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Wrigley FieldvsLincoln Park Zoo
Wrigley Field and Lincoln Park Zoo are both endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Wrigley Field scores marginally higher than Lincoln Park Zoo. Wrigley Field scores 90 with accolades from 11 sources like Not For Tourists, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
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1060 W Addison, Chicago, IL 60613-4397
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Fodor's "With its first major league game played here on April 23, 1914, the venerable, ivy-covered home of the Chicago Cubs is the nation's second-oldest major league ballpark." Full review
Concierge "Catching a game on a sunny afternoon at historic Wrigley Field is a quintessentially American, not-to-be-missed experience."
Not For Tourists "Charm-filled ballpark that remains indifferent to wins or losses."
Travel + Leisure "Ferris Bueller had the right idea: There is no better way to spend a sunny Chicago afternoon than at a Cubs baseball game." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Cubs fans flock to Wrigley Field on game day despite their beloved team’s infamous defeats. Experience the Cubbies’ home field up close in the daily tours offered at Wrigley." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Famous for its ivy walls and lovable losing teams, the stadium is surrounded by turn-of-the-20C flats rather than the usual sea of parking lots." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The century-old, ivy-lined field sits in the middle of the city, providing the sort of intimate baseball experience (and skyline views) that doesn't exist at newer ballparks." Full review
Afar Magazine "It totally hit the spot. Hot Dog. Beer. Cubs Game. Wrigley Field. It really doesn't get any more American or better than that. I was so happy." Full review
On the Grid "The stadium is truly an anchor to the neighborhood and gives the surrounding area it’s own obviously named enclave, Wrigleyville. Nothing beats the charm of the Friendly Confines." Full review
Where "Built in 1914, Wrigley Field is the second oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball, behind Boston’s Fenway Park (1912)." Full review
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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
