South Chicago Township · Parks & Gardens
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Lurie Garden
South Chicago Township · Parks & Gardens
Lurie Garden is a natural-style public garden located at the southern end of Millennium Park in downtown Chicago, Illinois. It is known for its seasonal plantings, native herbaceous plants, and urban ecological landscapes, and is referred to as the 'Secret Garden' of Millennium Park.
Millennium Park
South Chicago Township · Parks & Gardens
Millennium Park is a representative urban park located in downtown Chicago, Illinois, part of the northwest corner of Grant Park, offering a comprehensive cultural and recreational space. The park is famous for its large public art installations, postmodern architecture, and lush gardens, making it one of the most popular free attractions in Chicago and the entire Midwest, attracting over ten million visitors each year. Millennium Park is bordered by Michigan Avenue to the west and the Lake Michigan waterfront area to the east, easily connecting the Art Institute of Chicago and downtown shopping streets, making it an ideal starting point or stopover for a Chicago itinerary.