Vacation in Lincoln Park

Located three miles north of the Mag Mile, you'll find tons of things to do in Lincoln Park. With Lake Michigan, shopping, theaters, movies, museums, a world-class zoo, and a variety of dining options, Lincoln Park has fun and excitement for any season.

Accommodations

Trying to find a unique place to stay? Whether you are looking for a quaint bed and breakfast or an award-winning hotel, Lincoln Park has accommodations for everyone and every budget. Make the most of your trip - stay over-night so you can see and do it all!

Dining Out

Lincoln Park is home to a variety of world cuisines, from sushi and falafel, to Chinese, French, Indian-and of course, the Chicago Hot Dog. Whether it's fine dining or a quick bite, Lincoln Park has something for everyone's budget.

Cultural Institutions

Chicago Historical Society

Get lost in Chicago's past at this major museum and research center devoted to Chicago and American history. CHS is open Monday - Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 5:00 p.m.

Lincoln Park Zoo

The nation's oldest free zoos in the country, Lincoln Park Zoo is home to more than 1,300 animals. Lincoln Park Zoo is open 365 days a year, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Be dazzled by beautiful wildflowers and exotic butterflies and re-connect with the natural world.

Lincoln Park Conservatory

The Conservatory ranks among the finest in the horticultural world, displaying exotic palms, orchids and ferns in four glass buildings alongside three acres of magnificent outdoor gardens. Free. Open 9a.m. to 5p.m.

Lincoln Park Fun and Activities

Chicago Park District Parks

Lincoln Park is home to dozens of parks for picnics, play time, get-togethers, and sports activities -- tennis, basketball, softball, and football, just to name a few. Find a park near you.

Lincoln Park Boat Club

The Lincoln Park Boat Club offers members a variety of paddling and rowing crafts that can be navigated through the lagoon, the Chicago River, and Lake Michigan. Read more about the Lincoln Park Boat Club.

North Avenue Beach House

The North Avenue Beach House provides beachgoers with concession stands, restrooms, recreational equipment rental and more. Read more about the North Avenue Beach House.

Sculpture Program

In 2001, in an effort to bring new public art to Lincoln Park, Alderman Vi Daley launched the Lincoln Park Community Art Initiative 2002 to give new sculptors exhibition opportunities. Read more about the Sculpture Program.

Wizard of Oz Tin Man

Lions and tigers and bears! Oh my! It's not Oz, but Lincoln Park's most famous resident, the Tin Man, keeps watch to protect Lincoln Parkers from flying monkeys and evil witches. Read more about the Tin Man.