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Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Chicago

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    • 9.4
      Trail
      2001 N Clark St (btwn W Fullerton Pkwy & LaSalle Dr), Chicago
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      • Noah A.

        Noah A. • October 17, 2015Beautiful place to walk in the city!

    • 9.3
      Park
      N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Glenlake Ave & Grand Ave), Chicago
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      • Lina G.

        Lina G. • October 15, 2012Long winding paths offer lots of choices for fresh air walks!

    • 9.3
      Garden
      2391 N Stockton Dr (at Fullerton Pkwy), Chicago
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      • Cheapism

        Cheapism • September 1, 2011Enjoy a peaceful afternoon among greenhouses and tropical flowers Free entry to 4 different houses, children and anyone who enjoys being surrounded by natural beauty will enjoy this spot.

    • 9.2
      Waterfront
      N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago
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      • Missy M.

        Missy M. • September 21, 2018The improvements in the bike path have made a world of difference.

    • 9.2
      Beach
      1230 W Greenleaf Ave, Chicago
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      • Jasmine L.

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

    • 9.2
      Beach
      5200 N. Lake Shore Drive (at W Foster Ave), Chicago
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      • Rachel S.

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

    • 9.2
      Park
      5001 N Leavitt St (at W Argyle St), Chicago
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      • Andrew W.

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

    • 9.1
      BeachView Prices
      1600 N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Fullerton Pkwy & North Ave), Chicago
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      • Mohammad A.

        Mohammad A. • October 28, 2015Great place to relax, walk, run or just read a book in downtown Chicago

    • 9.1
      Beach
      5800 N Lake Shore Dr (at Hollywood Ave), Chicago
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      • Miranda P.

        Miranda P. • August 9, 2014Beach is awesome, not too crowded, best sand!!

    • 9.1
      Beach
      4400 N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Lawrence Ave & Montrose Ave), Chicago
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      • Chulses M.

        Chulses M. • September 5, 2015Quaint beach. Easy to get lost in the paths which can be fun.

    • 9.0
      Park
      2741 W Montrose Ave (at N California Ave), Chicago
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      • Shanlie Ann 🍃 @.

        Shanlie Ann 🍃 @. • July 21, 2023The park is REAL park…old school, sprawling! I’m amazed by the beautifully landscaped river paths to there dog park to the tee-pee made of nature groomed branches. So much more!! 💚

    • 8.9
      Park
      2021 N Burling St (btwn Webster Ave & Dickens Ave), Chicago
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      • Pau

        Pau • May 1, 2016Really nice place to play baseball, basket... or just relax.

    • 8.8
      Scenic Lookout
      210 W Fullerton Ave (at Cannon Dr), Chicago
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      • Gina D.

        Gina D. • March 15, 2016A great hidden treasure a very serene spot.

    • 8.8
      Park
      16234 marine drive (montrose), Chicago
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      • Mr. Ibeabuchi

        Mr. Ibeabuchi • April 1Great place to go for a nice jog or biking especially during the spring and summer.

    • 8.8
      Lake
      Lincoln Park, Chicago
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      • Serious Eats

        Serious Eats • December 13, 2013It's a fine dining restaurant, and most of the focus is on wine, but if you sit at the tiny bar in the front, they've got a wonderful collection of spirits and a short but perfect cocktail menu.

    • 8.8
      Scenic Lookout
      200 W Montrose Harbor Dr (At Lake Michigan)
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      • James S.

        James S. • May 15, 2013A perfect spot to take a photo of the Chicago skyline.

    • 8.8
      Preserve
      4400 N Lake Shore Dr (at Lake Michigan), Chicago
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      • Shannon J.

        Shannon J. • June 27, 2019Between Montrose Beach and Lincoln Park is a beautiful natural dunes area that was under water until the 1990's. It's filled with endangered plants and birds and is quite peaceful.

    • 8.8
      Park
      1001 W. Wrightwood Ave. (Wrightwood And Lincoln), Chicago
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    • 8.8
      Plaza
      3635 North Clark Street (at Waveland Ave), Chicago
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      • Shycu

        Shycu • July 22, 2017Love this place. Perfect for pre and post game drinks. Must have a ticket to the game to enter on game days. Huge big screen TV. Adjacent to Cubs store, Brickhouse Tavern & Lucky Dorr brew pub.

    • 8.8
      Pedestrian Street/Plaza
      4731 N Lincoln Ave (at W Giddings St), Chicago
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      • Babs

        Babs • August 2Nice night for a walk. And Jacob Sweet and the Western Harmony playing! One of the twins from Underwater People 👍🏻🤪

    • 8.7
      Park
      5100 N Francisco Ave (btwn Foster Ave & Argyle St), Chicago
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      • j3nnY G.

        j3nnY G. • March 19, 2010Has great tennis courts and some good competition.

    • 8.7
      Park
      2534 N Greenview Ave (at N Ashland Ave), Chicago
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      • George Z.

        George Z. • November 17, 2010Pooch takeover! Great dog park. Family park with designated fenced in dog area.

    • 8.6
      Dog Park
      4400 N. Lake Shore Dr. (btwn Lawrence & Wilson), Chicago
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      • Caitlin S.

        Caitlin S. • September 16, 2015Fun, clean and friendly! Always a good time!

    • 8.6
      Park
      6601 N Western Ave (at Pratt Blvd), Chicago
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      • Daniel M.

        Daniel M. • May 30, 2016Nice open fields and pathways to walk a dog/jog. Tennis courts, basketball courts, golf course, baseball fields, ice skating rink, huge parking lot, Divy bicycles, recreation center, etc

    • 8.6
      Farm
      2001 N Clark St (at Lincoln Park Zoo), Chicago
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      • MafiaHairdresser J.

        MafiaHairdresser J. • December 18, 2011Always leave a few bucks for this farm to keep it around for the kids.

    • 8.6
      Park
      1230 W Greenleaf Ave (at N Sheridan Rd), Chicago
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      • Andrew W.

        Andrew W. • August 14, 2014Fun yearly murals. Track for running. Tennis courts. Wonderful park.

    • 8.5
      Beach
      Chicago
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      • Emmy F.

        Emmy F. • February 8, 2016A breathtaking scenic view.

    • 8.5
      Park
      2333 W Sunnyside Ave (at Claremont Ave), Chicago
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      • Kate

        Kate • April 1, 2012Great path for jogging laps or lots of space for picnicing. Best park in the area!

    • 8.4
      Beach
      1040 W North Shore Ave, Chicago
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      • Eduardo S.

        Eduardo S. • August 13, 2014Great calming beach, usually the least crowded of Chicago beaches.

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      8.4
      Park
      825 W Sheridan Rd (at N Broadway St), Chicago
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      • Michael L.

        Michael L. • September 5, 2010hidden gem for swimmers. open adult lap swims are awesome.

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