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Millennium Park

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Millennium Park

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Ranked #2 for live music in Chicago
The experts at Travel + Leisure and Time Out Chicago recommend this place
"Cloud Gate and Crown Fountain are the best for me."(36 Tips)
"Great free concerts and shows during the summer."(13 Tips)
"LOVE IT! the bean, pritzker outdoor auditorium, etc."(13 Tips)
"Awesome skating!!!!"(14 Tips)

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Jackie MannAugust 21, 2015
The free events here in the summer are awesome, although trying to enjoy the park otherwise can be hard during tourist season. The beat time is fall or spring early in the morning- no one's there!
Upvoted Nov 11
Shawn CalhounJune 26, 2017
An absolutely world class park in one of the best cities I've ever visited. Try to catch a summer concert at the amphitheater.
JasonJune 22, 2015
Free concerts in the park. Lots of green space and art. I was really impressed with all this park had to offer and it was all free. I love Chicago.
Thamer AMay 4, 2018
One of the coolest places I have ever visited in Chicago. It’s perfect for families to enjoy the good weather. Strongly recommend.
Noel RodriguezJuly 27, 2017
Been here 10+ times
An amazing place to catch a free concert during the summer, awesome views of Chicago's skyline, and just be one with Chicago's residents.
Shania GJuly 8, 2018
If you do not visit Chicago frequently, definitely a place to check out. There's always something to check out in Chicago though, even just walking down the streets can be a nice day in the city.
Nelson V. GuevaraSeptember 24, 2018
Great, 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!
John BroccardoFebruary 7, 2015
Great walking paths, and scenic views. Also you can enter the art museum from here through the modern wing entrance, which always has a considerably shorter wait. Must see tourist spot.
Kevin M. McNally, CMPFebruary 5, 2019
Located in the Loop, "the Bean" is a must. Especially when you see your reflection and the reflection of others. Great park including gardens, fountain, ice skating rink & outdoor concert area.
Alex BurnhamJune 24, 2015
It's Millennium Park. Everything is good here. Also, the amount of security on sight is wonderful to see!
Jeff CarterAugust 13, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Cloudgate is really cool (The Bean). The concerts and movies are great. It's a beautiful venue. But the best part of the whole park might be the garden.
CannnnnAugust 29, 2015
Excellent park in the heart of the city. Very kid friendly. Saw many children playing in the unique fountains. The "Bean" sculpture is located here and is a great selfie opportunity.
Melody LeggeJanuary 2, 2016
Always fun to take out of towners here so they can see the attractions. Can get great shots with the Bean.
Jenny KDecember 28, 2014
Head towards the lakefront to discover a huge (and seemingly new) set of playgrounds. Kids will love the slides and climbing equipment.
Luke CardyJuly 1, 2017
The Cloudgate is a must if you're in Chicago. It gets super busy around that area so if you're hoping to get a photo with no tourists in it, try going early in the morning.
Justin OrdovezaNovember 10, 2014
Filled with tourists. It's a great opportunity to take pictures and people watch. The park provides a spectacular view of the city.
Kay BurnettSeptember 1, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Great venue surrounded by trees, a little grass, a little concrete, picnic tables & chairs...and of course great music.
DHR.comSeptember 12, 2011
A public park for the whole family, and definitely a Chicago must-visit! Highlights are the Crown Fountain, a public art and video sculpture; and the stainless steel Cloud Gate. Admission is free!
Melanie CarrApril 13, 2013
Millennium Park is probably one of my favorite places to go in Chicago. Gorgeous walking trails, fantastic sculptors, and generally a great way to meet creative people. It's awesome!
Aaron CruzApril 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Popular park with art everywhere, an outdoor skating rink in the winter, an amphitheater and the peace of art that everyone gravitates towards, the "Bean". It will draw you in to check out.
Brett W.October 10, 2013
Consisting of 24.5 acres, the park was built above rail yards. It is home to the Cloud Gate sculpture (known as “the bean”) by Anish Kapoor and the Jay Pritzker Music Pavilion designed by Frank Gehry.
Samantha HillDecember 26, 2016
Great ice skating in the winter and cool off to in Crown Fountain in the summer. It's fun to visit Cloud Gate (affectionately known as 'the Bean') all year round!
Rachel StarksMay 25, 2015
This is an essential part of Chicago as a city, just as the Arch is to St. Louis. Make sure to take a million pictures because at every angle the city looks different.
Joanne GApril 25, 2019
Been here 50+ times
Of course you’re going to Cloud Gate aka The Bean but don’t miss walking through Lurie Garden. It’s a beautiful oasis, not far from The Bean, the shows why Chicago’s motto is City In a Garden.
The Vision CouncilJuly 1, 2014
As a hub for family activities & cultural programs, this is a cool place to visit! Just remember your shades - UV strength peaks at solar noon, but b/w 10am-2pm, sunglasses are especially essential.
Abdulrahman Almunayes 🇰🇼November 5, 2019
Amazing & big public garden, welcoming design, great for morning walks. One of the well known attractions in Chicago, must see.
Mike GulleyNovember 2, 2013
If you need some power after lots of pictures of the bean, you can find plugs on the posts around the lawn.
Jessy KingApril 14, 2015
worth the stop if you are in the area. so much to see and do. research parking or come on foot--the garage is a hefty sum. we paid $25 for less than 20 minutes.
WorldbizSeptember 17, 2017
Nice park area with the Cloud Gate (Bean) & Fountain. Free concert in summer
Kira SimpsonJuly 21, 2015
Playa restaurant is cool. Got the smoked turkey. It was so good! They had a cool little band performing.Our waiter Steven was awesome!
Cass GrimmDecember 30, 2016
Cool park with plenty of outdoor space to walk around. Really crowded skating rink!!! Bring your own skates to skip the line.
Edward MansonApril 17, 2019
A great place to chillout and take it all in. No matter what anybody says this is the heart of the city.
Jeffrey ZeldmanSeptember 8, 2012
Part of 319-acre Grant Park, Chicago's Millennium Park features brilliant yet also accessible (and even family-friendly) public art. Highlights include Cloud Gate, Crown Fountain, Pritzker Pavillion.
EmmaJune 4, 2017
The Bean is a tourist must see! If you go, go early in the morning. When I went NO ONE was there! Also, there is Yoga on some Saturday mornings at the amphitheater!
Vishal DoshiDecember 16, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Buy your own skates, if you want to skate a lot! As rentals are for $10. If you have your own pair, you can skate for free!
SamaOctober 26, 2018
It's better to visit during the day. But even in night light you can have funny pictuer with the bean
Jeff JenkinsDecember 24, 2014
Keep going back past the bean and you'll find an awesome park with a bridge and slides
Ruben Cisneros PerezSeptember 19, 2011
Take the time to walk it all, there's more than just the fountains and sculptures. I walked all the way down to the Aquarium, by the Michigan Lake Shore and up to the Pier place! enjoy 24.5 acres!
Damiso ArringtonOctober 1, 2017
The people were professional photo bombers... and I was totally okay with that!!! Fun times!!!
Brian IbarraMarch 12, 2016
A massive park with the bean and ice rink and auditorium that stretches over a mile to explore
JuliusMarch 13, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Such an amazing park. Parking underground is worth it if you are going to walk around Chicago. Leave your car and walk/take other transportation. of course visit THE BEAN!
Travel + LeisureMay 29, 2012
Don’t miss The Gage, a popular gastropub just steps away from the park, for hearty menu items such as caramelized lobster and dry-aged Manhattan steak. Read more
Cass GrimmFebruary 27, 2017
In the summer there are outdoor concerts and hot dogs! In the winter, ice skating and Christmas trees. Fun!
Michelin Travel & LifestyleMarch 3, 2013
Local desk jockeys and day-trippers alike love this 24.5 acre-park filled with architecture, gardens, fountains, and sculptures galore. – Green Guide Editor
Time Out ChicagoMay 23, 2012
This city-sponsored venue hosts world-music and jazz shows in a beautifully designed bandshell in Millennium Park. The city curates indie gigs in the summer in its killer Downtown Sound series.-ASK Read more
Aprile ElcichJune 18, 2015
This park, whoa. I wish all cities had something as amazing as this. The bean is busy, the gardens at the back are really lovely.
NikkiAugust 12, 2017
fantastic interactive public art mixed with Gehry structures for a great outdoor event atmosphere at the city center
Brian EssexSeptember 30, 2014
I gave my brother "bean" cuff links to wear on his wedding. They were made by the same artist as this sculpture. It's pretty nice having a monumental reminder of a special day!
Maike PlotnikApril 17, 2016
The fountains do sometimes spill water but don't ask anyone when .. I don't think there's a system behind it ;) just grab yourself a coffee or so and chill there ! :)
Staff PicksJanuary 7, 2016
Winter is finally here and what better way to celebrate the cold by going for a spin on Chicago's most popular ice skating rink in Millenium Park! The views on the city's skyline are gorgeous!

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