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River Esplanade Park

Tourist attraction Park

A landscaped river walkway leads to a plaza housing the Centennial Fountain & seasonal water cannon. People often mention walk, river, nice,


Address

401 E River Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, United States

Website

www.chicagoparkdistrict.com

Contact

+1 312-742-7891

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (76 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 6 am to 11 pm
  • Monday: (Washington's Birthday), 6 am to 11 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 6 am to 11 pm
  • Wednesday: 6 am to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 6 am to 11 pm
  • Friday: 6 am to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 6 am to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: walk (12) river (8) nice (6)
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  • 5/5 Matthew H. 11 months ago on Google • 1041 reviews
    Decent area to walk around at near the river. It was pretty.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paco Ramirez N. 1 year ago on Google
    An unforgetable landscape to see talking a long walk. Super recommendation.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ash 8 months ago on Google • 273 reviews
    Fancy part of downtown, you'll see more doggos in strollers than kids.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saurabh K. 7 years ago on Google • 145 reviews
    A superb place to relax with your family after a long walk in the Navy Pier area. This has a very cool breeze place to sit and relax near a nice waterfall and is sort of hidden away until you find it. Completely worth it peace to in wind!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jason T. 2 years ago on Google • 17 reviews
    Usually it's a nice place to take a nice walk with your lady especially late at night. With the city lights and moon reflecting off the river, creates a nice atmosphere. What I like the most about this area, is the fountain. Unfortunately due to the state of the world, it was shut off. The sound of the water fall is very relaxing and soothing. I hope l get to enjoy it before the summer ends.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Urban T. 5 years ago on Google • 2308 reviews
    Very nice and tranquil. Ideal for a tranquil walk by the river

  • 5/5 Patrick C. 4 years ago on Google • 9 reviews
    It seems like I review strictly five stars but this was a cool as hell fountain. Big fountain fan. Love that you get to walk under a portion and also watch it from a distance if so desired.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sandra C. 2 years ago on Google • 290 reviews
    It seems like I survey stringently five stars however this was a cool as hellfire wellspring. Enormous wellspring fan. Love that you will stroll under a part and furthermore watch it from a good ways assuming this is the case wanted.

  • 4/5 Sakthi (. 1 year ago on Google • 134 reviews
    A good place to walk along the river if you don't want to cross the bridge to get to the river walk. Good for running, walking dogs or even to just relax. Once the fountain is back up, it's even better and they have an hourly thing with the fountain where a water arc is created across the river. I hope they bring that back this summer (2023). There are also a couple of bars with outdoor seating for some drinks and food.

  • 5/5 Larry N. 10 months ago on Google • 124 reviews
    It’s always a joy and relaxing to spend time on the Chicago River! Amazing weather; sceneries, and architecture! I highly recommend the boat tour if you’re interested in learning about the history of the city and early architecture. Enjoy!

  • 4/5 Jay C. 4 years ago on Google • 66 reviews
    There's a charming esthetic to the area. It's really beautiful at night and great for an evening walk. Finding parking is a nightmare but if you are in the area or on a date, it's worth checking out.

  • 5/5 Summer R. 4 years ago on Google
    love this walk right on the river with great view. love to come here at night when you can hear how city slows down and goes to sleep

  • 5/5 R B. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful every time of the day! If you love rivers, citylines, long walks, people watching, old overarching bridges, grabbing a drink by the water...

  • 5/5 P L M. 6 years ago on Google
    Lovely place for a walk any time of day. Water canon blasts over the river on the hour from late spring through early fall.

  • 5/5 Stewart R. 6 years ago on Google
    Very nice place for a family of a romantic walk. Watch the boats go by or sit at an outdoor cafe and enjoy the beauty.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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