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Chicago Botanic Garden Tours
Looking for a relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of the city? Head north to the Chicago Botanic Garden and spend the day taking in the colorful beauty of the natural world. Opened in 1972, the Garden is one of the most visited public gardens in the United States. Covering 385 acres, it includes 24 display gardens and four natural areas spread out across nine islands surrounded by lakes. Visitors can stroll through themed areas such as the Japanese Garden, Rose Garden, and English Walled Garden. Bird-watching enthusiasts will be in heaven with 225 different species of birds flying around the grounds and wildlife lovers can keep an eye out for deer, foxes, coyotes and beavers.
For those wanting a quick overview of the Garden, 35-minute tram tours whisk you around the grounds while describing all of the highlights. Photography buffs might consider joining one of the free photography tours offered the first Saturday of each month. Other activities change with the seasons but may include flower shows, children’s story time, and art exhibitions.
Practical Info
The Chicago Botanic Garden is located at 1000 Lake Cook Road in Glencoe, Illinois, about 20 miles northeast of Chicago. It is within walking distance of the Braeside Metra station on the Union Pacific North line, which runs from downtown Chicago’s Ogilve Transportation Center . For train schedules, visit www.metrarail.com. From the Braeside station, walk west one mile along Lake Cook Road to the entrance. Parking is also available at $20 per car.
Admission to the Garden is free and hours are generally 8 a.m. to sunset. Visit www.chicagobotanic.org for information about tour schedules and special events, as well as suggested.
Photo courtesy of Cbgde08 via Wikimedia Commons
Address: 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe 60022, USA
Hours: See website
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Chicago Instagram Walking Tour: Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive)
Our Chicago Walking Instagram Tour will take you to the most Instagrammable spots in Chicago all in one day. If you are looking for a little bit of culture, some amazing architecture, & a ton of great photos then this is the tour for you.
The morning will start with meeting with your friendly local guide at the meeting point. From there your tour will begin as you start your day walking throughout Chicago and exploring the most famous locations in the city.
This half-day tour will be fully packed with famous landmarks, vintage architecture, secretly located spots and much much more!
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Full schedule
10:00 AM- Meet your Guide at the Grand Subway Station
10:10 AM- Walk along Magnificent Mile
10:20 AM- Stop at Wrigley Building & admire Tribune Tower
10:50 AM- Explore Pioneer Court
11:20 AM- Explore Millennium Park & see Cloud Gate
11:55 AM- Check out an Iconic fountain
12:20 AM- Chicago Riverwalk
1:00 PM- Explore Navy Pier
2:00 PM- Get dropped off by your guide at Millennium station
…More
From
US$249.00
Price varies by group size
From
US$249.00
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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