Everything you need to know about visiting Grant Park (337 E Randolph St, Chicago, Illinois 60601).
Dubbed “Chicago’s front yard,” Grant Park’s 319-acre expanse is a popular destination for residents and tourists alike, encompassing notable landmarks such as Millennium Park, the Art Institute of Chicago, Buckingham Fountain and Museum Campus. Named for President Ulysses S. Grant, the park frequently hosts festivals, road races and other special events. Wherever you happen to end up in the park, you’ll be reminded that you’re still in the middle of Chicago by the spectacular views of the city’s skyline.
The best place for fests
Grant Park’s spacious confines make it an ideal spot for summer festivals. In July, the park hosts Taste of Chicago, which brings together food vendors from across the city and concerts featuring local and national performers. In August, Lollapalooza takes over the most of the park, hosting more than 100,000 attendees during four days of non-stop concerts.
Grant Park’s geyser
The backdrop of countless selfies and Instagram photos, Buckingham Fountain is one of Grant Park’s most recognizable sights. Spewing 1.5 million gallons of water between April and October, the marble fountain puts on a water display every 20 minutes—a version of the show featuring lighting and music happens each evening from 9–10pm.
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