Lincoln Park

Zoo, conservatory, museums, beaches, gardens, nature areas, play, and sports make Lincoln Park a collection of outings rather than one stop.

Best for
Lakefront culture + nature
Culture
Zoo + conservatory + museums
Nature
Ponds + sanctuaries
Play
Multiple playgrounds
Location

500-5700 N Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60614
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Lincoln Park stretches along the north lakefront and gathers the Lincoln Park Zoo, conservatory, museums, beaches, nature sanctuaries, gardens, harbors, sports areas, and multiple playgrounds into one enormous public landscape.

Its scale means no single address or visit covers the whole park. Choose one destination before arriving and check that facility's own hours, admission, reservations, and seasonal rules.

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