National Parks in Chicago

National Park15 places

1. 1Forest Preserves of Cook CountyForest Glen Woods, 5420 N Forest Glen Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, USAA nature lover's paradise where you can escape the concrete jungle and perhaps even find inner peace, or at least some really cool squirrel…
2. 2The RiverwalkThe Water Plaza | Riverwalk, Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601, USAThe perfect place for a leisurely stroll while you secretly judge people’s boats and wonder if you could ever pull off paddle boarding!
3. 3The Chicago RiverChicago River, Illinois, USAThis iconic river offers a unique way to navigate Chicago, just remember not to fall in or you'll ruin your expensive shoes!
4. 4Fort Dearborn ParkFort Dearborn Dr, Chicago, IL, USAThis historical park is like a window into the past, except people aren’t dressed in weird vintage outfits (yet).
5. 5Promontory PointBurnham Park Promontory Point, 5491 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615, USAA great spot for a picnic, where we highly recommend not feeding the seagulls your sandwich—trust us, they’re too bold for their own good!
6. 6Alder Planetarium1300 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USAHere, you can ponder the cosmos and just how small we are, but make sure to leave your existential crisis at the door!
7. 7Burnham ParkBurnham (Daniel) Park, 1200-5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615, USAA sprawling green space that gives you the excuse to relax or exercise, depending on how motivated you’re feeling that day!
8. 8Humboldt ParkHumboldt Park, Chicago, IL, USAFilled with beautiful gardens, this park gives you the perfect excuse to act like a hipster while snapping Instagram shots!
9. 9Maggie Daley ParkMaggie Daley Park, 337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USAYou’ll find more fun per square foot here than you thought possible, including a mini-golf course that’ll put your putting skills to the te…
10. 10Jackson ParkJackson Park, Chicago, IL, USAA historical park that’s not only beautiful but also holds the secrets of a World’s Fair over a century old—what a multitasker!