If you bring your own skate it's free. I like this place has railing all around and it is not the traditional round more like a trail. Feel quite iconic to skate here during our Chicago visit. I had been thinking about this since I cam in the summer.

Cool not as crowded of a park just south of Soldier Field. It may be listed as a skate park, but…read moreit's more. Burnham Park is plenty enough big for other activities. Fun in winter because of the hill. There's lots of places for doing tricks skateboarding and whatever. Because it's a ways from most things it can take longer getting to of course. It's located by the marina on Special Olympics Drive. This is also to the south of another park: the Gold Star Family Memorial Park. Located on the east side of the road, and it's kind of hidden. The most popular thing here is the sledding hill, open in winter. It's high up getting to the top, but it's still a gentle slope for a hill. There's also rails and stairs useful for turning skateboarding tricks when there's no snow. Fun place for outdoor activities. It's good for cold or hot weather. There's something here to get either skateboarding or snowboarding action any time of the year.

This skate park isn't really crowded often. Parking is free further down but if you wanna park…read morecloser you have to pay.

Field of green…read more.. After a wonderful morning visiting Shedd Aquarium it was nice to continue to enjoy the stunning view of the lake though getting back into town we stroll through Grant Park filled with joggers and folks taking a stroll I can see why as it's just so nice and clean with benches to take breaks or to just take in the views is nice. Although we just passed through this massive park it was nice to enjoy a bit of nature with a huge city as it did give much of a calmer and peaceful vibe just steps from the hustle is an oasis worth visiting if you're ever in Chicago. Thank you!

I loved visiting this park! I've been here many times, but my most recent visit was for Pokémon Go…read moreFest, and it was the perfect location for an event like this. This is a beautiful, long park with a huge beautiful fountain at the center. It's easy to see why so many people choose this spot for wedding or graduation photos, or just come here to stroll, relax, and enjoy the weather. During the event, there were lots of vendors set up around the outside of the park. We grabbed ice cream and food, and it was really convenient to come back afterward and continue enjoying the space. My only critique is that one area toward the back of the park had a very strong sewage smell, and the ground was wet and mushy. I'm not sure what that area is typically used for, but it definitely seemed like it could use some better upkeep. Overall though, this is a lovely park with a great atmosphere, and I'd definitely recommend stopping by for a walk, photos, or a special event.

Beautiful park in the heart of Chicago within walking distance to nearby popular attractions such…read moreas Millennium Park that has The Bean and Buckingham Fountain and the famous Riverwalk area. Family friendly park that's away from the hustling and bustling pace that's tree lined and quiet to relax and enjoy a nice day out. Plenty of activities to do for all ages with a skate and bike park, mini golf, and well shaded kids playground. The fun doesn't end and your peace of mind expands. The park is clean, tranquil, fun and beautiful!

All children are welcome to this playground upon playground upon playground. Great tree coverage,…read moreso that you can stay cool in the summer, but also get shade from the sun. Great spot for families or for a walk. You are also very close to so many different things, so Maggie Daley is definitely a spot to hit up if you are in Downtown Chicago.

My puppy and I had our first visit here today, and it was completely empty! Since she's still only…read more3 pounds, that was fine by me and we got a chance to have her run freely around the area. She loved it. There is a huge bin and a hose, and even a water bowl for her to drink out of. When we were leaving, another couple came in with their much larger dog and he just ran STRAIGHT for that bin full of water and looked so happy just chilling there. Great find :). Thanks, Yelp community!

Came here on a Saturday morning and there was a variety of big and lil dogs playing around. There…read moreare 2 double gated entrances on either side of park. It is cement and dirt. A few benches and picnic tables present for seating but some owners allow their dogs to jump up on them. I didn't see any available poop bags but there are trash cans. It's a decent park, a little walk from Michigan ave and any close parking.

Not very big in sq ft, so come prepared to share with several other patrons, but the staff is nice…read moreand the COVID procedure of contactless appointment reservation times was appreciated to limit the number of people on the rink at once. There's safety personnel on the ice to make sure you don't break your fall too badly, in case you need it! A very jovial bunch. They advise the reserved appointment of 1:30hr is usually cut down to :30 by the time the average by the time folks get tired of trying their luck. Skate rental's included in the price of purchase. Fun to do for a date, for kids, or just to try out on your own!

I can't ice skate anymore since I have a bad ankle, but I love that Chicago has this free outdoor…read moreice rink every winter. Not sure why no one was being allowed to skate for quite a while when we visited, but there were lots of people waiting around to skate. I know people have a lotta fun here skating.

I love Chicago. I also love finding new things to see and do. Heard about this trail and took…read moreadvantage of this beautiful day. This flat paved trail was a safe easy walk. Lots of flowers and trees in the midst of the city. Its about 2.5 miles 1 way or 5 round trip. Whether you are walking, biking, or pushing the kiddos in a stroller. Very nice walk.

The 606 is such a fun concept. My daughter and I visited last week and had a fun walk…read more I was a bit worried about visiting with a four year old but we made it fun. The trail is clean and pretty. We only would have asked for a bathroom or two available on the trail. I saw a local race advertised and would love to participate if we were local, but alas we are not. This is a great trail for runners or bikers too. I would frequent this trail if I were a resident. The 606 is worth a visit but to best get enjoyment from your time, it's best to be a walker, runner, or bike it.

Best arena I've ever skates in, and I grew up in Canada. I absolutely love this place. Stick&puck…read moreare filled with decent knowledgeable people. Picnic skate is so often empty, or next to. You can watch the Blackhawks practice here, for free! It is amazing. I feel lucky to live close to a place as awesome as this.

We've been here a few times now, with my son's travel hockey club. The facilities are great, the…read moreseating and walkways are ample, and the sound from the audio in between face-offs is energizing. I haven't skated on the surface, but my son says it's well maintained and much better than his home rink. The bar and food offerings are decent and the bathrooms and locker rooms are clean. The only reason for the 4 stars is that the adjacent parking lot is hit or miss, depending on what events are concurrently happening at the arena. One of the games happened to be on Blackhawk's Season Ticket holder appreciation night, so it was a challenge to find parking. Also, I appreciate it when security is consistent. Our last time there, there was no one at the door so everyone was walking around the metal detector. The staff in general has been helpful, but one other warning... the vending machines overcharge you (I think it's a $6 hold) for each transaction and it doesn't get released for a few days, but it's not very clear on the vending machine itself. We thought we got charged $12 for two bags of chips. We did get credited properly a few days later, however the arena manager was rude and unsympathetic to the situation, responding, "That's just how it is. We don't own those machines." We'll be back.