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Lincoln Park Zoo

One of the oldest zoos in the country, and one of the few still free, in a lakeside park with a conservatory next door.

Official Website
Photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel · CC BY-SA 4.0
Open
Every day
Price
Free
Time Needed
2–3 hours
Address
2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614Google MapsApple Maps
Getting There
Bus 22, 151 or 156.

Why Go

Founded in 1868, the zoo has lions, gorillas, polar bears and a farm for children, all free. The glass Lincoln Park Conservatory and the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool are steps away.

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