Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Grant Park, Chicago

Nelson V. G. • September 24, 2018Great, beautiful, open space. The Bean looks like an awesome space ship, great place to admire the city skyline and plenty of restaurants and bars around it to enjoy. It is a must see!

Fatima A. • July 24, 2016Walking, biking, chilling.. all good! :)

alexis a. • March 19, 2018It is very big! It has a skate park, and has a beautiful nature feel view as you continue to walk through it.

Todd K. • December 4, 2019Most impressive playground ever! So many nooks and crannies to give you a world of energy expending fun for the kids.

M A. • May 20, 2015Don't miss the Fountain, if you are in Chicago !!! Beautiful, Romantic and Relaxing fountain. The sound of water and music is worth going. Highly Recommended 👍 👍 👍

SexyPapi 4. • July 3, 2014Fun place for the family and specially for the children. Playing in the water and having fun with all nationality of Children! Luv it!

www.ERandolph.com K. • October 31, 2011Lots of different Festivals all summer (and Spring and Fall) and when it's not busy good place to hang out and see flocks of different birds!

Duncan P. • September 2, 2014Nice place to cool off on a hot day. Come early for some photos before the crowds

Thomas E. • February 23, 2012Always very clean. I love it. :-)

Shannon R. • October 12, 2013Beautiful place to eat lunch and enjoy the outside!

Jon S. • July 6, 2015An interesting display of art. Kids loved it for hide and seek. Great place to take unique pictures. Walking distance from downtown and near the museum district.

AFAR Media • August 4, 2014The rounded steel surface of “The Bean” provides distorted reflections of the city and offers some creative photo opportunities of the skyline. It’s a must see on any trip to Chicago.

Stacey E. • October 16, 2021Always wanted to stay here with the hotels haunted past. Old building that is absolutely beautiful. Comfortable beds. Very clean. Loved the decor.

Ramel W. • April 2, 2017Always a great day for running.

Beth W. • October 3, 2011Ask about the free tour.

Raed M. • April 30, 2018Share a peaceful daytime retreat with Abe under the shade.

Keith K. • September 2, 2012The Millennium Monument is a nearly full-sized replica of the semicircle of paired Greek Doric-style columns (called a peristyle) that originally sat in this area of Grant Park, between 1917 and 1953.

jiresell • August 1, 2017Nice place to sit and have a cup of coffee. Shady!

Christopher M. • September 17, 2015Located on the north side of the Art Institute, this public space is a gem. Canopied by beautiful trees and amidst some incredible sculptures, this garden is the perfect getaway from the chaotic city.

Explore Chicago • August 17, 2011Two granite blocks mark the former spot of the Illinois Central Depot, or the Black Ellis Island, where 1000s of southern African Americans arrived to start new lives in Chicago - the Promised Land.

Roosevelt Collection • February 23, 2012Lots of extra tennis balls floating around in case you forget to bring one for your pooch. They also have pools and fountains set up in the summer months!

Vincent J. • August 12, 2011The AI now has a sandwich vendor with extra tables and chairs here.

RicoSuave • August 10, 2011Named after a visit by Queen Elizabeth II in 1959, Queen's Landing is a popular Chicago destination for both tourists and locals.

David W. • July 30, 2019Great stage, great environment. Been to some great events here.

Ku M. • January 15, 2013Great race to start the new year!!