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Chicago Cultural CentervsLincoln Park Zoo
Both are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Lincoln Park Zoo scores marginally better than Chicago Cultural Center. Lincoln Park Zoo comes in at 90 with recommendations from 13 reviewers such as On the Grid, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Chicago Cultural Center
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78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL 60601
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Fodor's "Built in 1897 as the city's original public library, this huge building houses the Chicago Office of Tourism Visitor Information Center, as well as a gift shop, galleries, and a concert hall." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located in the Loop, the Chicago Cultural Center is known for both its impressive architecture and its free programming, which includes more than 1,000 events each year." Full review
Time Out "Stop for a coffee and Danish after taking in an exhibit, lecture, film or concert at the Chicago Cultural Center." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Serves as a free cultural venue, hosting experimental dance, contemporary art, and live music (from chamber music to children’s concerts)." Full review
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Don’t leave without getting a picture under the world’s largest stained glass Tiffany Dome.
Not For Tourists "The spot for free lectures, exhibits, concerts, and movies."
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This marvelous Neoclassical palazzo served as the city's first library when completed in 1897." Full review
On the Grid "This iconic landmark is a welcome center for visitors and Chicago residents alike." Full review
Where "This national historic landmark is a showplace for the performing, literary and visual arts, featuring a huge variety of programs presented by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs." Full review
Time Out "Everything you need to know about visiting the Chicago Cultural Center (78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602).
On any given day at the Chicago Cultural Center, you might find a free..." Full review
Time Out "This Buddhist organization hosts peace conferences every month that are open to the public." Full review
Lincoln Park Zoo Fodor's
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2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
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Fodor's "At this urban enclave near Lake Michigan, you can face off with lions (separated by a window, of course) outside the Kovler Lion House." Full review
Concierge "Although it's charmingly small, you should still allow yourself two to three hours to wander the paths among landmark Georgian Revival brick buildings and colorful flower gardens."
Time Out "See some 1,200 animals, from apes to zebras, at the oldest and one of only a few free zoos left in the country." Full review
Frommer's "One of the city's treasures, this family-friendly attraction is not only open every day of the year, but it's also free." Full review
Not For Tourists "Oldest free zoo in the U.S."
Travel + Leisure "With more than 1,250 animals, Lincoln Park Zoo ranks as one of the finest in the country." Full review
Travel + Leisure "To experience the true definition of “urban oasis,” stroll in and around this 14-acre ecosystem with the backdrop of the Chicago skyline." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Visit this urban ecosystem at Lincoln Park Zoo, where birds, fish, frogs, turtles, and insects frolic among native plants." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Stroll around this 14-acre ecosystem, with the the Chicago skyline as its backdrop, and you’ll experience the true definition of “urban oasis." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"This 2ha working farm constructed as part of Lincoln Park Zoo offers city children a chance to commune with rural life." Full review
