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10 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60603
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Chicago, Illinois Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago, Illinois Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo
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2200 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60614
312-742-2000
http://www.lpzoo.org/
Category:  Family / Kids
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Enter a world of wildlife underneath a city skyline of skyscrapers at Chicago's popular Lincoln Park Zoo. A favorite for families, this free zoo is a lush green setting of natural environments that has charmed generations of animal lovers. From gorillas to lions and tropical rainforests to spacious savannas, Lincoln Park Zoo offers an immense animal experience along with plenty of opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment.

 

If you are heading off to the Lincoln Park Zoo, you will want to fuel up with a great breakfast and stay in our beautiful accommodations.  Our Bed and Breakfast Package that is available all days of the week, so you can visit the Chicago Zoo anytime, includes:

  • Upscale hotel room
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast for two in Ada's Restaurant
  • Rates from $149.00 per night

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Details

Hours -

10AM - 5PM April through May and September through October, 10AM - 4:30PM November through March, 10AM - 5PM weekdays Memorial Day through Labor Day (gates open until 6PM), 10AM - 6:30PM weekends Memorial Day through Labor Day (gates open until 7PM)
 

Prices -

Free
 

Events -

Second Saturday garden tours, Yoga at the Zoo (June through September), United Run for the Zoo (summer) and numerous daily activities and events
 

Activities

  • Get up close and personal with wild animals in their natural habitats
  • Ride a carousel of endangered species
  • Sign up for daily activities and learn more about your favorite animals
  • Dine in the zoo at numerous eating and
    snack options
  • Buy a souvenir to remember your trip in the Wild Things Gift Shop
 
Lincoln Park Zoo is located off Lake Shore Drive, minutes from downtown Chicago with easy access via public transportation – CTA buses 151 and 156 both arrive at the zoo. Parking is available at the zoo for a fee.
You’ll find all kinds of fun animal adventures at Lincoln Park Zoo. Observe all of your favorite animals in their natural environments, sign up for a daily learning program, choose from a variety of dining options, explore Wild Things Gift Shop and take a ride on the Endangered Species Carousel.

FAQs

What are the hours of operation?


10AM - 5PM April through May and September through October, 10AM – 4:30PM November through March, 10AM - 5PM weekdays Memorial Day through Labor Day (gates open until 6PM), 10AM – 6:30PM weekends Memorial Day through Labor Day (gates open until 7PM)

How much does it cost to visit Lincoln Park Zoo?


Zoo admission is free.

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Driving Direction to Lincoln Park Zoo From or The Silversmith Hotel & Suites