Top Rated Parks to Visit in Cook County

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Top Rated Parks to Visit in Cook County

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
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
Maggie Daley Park
Maggie Daley Park
4.7 (7947 ratings)4.5 (1200 ratings)
Popular recreational area with winter ice skating, a climbing wall & playground equipment.
337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
50 Best Things to Do in Chicago (IL
"Named for a former first lady of the city who passed away in 2011, Maggie Daley Park is one of Grant Park’s newest treasures. Laid out by landscape architect Michael Van Valkenburgh, the park opened in the northeast corner of Grant Park 2014 and shines for its recreation and family facilities. The whimsical Play Garden, for kids up to 12, is a playground like you’ve never seen, with six different zones like the Watering Hole which has a giant breaching whale, and the Enchanted Forest where you’ll walk under upside down trees ."
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
The 26 best things to do in Chicago with kids
"Located in the Loop, the recently revamped kid-focused Maggie Daley Park features Chicago’s only outdoor climbing park, a path-like “skating ribbon” in the winter, tennis courts, and picnic spots. Don’t miss the 3-acre play garden. You’ll have to drag kids under 12 off of the imaginative equipment, including an enchanted forest, wave lawn, and an array of slides."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
28 Best Things to Do in Chicago with Kids for 2021 (Family Fun!)
"Maggie Daley Park is also located in the Loop and is home to the city’s only outdoor climbing park. You can also go ice skating during the winter months on the famous ‘skating ribbon’. The park also has spots to picnic in with the family and a tennis court to enjoy a game."
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
Burnham Park
Burnham Park
4.5 (2437 ratings)
36.5-acre green space with landscaping, tennis courts, a bike path & many sports fields.
5491 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Park
Mentioned by planetware.com
9 Best Parks in Chicago | PlanetWare
"Burnham Park stretches six miles along the shores of Lake Michigan's Oakland Shoal from 14th Street to 56th Street, covering just shy of 600 acres of waterfront. The large Burnham Harbor takes up the shoreline from the park's northern end to 22nd Street, well-protected by Northerly Island. Burnham Park starts at the southern end of Grant Park, and is home to numerous attractions including Soldier Field, home of The Chicago Bears."
Mentioned by Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.
List of beaches in Chicago
"Burnham Park runs for 6 miles (9.7 km) along Chicago's lakefront from Grant Park in the north to Jackson Park in the south, through the neighborhoods of Near South, Douglas, Oakland, Kenwood and Hyde Park."
Rainbow Beach Park
Rainbow Beach Park
4.3 (1309 ratings)
Large beach with showers, a playground, fitness center, handball courts & free WiFi.
3111 E 77th St, Chicago, IL 60649, USA
ParkPublic beach
Mentioned by TripHobo
10 Best Beaches In Chicago For A Lovely Summer
"Covering an area of over 60 acres, Rainbow Beach and Park is a huge beach and one of the prominent public park areas in Chicago. Meander along the expansive lush green area of the park, choose from the varied sports options on offer which include basketball, tennis, baseball, handball, and take pleasure in the unparalleled views of the lakefront along with the skyline. Rainbow Beach and Park hosts holiday-themed events throughout the year and also organizes summer camps for adults and kids alike."
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
Here are 10 best beaches along the Chicago lakefront
"It’s connected to a 60-acre park with a fitness center, community garden, basketball and tennis courts, a baseball diamond, and two playgrounds. Not every park and beach has programming, but here you can sign up for sports leagues or day camps. A post shared by Aaron M. Powell (@aaronisbla) on Oct 11, 2016 at 5:46pm PDT"
Union Park
Union Park
4.4 (850 ratings)
Longtime park offering playing fields, a pool & basketball courts plus a theater & fitness center.
1501 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Park
Mentioned by TripSavvy
Check Out the 8 Best Parks in Chicago
"West Loop’s Union Park, located on 13.46 acres in the Near West community area, is the site for two of the city’s biggest music festivals: Pitchfork and North Coast Music Festival. The park has several large fields, often used for various outdoor sports. The history of Union Park is also quite remarkable—it’s the site of several political protests and demonstrations since the early 1900s, most notably the Great American Boycott and the 2006 Immigration Reform protests."
Mentioned by Localize
These are the best parks in Chicago
"Union Park is a 13.46-acres park created in 1853 and became well known between the 1920s and 50s for cultural and social events. Today, the park features a field house with a theater room with stage, and a building with a gym, fitness center, and locker rooms. Outside facilities include tennis courts, swimming pool, playgrounds, an athletic field, and more."
Northerly Island
Northerly Island
4.6 (758 ratings)
91-acre peninsula with skyline views, hiking, fishing & playing plus a fieldhouse & live music acts.
1521 S Linn White Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Park
Mentioned by Do312
The Best Parks In Chicago
"This park is a 119-acre, man-made peninsula with excellent spots for fishing and walking paths. This urban nature sanctuary has prairie grasslands, a five-acre pond and walking paths for wildlife watching. Northerly Island is also home to 12th Street Beach and Huntington Bank Pavilion."
The Water Plaza - Chicago Riverwalk
The Water Plaza - Chicago Riverwalk
5 (5 ratings)
Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Park
Mentioned by Busy Tourist
51 Best & Fun Things To Do In Chicago (Illinois)
"The Riverwalk is exactly what it sounds like: a pedestrian trail that stretches alongside the Chicago River. It’s 1.25 miles, so it doesn’t require a punishing amount of exercise, but it’s long enough to offer a wide range of events and activities for visitors of all types. Are you feeling peckish?"

Churches and Cathedrals in Cook County

St. Peter's Catholic Church
St. Peter's Catholic Church
4.7 (317 ratings)5 (32 ratings)
110 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksChurchPlace of worshipChurches & Cathedrals
St. John Cantius Church
St. John Cantius Church
4.8 (541 ratings)4.5 (30 ratings)
825 N Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksArt museumChurchHistorical landmarkReligious organizationChurches & Cathedrals
Old St. Patrick's Catholic Church
Old St. Patrick's Catholic Church
4.7 (410 ratings)4.5 (60 ratings)
Historic Catholic church founded in 1846 provides Sunday Mass, guided tours & an annual block party.
700 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksChurchPlace of worshipChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by usatales.com
10 Best Churches in Chicago
"The Roman Catholic Parish on West Adam Street is one of the few buildings that survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. This church is considered a cornerstone of Irish Culture in Chicago, where God’s grace is demonstrated- amidst the bustle. It is also an important landmark that preserves history."
Mentioned by Your Day by MK
Chicago Wedding Guide: Catholic Churches
"Address: 700 W Adams StSaturday Mass Times: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, and 5:00pmA/C: YesCost: $1,500.00Parishioner?. NoTime for photos after: 20 minutesCan you bring your own priest?. Yes, they suggest you reach out to a priest you think of first."

Best Pancakes in Cook County

Golden House Restaurant & Pancake House
Golden House Restaurant & Pancake House
4.6 (835 ratings)
Straightforward, old-school diner spot serving up full breakfasts plus burgers, burritos & more.
4744 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Pancake restaurantBreakfast restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
12 Best Restaurants to Try in Uptown, Chicago
"So come here for the pancakes, but stay for the Gallagher flashbacks. Plus the friendly staff is awesome, and will instantly make you feel like a regular. View this post on Instagram"
The Original Pancake House
The Original Pancake House
4.6 (1412 ratings)
Signature pancakes & other American breakfast classics all day in a casual setting.
22 E Bellevue Pl, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Pancake restaurantAmerican restaurantBreakfast restaurant
STACKED - Oak Lawn
STACKED - Oak Lawn
4.3 (1785 ratings)
Novel breakfast dishes, such as red-velvet pancakes, plus lunch fare served in a casual setting.
5273 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
Pancake restaurantBreakfast restaurantLunch restaurantRestaurant

Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Cook County

Pan Hellenic Pastry Shop
Pan Hellenic Pastry Shop
4.8 (50 ratings)
Greek bakery serving Chicagoland for 40 years offering traditional breads, baklava & savory items.
322 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Pastry shopBakeryImporter
Cinnaholic
Cinnaholic
4.9 (52 ratings)
1295 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
BakeryDessert shop
Molly's Cupcakes
Molly's Cupcakes
4.6 (82 ratings)
179 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Cupcake shopBakeryCatererCoffee shopCookie shopCorporate gift supplierDessert restaurantEvent venueWedding bakery
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 50 Best Foods to Eat in Chicago
"You can probably already tell that we love our cupcakes here in Chicago. More Cupcakes is known for their upscale environment and minimalist display. Stop by for delicious cupcakes with unique toppings."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Cook County

Econo Lodge
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$58 /night
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Modern 420 friendly 2br-2ba loft in Downtown Chicago Michigan avenue
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$135 /night
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3.8 (5093 reviews)
Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago
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$139 /night
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