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City ParkPhoto of Marquette Park — City Park

Marquette Park

This 315-acre park on a lagoon offers fishing, sports facilities, gyms, gardens, a woodshop & more.

Chicago, IL|4
Nature PreservePhoto of Schiller Woods — Nature Preservevia Google Maps

Schiller Woods

Fishing for bass & catfish, plus walking trails, picnic areas & roaming deer in protected woodland.

Chicago, IL|5
ParkPhoto of Ping Tom Memorial Park — Park

Ping Tom Memorial Park

Chinatown park on the Chicago River with Chinese-style landscaping, a playground & kayak rentals.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Calumet Park — City Park

Calumet Park

Jumbo, nearly 200-acre park featuring gymnasiums, a beach, sports fields & picnic areas.

Chicago, IL|4
City ParkPhoto of Maggie Daley Park — City Park

Maggie Daley Park

Popular recreational area with winter ice skating, a climbing wall & playground equipment.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Polk Bros Park — City Park

Polk Bros Park

This smaller park at the entrance to Navy Pier features a big fountain, promenade & rolling lawn.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Northerly Island Park — City Park

Northerly Island Park

91-acre peninsula with skyline views, hiking, fishing & playing plus a fieldhouse & live music acts.

Chicago, IL|5
Hiking AreaPhoto of The 606 — Hiking Area

The 606

Created on a former rail line, this elevated, 2.7 mile landscaped trail draws runners & bikers.

Chicago, IL|5
Botanical GardenPhoto of Lincoln Park Conservatory — Botanical Garden

Lincoln Park Conservatory

Thousands of exotic plants in an 1890 glass structure, plus outdoor gardens & fountains.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Burnham (Daniel) Park — City Park

Burnham (Daniel) Park

Sprawling green space with landscaping, tennis courts, a bike path & many sports fields.

Chicago, IL|5
ParkPhoto of Millennium Park — Park

Millennium Park

24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Jackson Park — City Park

Jackson Park

540-plus-acre city park featuring a beach, gardens & indoor/outdoor fitness facilities.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Washington Park — City Parkvia Google Maps

Washington Park

366-acre park with 3 playgrounds, a community pool, a fitness center, sports courts & a lagoon.

Chicago, IL|5
Nature PreservePhoto of LaBagh Woods — Nature Preservevia Google Maps

LaBagh Woods

This wooded area is a popular spot for nature observation & offers trails & picnic areas.

Chicago, IL|5
Nature preservePhoto of Dan Ryan Woods — Nature preserve

Dan Ryan Woods

A 257-acre forest preserve with play fields, a popular sledding hill & a paved multi-use trail.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Burnham Park Promontory Point — City Park

Burnham Park Promontory Point

Part of Burnham Park, this scenic man-made peninsula & picnic spot juts into Lake Michigan.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Grant Park — City Park

Grant Park

312-acre centerpiece of Downtown housing some of the city's busiest attractions.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Oz Park — City Park

Oz Park

Oz-themed playground/park with statues of the Tin Man, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion & Dorothy.

Chicago, IL|5
Botanical GardenPhoto of Garfield Park Conservatory — Botanical Gardenvia Google Maps

Garfield Park Conservatory

184-acre park with a swimming pool, fishing lagoon, athletic fields & tennis courts.

Chicago, IL|5
City ParkPhoto of Lincoln Park — City Park

Lincoln Park

Expansive outdoor urban refuge containing its own zoo, conservatory, theater, museums & playgrounds.

Chicago, IL|5

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