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(312) 742-7648
337 E Randolph
Chicago,
IL
60602
41.8844
-87.6192
Neighborhoods: Loop, Central
What People Are Saying About Grant Park
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The Experience – Named for General Ulysses S. Grant, this 319-acre park is the chosen location for civic events big enough to accommodate the entire city of Chicago. Though it's bordered on two sides by towering skyscrapers, quiet and solitude reign after only a few steps in the park--unless, of course, you happen to be there during Taste of Chicago, when solace gives way to mouthwatering mayhem. – – The Appeal – There are a dozen tennis courts and 16 softball fields. The park's Bicentennial Plaza (open 7am-10pm Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday), at…
Editor's Tips
- Where to Sit:
- Relax for a bit at Buckingham Fountain: Spray from the fountain is refreshing in the hot summer months and the spot affords great views of the city and lake.
- Parking:
- There's a huge pay garage underground at Monroe Street and Columbus Drive.
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08/15/02
Old-World beauty
by jkf118 at Citysearch
Grant Park stands out among other Chicago parks for its design, which is reminiscent of the great parks throughout Europe. Especially unique to this park are its pebble-covered walks, ample tree coverage, and of course, the spectacular Buckingham Fountain. A quiet place to walk (when it's not Taste of Chicago), Grant Park is an asset to the city.
08/08/02
grant is great!
by jank at Citysearch
this is the place to go for one of the best view's of the city's great skyline-and, easy to get to via public transportation-another place i recommend highly to all my family and friends!
- Pros: accessable
- Cons: parking
08/02/02
One word, Zoo.
by zakwmu at Citysearch
Beautiful lakefront. Wonderful Zoo. Amazing scenery. Wonderful place for a bike ride or just pull up a blanket and enjoy the sun and sites.
06/11/02
Where it all happens
by nathanstull_citysearch at Citysearch
Taste of Chicago, Blues Festival, Grant Park Music Fest--and many more events all happen here. Why? It's because it's a hub of a park. Buckingham fountain and the Lake Michigan view just add to the fact that it's easy to get to, close to the prime museums and not to mention the Lake Shore Trail. If you go to one of the festivals, bring a blanket and sunscreen. There's plenty of shade, but you will still be in the sun a lot.
06/11/02
Home to the big summer events
by peterbehle_citysearch at Citysearch
Grant Park is the place to be all summer long -- there's stuff going on here virtually every week from May through September. And the park is so huge that even during Taste of Chicago, it's possible to find some quiet spots to chill out. Plus, there's Buckingham Fountain -- a must-see for tourists. And the Museum Campus at the south end.
- Pros: Greenery in the city
- Cons: Crowded big events
The Details on Grant Park
Place Categories:
- great park
- wonderful zoo
- amazing scenery
- enjoy sun
- great skylineand
- especially unique spectacular buckingham fountain
- perfect landscaping
- great grant
- best view
- especially unique ample tree coverage
- wonderful place
- big summer events
