Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Chicago

Enrico S. • September 6, 2015Wonderful walk along the river. Bikes available for rent. Nice bars for refreshing.

Percy H. • July 13, 2019Absolutely fantastic! You can spend the day there because there is so much to do and see.

Kira S. • July 21, 2015Playa restaurant is cool. Got the smoked turkey. It was so good! They had a cool little band performing.Our waiter Steven was awesome!

Anne B. • January 5, 2015What a beautiful spot! Definitely a Chicago gem.

Ebony C. • July 28, 2015We love the swings, the forest, the ship, the slide crater and the mini golf, and in the winter ice ribbon is cool too!

Paula F. • July 28, 2015It's a very good park to walk with no rush. Enjoy yourself amd choose wicho direction you want to take.

Kimberly W. • July 29, 2015One of my favorite spots in Chicago. I take a lot of walks through this boardwalk. It's a good place to collect my thoughts, meditate, check out amazing views of Chicago, and soak up the sun.

Maia F. • September 6, 2016Beautiful place for a picnic or bird feeding. Small playground for children and also a stop on the water taxi tour

Jasmine L. • August 18, 2013LOTS of families here! GREAT place for a family outing!

Ninah R. • March 30, 2017Really nice trail for walking/running, biking. Pretty busy when the weather is nicer. Also goes by a number of nice parks and beaches

Terrass M. • July 8, 2015I love this park. Trails, beach, zoo, and great food close by

Kaitlin • May 4, 2018I can’t resist a rails to trails project, and this is a great one! Cool neighborhood, cool art, and a well-maintained track. If you like urban trails, check this out!

Shannon H. • October 10, 2015Great park to bring your dogs and let them socialize. We love to bring our two dogs, a blanket and a ball to just relax on the grass. People are very friendly.

Jake S. • September 4, 2012Great space to enjoy the floral side of nature. Stop by after a zoo visit to show the plants some love too!

The Dekadent D. • November 10, 2011Good spot to run/walk/bike. lots of dogs & frisbee playing on the great lawn. Perfect for a summer/autumn picnic. Several fire pits available. The field house is cozy for an intimate wedding too.

Mr. Ibeabuchi • March 31, 2024One of the best skylines in the world, especially on a nice sunny day.

Molly E. • August 3, 2015Nice option for running or walking if you don't live near the lake.

Angie O. • April 20, 2012Check out Friendship on the Lake, its has an interesting menu ranging from American to sushi & I would recommend their sushi over anything else on the menu

Chirag P. • July 28, 2011the boulevard is a good place to have a little BBQ or picnic. street lamps will keep it lit a little bit

Rick E F. • March 24, 2017Biking, views, hiking, skating, urban nature

Mark W. • September 4, 2014Clean beach with an unreal view of the city skyline. Loved it!

Andrew W. • August 22, 2014Beautiful prairie flowers. Hidden paths. Great family park.

Martin S. • July 23, 2021Great place for a picnic, walk, or run!

Kate H. • March 14, 2012Beautiful nature park with breathtaking views of the city. The path is about a mile long, if you take the southernmost portion.

Rachel S. • June 11, 2012love it. soft sand. good people.

Lina G. • October 15, 2012It's not just for summer. Take a long walk there during the winter months. Amazing sites! Dress super warm!

Leslie A. • August 13, 2011Great beach for little kids. The water is really calm compared to the downtown beaches.

Vicky M. • September 3, 2019Quite lovely a must see when visiting.

Jonathan F. • July 13, 2015An absolutely gorgeous park surrounded by a palisade of skyscrapers. There is a dog park, a children's (12 & under only) splash park, a number of fountains, and lovely green grass.

Vanessa P. • September 20, 2013Great family park for both small and big kids. Great for moviesbin the park!!