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Grant Park

500 South Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60604
312 742 7529
Ranked #49 of 308 attractions in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Type: Parks
Activities: Arts and crafts, City walk sightseeing
Owner description: Dedicated in 1844, this park covers 319 acres along Lake Michigan and is home to the Shedd Aquarium, the Adler Planetarium, the Field Museum and the...... more » Owner description: Dedicated in 1844, this park covers 319 acres along Lake Michigan and is home to the Shedd Aquarium, the Adler Planetarium, the Field Museum and the Art Institute. « less
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Fred S
chicago
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25 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012 NEW

unsafe. pretty trees and rabbits and squirrels and nice view of lake, but not safe, especially at night More

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maxigran
St Austell, Cornwall
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18 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012 NEW

Great open space in fabulous location, interesting features and well cared for. More

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maggie g
Chicago, Illinois
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2012

The green spaces are what makes Chicago unique and Grant Park has everything. The little skating rink on the north end is great because most people go to the Millennium Park rink so its never crowded. People overlook the formal gardens but they really are nice. More

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maldenmusic
Malden, Missouri
Senior Contributor
41 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2012

Grant Park is one place we always visit in Chicago. It is right between Michigan Avenue and Lake Shore Drive with a view of Lake Michigan. The beautiful Buckingham Fountain is located there as well. The park is free. There are walking paths, picnic tables, benches and large green areas. In June the world class Chicago Blues Festival is held... More

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storkonwheels
Chicago
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46 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2012

Lots to see in Grant Park - Buckingham Fountain, flower gardens, the lake, many festivals and events throughout the summer. Next door is Millenium Park. More

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Stephanie Y
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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3 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2012

I drove by this sculpture about a dozen times. You have to really walk around the "legs" to appreciate. Love it! More

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Moony12
Tinley Park, Illinois
Senior Contributor
44 reviews
19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2012

We have many festivals in grant park, again right next to the lake. These legs are kreepy to me, but Art is in the eye of the beholder. More

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spaghetti2
chicago,il
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19 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2012

a walk or bike ride through the huge park and museum campus is a must for any visitor. If you rent a bike along the waterfront, you can cover a lot of ground from Millenium Park, Cloudgate,Buckingham fountain, Grant Park all the way to Soldier's Field. Lots of public sculptures, a few restaurants with fast food, places to stop and... More

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Shauna K
Aurora, Illinois, United States
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13 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2011

I've attended Lollapalooza at Grant Park for the last 3 years, and it is always a blast! The park itself is beautiful (although by the end of Lollapalooza weekend that statement may not necessarily be true), and Buckingham Fountain is always a hit. But really, you can't beat the amazing Chicago Skyline backdrop to one of the best music festivals... More

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LifeJourney222
Bloomington, Illinois
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37 reviews
85 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 3, 2011
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We go every year. Grant Park is a perfect venue for the three day concert. The entire area of Chicago is fantastic. More

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