Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Elmwood Park

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Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Elmwood Park

Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium
4.6 (25232 ratings)4 (9031 ratings)
State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.
1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
AquariumZoos & AquariumsHistorical landmarkLearning center
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"Watch sharks feed, sea otters swim, stingray glide, and dolphins play at Shedd Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the world. Although not strictly a museum, Shedd Aquarium is part of Chicago’s Museum Campus, along with the Field Museum and Adler Planetarium — so think of it more as a living museum filled with exotic aquatic life. The views are spectacular, stretching across Lake Michigan."
Mentioned by Wheelchair Travel
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"The John G. Shedd Aquarium is a Chicago landmark, founded in 1930 and located on the shoreline of Lake Michigan. It is located on Museum Campus Chicago, within walking distance of other CityPASS attractions like the Field Museum, Adler Planetarium and the Art Institute of Chicago. A special wheelchair accessible entrance in located on the side of the building."
Mentioned by Chicago 4 days itinerary
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"Shedd aquarium was at one point in time the world’s largest indoor aquarium and the most visited aquarium in the United States. While it no longer holds those records, it is still one of the most visited cultural attractions in Chicago."
Millennium Park
Millennium Park
4.8 (58155 ratings)4.5 (22489 ratings)
24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Navy Pier
Navy Pier
4.6 (50660 ratings)4 (13593 ratings)
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Sights & LandmarksAmusement centerCultural centerEvent venuePiers & BoardwalksTheme Parks
Mentioned by Leisure Pass Group
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"Navy Pier and its surrounding attractions are full of fun activities for kids and adults alike (see above for some more details on all the stuff you can enjoy while there). Take a stroll around the pier, sample some classic boardwalk eats, and take a spin on the iconic Ferris wheel for unbeatable views of the city. Use your Go Chicago Card All-Inclusive Pass to get a 4-Ride pass for Navy Pier attractions, including the ever-popular Centennial Wheel."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
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"As one of the most visited tourist spots in Chicago, Navy Pier offers a variety of activities and attractions designed just for kids, including:. With so many things to do in one spot, plan to spend at least half a day at Navy Pier to get the full experience and give your toddler a chance to explore. Navy Pier also hosts an assortment of events and festivals year-round."
Garfield Park Conservatory
Garfield Park Conservatory
4.8 (6118 ratings)4.5 (719 ratings)
184-acre park with a swimming pool, fishing lagoon, athletic fields, tennis courts & more.
300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksBotanical gardenHistoric SitesGardens
Grant Park
Grant Park
4.7 (16394 ratings)4.5 (854 ratings)
319-acre centerpiece of Downtown housing some of the city's busiest attractions.
337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
City parkNature & ParksPark
Buckingham Fountain
Buckingham Fountain
4.7 (11856 ratings)4.5 (3128 ratings)
Among the world’s largest, Grant Park’s 3-level rococo fountain (1927) offers light & water shows.
301 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
FountainSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkPoints of Interest & Landmarks
The 606
The 606
4.7 (1095 ratings)4.5 (93 ratings)
Created on a former rail line, this elevated, 2.7 mile landscaped trail draws runners & bikers.
1805 N Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksJogging Paths & TracksScenic Walking AreasBiking Trails
Saint James Chapel
Saint James Chapel
4.3 (32 ratings)5 (12 ratings)
835 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksChurchPoints of Interest & Landmarks
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"Address: 835 N Rush StSaturday Mass Times: 1:00pm, 3:00pm, and 5:15pmA/C: YesCost: $2,500.00, there may be an additional fee for musiciansParishioner?. NoTime for photos after: 20 minutesCan you bring your own priest?. YesOther info to note:The chapel seats 299 people."
Leone Beach Park
Leone Beach Park
4.5 (442 ratings)
A sandy, lakefront spot for sunbathing, with an adjacent playground, athletic fields & kayak launch.
1222 W Touhy Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, USA
ParkPublic beach
Big Marsh Park
Big Marsh Park
4.6 (289 ratings)
280.13-acre open space with an off-road bike park, nature areas for bird watching & hiking trails.
11559 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60633, USA
ParkNature preserve
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"At 280 acres, Big Marsh certainly lives up to its name, but this far southeast side public park—opened in 2016 in the Calumet Area Reserve—is still a relative secret to most locals. The park includes 45 acres of recreation areas designed specifically for mountain and BMX biking and casual trail riding. The rest (234 acres) is a nature preserve great for hiking and bird-watching."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Whether you want to relax with a nature walk or go on an adventurous hike, this park is a great place to check out. Forty-five acres of the park are dedicated to more intense endeavors, such as hiking, adventure courses and off-course biking. The other 235 acres is devoted to more passive activities like bird-watching and nature walking."

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Elmwood Park

Bordel | Cabaret & Cocktail Bar
Bordel | Cabaret & Cocktail Bar
4.4 (327 ratings)
Craft drinks fuel the vibe at this bordello-inspired lounge offering a variety of live performances.
1721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Cocktail barBarCabaret clubEvent venueLive music venue
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
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"et Parisian-inspired speakeasy Bordel seduce you with its moody ambience, fanciful cocktails and licentious vaudeville entertainment of eras past. Up the stairs through its deceiving entrance, you'll drink and dine by candlelight on velvet, crimson couches (that should be reserved ahead of time). Regular talent to expect comes from Sally Marvel, Chicago’s only sword-swallowing burlesque dancer, and magician and host AJ Sacco, but other cabaret acts hit the stage weekly."
Old Irving Brewing Co.
Old Irving Brewing Co.
4.5 (749 ratings)
Funky warehouse spot serving house beers & gastropub fare with a beer hall, TVs & a cornhole game.
4419 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60641, USA
BrewpubAmerican restaurantBarBrewery
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"High up there on the other end of the Chicago spectrum, Old Irving resides just east of Portage Park and offers plenty of beers for all kinds of hops lovers. Favorites include the Being Ernest, a Hemingway-inspired Belgian tripel made in collaboration with Forbidden Fruit, Marz, Maplewood, and Off Color, and ‘Til Death, a Pilsner worthy of wedding bells. It’s homey and delightful and a perfect hideaway spot."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Bars Breweries Portage Park. While you're munching on shishito peppers and charcuterie, the kids will be tucking into crispy chicken tenders, a cheeseburger or buttered noodles at this Irving Park brewery. All kids' meals are just $8 and include a drink and your choice of fries or fresh fruit."
Vie
Vie
4.8 (262 ratings)
Farm-to-table fine dining in an elegant, warm space with white tablecloths & black banquettes.
4471 Lawn Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558, USA
Fine dining restaurantBarCocktail barRestaurant
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Top Best Japanese Restaurants in Elmwood Park

Wakamono
Wakamono
4.4 (243 ratings)
Classic & creative maki, hot Japanese fare & cocktails in a casual, modern setting with a patio.
3313 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Japanese restaurantRestaurantSushi restaurant
Macku Sushi
Macku Sushi
4.4 (146 ratings)
Chefs craft stylish & modern sushi creations for dine-in or carryout in an intimate, sleek space.
2239 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Macku Sushi can satisfy your need for a standard spicy salmon roll, but if you want something more adventurous, try the omakase menu. Chef Macku gets very creative not only with his presentations, but also flavor combinations, such as a spoonful of salmon roe with Pop Rocks. Hopefully you won't befall the same fate as Little Mikey from the Life commercials."
Mentioned by Chicago Favorites
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"For those who appreciate art as much as their food, Macku Sushi beckons to you. The elaborate embellishments with onion slices, truffle oil, tomato-mushroom puree, and fried garlic look almost too good to eat. However, you can also choose the less extravagant looking dishes that are also very flavorful."
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Bon Appetit called Macku Sushi one of the top 10 sushi spots in the nation, so there's no doubt the Lincoln Park restaurant is a serious contender when it comes to the best sushi i..."
Kumiko
Kumiko
4.8 (150 ratings)
Creative Japanese fare & craft drinks, including an omakase cocktail tasting, presented in hip digs.
630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
BarCafeCoffee shopJapanese restaurantTea house
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"From a national perspective, Chicago sometimes gets ignored for its innovative side. There’s plenty of talented people creating culinary cool, and Julia Momose and her team at Kumiko are the forefront. A sibling to Oriole, a two-Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant, Kumiko takes inspiration Japan (Momose is Japanese American), with a deep whisky list."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"Kumiko brought together a dazzling amount of Chicago’s culinary talent. Noah and Cara Sandoval brought over their knowledge from their two-Michelin-starred restaurant, Oriole. Bartender Julia Momose made her dreams come true with omakase-style drink flights."

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Elmwood Park Area

Calder's Flamingo
Calder's Flamingo
4.6 (288 ratings)4 (233 ratings)
Alexander Calder's large abstract sculpture, or stabile, was unveiled to the public in 1974.
50 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
SculptureSights & LandmarksMonuments & Statues
Charnley-Persky House Museum
Charnley-Persky House Museum
4.6 (34 ratings)4.5 (19 ratings)
Important example of early modern architecture from 1892 by Louis Sullivan & Frank Lloyd Wright.
1365 N Astor St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkArchitectural BuildingsHistory Museums
Mentioned by Your Chicago Guide
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"It’s only fitting that the Charnley-Persky House is the home of the Society of Architectural Historians since it was designed by Louis Sullivan and his junior draftsman, Frank Lloyd Wright. Guided tours will resume August 7, 2021, and reservations are required. Learn the story of the Charnley-Persky house in Living Landmarks of Chicago"
Mentioned by ArchDaily
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"Description: Charnley-Persky House is one of the oldest houses of Chicago (with Glessner and Clarke Houses) and it is said to be the first modern house in Chicago. The red house next to it was built shortly before, and the differences are amazing. Tours are offered on Wednesday afternoons."
Skydeck Chicago
Skydeck Chicago
4.5 (18620 ratings)4.5 (15971 ratings)
103rd floor of the former Sears Tower with clear observation boxes & views extending to four states.
233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Observation deckSights & LandmarksMuseumArchitectural BuildingsObservation Decks & TowersPoints of Interest & Landmarks

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Elmwood Park

Logan Square Corner 3BR, Walkable to Highlights
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$106 /night
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Courtyard Chicago Elmhurst/Oakbrook Area
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$131 /night
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$800 /night
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