Popular Gardens in Downers Grove Township

We've collected top 10 mentioned gardens in Downers Grove Township from other articles such as Chicago 3 days itinerary, VacationIdea, Tripster Travel Guide.

Popular Gardens in Downers Grove Township

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
Lincoln Park Conservatory
Lincoln Park Conservatory
4.8 (2461 ratings)4.5 (680 ratings)
Thousands of plants, from tropical species to seasonal flowers, in a glass-domed structure.
2391 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Botanical gardenNature & ParksParkGardens
Mentioned by Museum Hack
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"The Lincoln Park Conservatory is a conservatory and botanical garden in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood. The conservatory is best known for its horticultural collections, community work, and educational programming. It is also housed in a glass house from the Victorian Era that is stunning to view on its own."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
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"For a big city, Chicago has a surprising number of places dedicated to all things green. For example, the Lincoln Park Conservatory, on the shores of Lake Michigan, has a botanical garden teeming with ferns, tropical flowers, and palms."
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool
4.8 (248 ratings)4.5 (56 ratings)
This serene section of Lincoln Park stars a lily pool & also boasts lush landscaping & a pavilion.
125 W Fullerton Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
GardenNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasBodies of Water
Garden of the Phoenix
Garden of the Phoenix
4.7 (549 ratings)4.5 (19 ratings)
Japanese garden on Jackson Park's Wooded Island featuring a waterfall & foot bridges.
6300 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
GardenNature & Parks
Lurie Garden
Lurie Garden
4.8 (131 ratings)4.5 (108 ratings)
5 acres of Millennium Park dedicated to eco-friendly botanical landscaping with city views.
220 E. Monroe St This is NOT mailing address, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
GardenNature & Parks
Lake Shore East Park
Lake Shore East Park
4.8 (379 ratings)5 (10 ratings)
4-acre urban botanic garden featuring a playground, splash pad, dog park & lighted fountains.
450 E Benton Pl, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
ParkFun & GamesDog parkPlaygroundsGardens

Best Family Restaurants in Downers Grove Township

SMAK-TAK! Polish Restaurant
SMAK-TAK! Polish Restaurant
4.7 (351 ratings)
Hearty Polish fare such as pierogi, potato pancakes & sausages served in a wood-beamed chalet.
5961 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, USA
Polish restaurantFamily restaurant
Morton's The Steakhouse
Morton's The Steakhouse
4.4 (1232 ratings)
Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.
65 E Wacker Pl, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantFamily restaurantSteak house
TGI Fridays
TGI Fridays
3.9 (2223 ratings)
Casual chain restaurant with a festive vibe serving beer, cocktails & a wide menu of American fare.
153 E Erie St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBarBar & grillChicken wings restaurantFamily restaurantHamburger restaurantTakeout Restaurant

Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Downers Grove Township

Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill
Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill
4.5 (1122 ratings)
Japanese BYOB offering creative sushi rolls, robata dishes & more in a manga-decorated setting.
1751 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Japanese restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
The Best Sushi Restaurants in Chicago
"BYOB Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill is known for its colorful sushi presentations, as well as its equally colorful sushi roll names, like the #ThugLife2 roll with salmon, jalapeño, avocado, cucumber, and cilantro. Every sushi order is a work of art with chefs using colorful sauces in an array of patterns and shapes. Sign up here for our daily Chicago email and be the first to get all the food/drink/fun in town."
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 12 Best Sushi Restaurants in Chicago
"Description: This casual restaurant definitely wins for the most beautiful sushi accompanied with beautiful designs. Be sure to try the Avocado Mango Salad and one of the Special Rolls (like the one featured above.) You better have a camera on hand, because these dishes CANNOT be eaten without snapping a pic on Instagram or Snapchat, trust me. #SpoonTip: Yuzu is BYOB!"
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"Description: Yuzu Chicago is a great spot for ~artsy~ and delicious sushi rolls and robata grilled dishes. Be sure to order the Dragon Ball roll under the "Yuzu Jumbo Roll" section of the menu!. Location: 1751 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622"
Sumo Sushi and Hibachi
Sumo Sushi and Hibachi
4.5 (246 ratings)
Japanese fare including loads of sushi in a cozy, casual space with a bring-your-own-alcohol policy.
2936 N Broadway #5302, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Sushi restaurantAsian restaurantCafeJapanese restaurant
Talay Chicago
Talay Chicago
4.5 (241 ratings)
An urbane spin-off of Park Ridge's Siam Thai serving both Thai standards & raw fish.
1222 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Thai restaurantRestaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Vox Creative Next
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"The number of menu categories alone at this Thai and sushi destination is expansive, meaning everyone at the table can get their fill. Kick things off with some tom kha soup and chicken satay before diving into pad Thai or pad see ew. Save room for their range of sushi rolls: You can get everything from California rainbow to crunchy spicy tuna."

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Downers Grove Township

Cloud Gate
Cloud Gate
4.8 (14957 ratings)4.5 (16618 ratings)
Huge outdoor sculpture shaped like a bean & allowing for views from its many mirrored sides.
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
SculptureSights & LandmarksMonuments & StatuesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Chicago Loop
Chicago Loop
4.5 (1153 ratings)
The Loop is a vibrant area featuring eclectic eateries, shops, theaters and parks. Comprised mostly of high-rises, it’s also home to the 108-story Willis Tower. The iconic “Cloud Gate” sculpture sits in Millennium Park. Grant Park features the large, rococo-style Buckingham Fountain and the renowned Art Institute of Chicago, and hosts annual events like The Taste of Chicago and Lollapalooza.
Chicago, IL, USA
Sights & LandmarksNeighborhoods
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
3 Day Chicago Itinerary For First-Time Visitors
"Grab lunch at a nearby café and browse the shops in The Loop. Make your way over to Millennium Park to see the famous Cloud Gate (a.ka. the bean). It’s usually busy during the day, but you might get lucky by going early in the morning before other tourists arrive."
North Avenue Beach
North Avenue Beach
4.6 (2362 ratings)4 (237 ratings)
Illinois 60614
BeachNature & Parks

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Downers Grove Township

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Hampton Inn Chicago-O'Hare Intl Airport
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4.2 (328 reviews)
SpringHill Suites Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge/Hinsdale
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$143.1 /night
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3.9 (346 reviews)
Holiday Inn Chicago - Countryside/LaGrange
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$124.62 /night
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