What Central Park is to New York, Grant Ulysses Park is to Chicago. It is often called “Chicago’s Front Yard” and is a 313-acre green space that can be found right in the heart of the city’s central business district. The centerpiece of the park is considered to be Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, which was built in 1927 to protects the park’s breathtaking lakefront views. Grant Park is home to some of the area’s most notable attractions and features such as the Art Institute of Chicago, Museum Campus, Shedd Aquarium, and the Adler Planetarium. In addition to several breathtaking gardens, the park also houses tennis courts, baseball diamonds, and other designated sport areas. Depending on when you visit, you may be able to attend one of the many events which are held there such as The Grant Park Music Festival or The Taste of Chicago.
Address: Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60602, Phone: 312-742-3918
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