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Family- and kid-friendly outdoor opportunities put roses in the cheeks and promote a good night's sleep for everyone. Check out our listings for amusement parks, playgrounds, gardens, boat and train rides, farms and farmer's markets, nature centers, zoos, ski slopes, and more.Smith ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 2526 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL This park features outdoor swimming facilities, a gym, baseball fields, and tennis courts. During the summer, it hosts day camp programs; throughout the year, a number of programs are offered, ...
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River ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 5100 N. Francisco Avenue, Chicago, IL Located at the convergence of the Chicago River and canal, River Park offers a rich wildlife habitat, fishing, and a canoe launch, in addition to seasonal environmental programs. ... |
Stanton ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 618 W. Scott Street, Chicago, IL The park offers baseball fields, basketball courts, a swimming pool, and a field house. |
Taylor ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 41 W. 47th Street, Chicago, IL Sitting on West 47th Street, at the heart of the Robert Taylor Homes, Taylor Park features tennis courts, a playground, a swimming pool, and baseball fields. |
Chicago Park DistrictParent rating: ![]() Location: Chicago, IL The Chicago Park District includes more than 7300 acres of parkland, 550 parks, 30 beaches, nine museums, two world-class conservatories, 16 historic lagoons, and 10 bird and wildlife ga...
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Welles ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 2333 W. Sunnyside Avenue, Chicago, IL In the heart of Lincoln Square, at Lincoln and Montrose Avenues, sits the 15-acre Welles Park. The park boasts a European-style gazebo on its west side, which serves as a center... |
South Shore Cultural CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 7059 S. Shore Drive, Chicago, IL Built in 1906 as a country club, the Cultural Center is now run by the Chicago Park District and is open to the public. The center offers everything from music lessons to karate, art c... |
Shoreline SightseeingParent rating: ![]() Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL A Chicago lakefront tradition since 1939, Shoreline offers Lake Michigan sightseeing Skyline Tours, Chicago River Architecture Cruises, and efficient Water Taxis between tourist destinat...
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Independence ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 3945 N. Springfield Avenue, Chicago, IL Independence Park is home to a sprayground, a playground, swimming facilities, tennis courts, and playing fields. |
Odyssey Fun WorldParent rating: ![]() Location: 3440 Odyssey Court, Naperville, IL Arcade games, bumper boats, laser tag, paintball, and more are available at Odyssey Fun World. |
Riis ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 6100 W. Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL Riis Park developed in two distinct halves that are separated by a steep glacial ridge - a remnant of the shoreline of Lake Chicago. The park boasts baseball fields, tennis courts, an ... |
Kathy Osterman BeachParent rating: ![]() Location: W Hollywood Ave and N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL Located at the northernmost tip of Lincoln Park, Osterman Beach, ...
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