Millennium Park
Millennium Park
4.5
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
About
Three square blocks of open lakefront complete with a Ferris Wheel, outdoor music pavillion and ice skating rink; expected to become one of the city's most popular sites.
Suggested duration
< 1 hour
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The area
Address
Neighbourhood: Millennium Park
How to get there
- Randolph/Wabash • 5 min walk
- Adams/Wabash • 6 min walk
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Popular mentions
4.5
25,000 reviews
Excellent
17,712
Very good
6,291
Average
876
Poor
80
Terrible
43
AndrewFromMadison
Madison, WI3,257 contributions
Aug 2022
There is not much to say - just look at the photos (if you have a day or two to peruse them al!). Artwork installations are something else.
Written 22 January 2023
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Julia M
St. Augustine, FL40 contributions
Jan 2023
I mean, don't you need to visit the Bean while in Chicago? It was fun, and worth the visit, especially as the location is so close to so much.
Written 21 January 2023
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johntavernier
Roseville, MI801 contributions
Jan 2023
I have see this on the web . To see it in person , it was rain ,but with see it . The mirror on there made it good to see
Written 20 January 2023
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nataliewebb513
London, UK43 contributions
Jan 2023
A must visit when in Chicago, perfect for family, friends and couples. Central location between site seeing too.
Written 9 January 2023
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SteveK28762
Worcestershire, UK67 contributions
Sep 2022
What a lovely place, right in the heart of the city. There's more to this place than Cloud Gate, but that was the reason I wanted to go.
I feel that we barely scratched the surface of the park but just wandering around was a really pleasant and relaxing experience. Would love to go again.
I feel that we barely scratched the surface of the park but just wandering around was a really pleasant and relaxing experience. Would love to go again.
Written 9 January 2023
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DaveNKent
Gravesend, UK358 contributions
Sep 2022
Not a huge park but packs a lot in. The Cloud Gate, Coffee Bean, is the most famous but there's plenty more to enjoy.
Written 8 January 2023
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Joe F
Racine, WI30 contributions
Dec 2022
Enjoyed seeing the beautiful city reflections in "The Bean" and got the obligatory pics, proving we had been to Chicago. Appreciated that it is free.
Written 6 January 2023
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Becky L
Sullivan, IL213 contributions
Dec 2022
Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall, this park is beautiful. I love that it is very accessible to patrons with mobility challenges. The Bean is gorgeous, and the Christmas tree was stunning.
Written 6 January 2023
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KayteeHC
Norfolk, VA424 contributions
Oct 2022
Nice park to walk around and visit. The silver bean fun to see and a great place to people watch. Highly recc it.
Written 3 January 2023
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jimnick
Montecito, CA194 contributions
Jul 2022
Not only is this a great park but the reflecting sculpture makes for hundreds of interesting photos. Imagine an entire fun house outdoors with great scenery around it. There are a ton of free things and for money around the or in the park including a hiddenminiature golf area. You will love this park if you are single, in love or with a big family. Come and enjoy.
Written 3 January 2023
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TravelingBum52
United States2,463 contributions
Is there any parking?
Marilyn M
Lincoln City, OR181 contributions
I don't remember seeing any. We stayed by the Chicago River so we were in walking distance. Anything too far away for a walk sent us for Lyft.
Sam
Saint Albans, NY3 contributions
Is the neighborhood around the Millennium park safe to look for a stay with family?
What is the crime rate?
Walter O
Charlottesville, VA363 contributions
Very safe area. There are a couple of excellent hotels on Monroe that are a 2 block walk to Millennium Park. I love the Hampton Inn next to the theater at the intersection with Dearborn. There are 9 rooms on each floor and it is very quiet. The blue line from O'Hare airport stops 1/2 block from the hotel. Plus the hotel offers a full breakfast every day. The Kimpton Gray is also a great place to stay on Monroe at the intersection with LaSalle.
T5318XYlindam
Cleveland3 contributions
are there any concerts scheduled in Millenium Park on July 26 or 27
Rizzo14
Chicago, IL35 contributions
i just googled Jay Pritzker Pavilion and it doesn't show anything for this weekend...sorry
Walter H
Albany, NY5 contributions
Is it possible to walk to soldier field from the neighborhood on the opposite side of the highway?
crunch6
Northbrook, IL709 contributions
It is definitely possible to walk to Soldier Field...I would advise the lakefront path. When you get to the Planetarium or the Aquarium, make sure to take a picture of the skyline. You can also take a segway tour to Soldier Field......
EduardoVerani
Sao Paulo, SP5 contributions
Qual a espécie de árvore mais cpmum no Millennium Park , que fica com as flores todas vermelhas no outono ?
dinavc61
Lisbon, Portugal160 contributions
Sassafrás como já foi referido
abholland98
Herscher, IL
Where is the best place to park in the area. Our first trip to Chicago for the day.
C F
Fremont, CA96 contributions
We parked at Lakeside of Millennium Garage. If you buy the parking pass online, it's cheaper. We paid $15 for up to 8 hours of parking.
Abel S
8 contributions
Estoy con auto , cuánto cuesta aparcar en cercanías ? Gracias
Alejandra D
Montevideo, Uruguay44 contributions
Perdón pero no fuimos en auto. Yo aconsejaría llamar al hotel, hostel o apartamento al q vas y ver si ellos te pueden informar.
Para mi no es una ciudad para manejar(es muy parecida a Manhattan )tiene excelente transporte, cómodo limpio y seguro.
Gary E
Huntington Beach, CA
New in town for a couple of days over this weekend. What to do and where to go?
Em A
Naperville, Illinois44 contributions
So much to do and see. Depends on what you want to explore.Definitely millennium park, jazz band, hip clubs and restaurants. Kayaking on chicago river or Go to Willis tower skydeck, it is an awesome experience and I second blue man group!
MILLENNIUM PARK (Chicago) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Millennium Park
- Millennium Park is open:
- Sun - Sat 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- We recommend booking Millennium Park tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 30 Millennium Park tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Millennium Park:
- Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour (From RM 192.97)
- Gangsters and Ghosts Tour in Chicago (From RM 150.12)
- Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food & Walking Tour (From RM 321.65)
- Lake Michigan Sightseeing Cruise (From RM 121.56)
- Chicago Small-Group City Tour with Optional Architecture River Cruise (From RM 188.51)
- Hotels near Millennium Park:
- (0.20 km) Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
- (0.35 km) Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
- (0.35 km) Hotel Julian
- (0.26 km) University Club of Chicago
- (0.46 km) Pendry Chicago
- Restaurants near Millennium Park:
- (0.16 km) Remington's
- (0.20 km) The Gage
- (0.19 km) Shake Shack
- (0.11 km) Park Grill
- (0.22 km) Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
- Attractions near Millennium Park:
- (0.06 km) Cloud Gate
- (0.12 km) Chicago Running Tours & More
- (0.08 km) Jay Pritzker Pavilion
- (0.14 km) Crown Fountain
- (0.11 km) Descubre Chicago Tours