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Grant Park
(Columbus Drive and Congress Parkway)
Chicago,
IL
60601
41.8755
-87.6179
Neighborhoods: Loop, Central
What People Are Saying About Buckingham Fountain
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Overview – Buckingham is one of the largest fountains in the world, with 134 jets spraying more than 14,000 gallons of water per minute as high as 135 feet in the air. A computer controls the entire display, including the dazzling colored light show that takes place nightly every hour on the hour beginning at dusk. Music was added in 1999 to coordinate with some displays. In the summer, people find restful spots to eat lunch, but skateboarders, in-line skaters and cyclists have been banned due to damage to the stone and concrete stairs. In the winter, the fountain glitters with white…
Editor's Tips
- The Extras:
- Located in the heart of Grant Park. You can get a picture-perfect view of the Loop and the waterfront from here.
| ambiance | 85.71000099182129% positive |
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| overall | 100.0% positive |
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| service | 100.0% positive |
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03/26/08
Romantic!
by sixkids
My husband proposed to me at Buckingham fountain! It's a beautiful sight and it's amazing when it's lit.
05/16/06
Beautiful simplicity
by heylucy22
Spent hours relaxing, watching people and taking in the wonderful view. Shaded areas are great to get out of the summer sun and let the lake breeze cool you, and there are ample benches and picnic tables too. Even in the middle of this bustling city, it is really peaceful here. Just blocks away from the lakefront, hotels, and museums. My husband and I fell in love here, and come back when ever we can!
05/02/03
Great "Walkby" Attraction
by canabomb
Beautiful sculpted artwork in this huge fountain. Was on our way back from the Field Museum and neat to look at. Wouldn't pay cab fare or go out of my way to go to it again though. Chicago takes great pride/care of their architecture and landscaping. This is no exception! They could use some plaques aroudn the fountain describing the history of the fountain, etc.
- Pros: Beautiful
12/19/02
Visual Pleasure
by jayterrell
Situated in an Ideal location in the beautifully maintain Grant Park area. With great Hot Dogs
and a magnificent view of Lake Michagan. Even
beautiful when not lit. More beautiful with the lights
on. Recently restored and the addition of moving
the computer that controls the lighting closer to
the city. Truly Chicago.
- Pros: Free, ample Parking, open area
10/26/02
The Beauty Of Europe
by Christi_Ovchinnikov
This is an awesome place to visit. It remined me of some thing you would find in England. It takes your breath away.
The Details on Buckingham Fountain
Place Categories:
- very nice place
- impressive sight
- romantic spot
- wonderful view
- sucks music
- great pridecare
- beautiful simplicity
- beautiful summer
- cool lake breeze
- huge fountain
- beautiful light show
- great shaded areas
- romantic stroll
- great hot dogs
