Hidden gems - Parks in Chicago, United States not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: Parks in Chicago

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Chicago. This list contains 153 places from Park category.

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Chicago Riverwalk - East End

Park

👍👍 Bellissima passeggiata lungo il fiume. All’ingresso, nella tunnel che passa sotto al ponte, ci sono, sulle pareti, dei disegni che illustrano la storia della città di Chicago.

5.00 (12 reviews)

theMart River Park

Park

👍👍 Fun to go view. Great art visual art place to see sound system is good. It's best to go when it's darker, not so much light. So towards the end of the show is the best time to go sitting here with the water and the ambiance in the mistake of the Chicago Riverwalk is great. It's also good to come her...

5.00 (6 reviews)

Family Park

Park

👍👍 it is my family park only for my family only

5.00 (6 reviews)

Osterman Beach Dunes Natural Area

Park

👍👍 Of all the natural areas I have ever been to, this one has got to be the most impressive. It checks all the boxes for excellent natural areas. It has dirt, grass, water, hills, and depressions. I cannot imagine having a greater experience with natural areas anywhere else.

5.00 (5 reviews)

POP! Heights Park

Park

5.00 (5 reviews)

Hawthorne Playground

Park

5.00 (5 reviews)

Montrose Beach Track & Field

Athletic track

👍👍 I really loved this track because of quality, safe and is not crowded ! Also there is bathroom it's just next to it. And it's freeeeeeee

4.90 (61 reviews)

The Boardwalk | Riverwalk

Park

👍👍 Beautifully renovated Riverwalk boardwalk to oggle at the amazing Chicago architectural fascade. Enjoy my walk here every time I visit Chicago.

4.90 (43 reviews)

Lakefront Hollywood Beach

Park

👍👍 OMG… what a Beautiful beach. This place gives off small town beach vibes. If you are looking for a place that feels tucked away in a big city, this is the place to be. Very quiet during the week. I give this a 5⭐️ Jerry (the pigeon) gives this a 4⭐️ too clean he said.

4.90 (21 reviews)

Loyola Park Natural Area

Park

4.90 (14 reviews)

Schiller Woods Grove #9

Park

4.90 (13 reviews)

Cosme (Margaret) Park

Park

4.90 (12 reviews)

Lakefront Park

Park

👍👍 Amazing park along the lake. First week of May was especially beautiful die to the blossoming trees. Many spots for a photoshoot. Very calming and chilling to seat by the lake with feet in the water. Feels good after a long city walk. There places to run and bike, smooth grass to lie down and e...

4.80 (114 reviews)

River Esplanade Park

Park

A landscaped river walkway leads to a plaza housing the Centennial Fountain & seasonal water cannon.

4.80 (76 reviews)

South Shore Nature Sanctuary

Park

👍👍 A peaceful mid-afternoon walk. The weather was fine. The water a bit too cold for a swim, but I sat and enjoyed the waves. Very rare to have a solo lake experience and I was like a kid. The heat from the sand was welcoming. Best of all....no trash to avoid. The life guards were polite and alert. Can...

4.80 (65 reviews)

Dan Ryan Woods-North

Park

4.80 (62 reviews)

The River Theater | Riverwalk

Park

👍👍 Great place to relax and people, boat, and dog watch.

4.80 (59 reviews)

River Point Park

Park

👍 Wonderful views upriver at night.

4.80 (39 reviews)

Madison Park

Park

4.80 (31 reviews)

Lazarus (Emma) Park

Park

👍👍 I grew up on this park and "the park across the street" will forever hold a place in my heart

4.80 (23 reviews)

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Hidden gems: Parks in Chicago, United States