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Lincoln Park Zoo

2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
312-742-2000
As featured in Chicago For free and 1 other guide
Monkey
Polar bear playing with tourists
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154 visitor photos
Ranked #18 of 323 attractions in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 453 Reviews
Type: Zoos
Activities: Viewing wildlife
Fee: No
Owner description: Established in 1868, this 35-acre, beautifully landscaped zoo is one of America's last free-admission zoos. The Great Ape House has one of the best...... more » Owner description: Established in 1868, this 35-acre, beautifully landscaped zoo is one of America's last free-admission zoos. The Great Ape House has one of the best assemblages of gorillas and chimpanzees in the world. « less
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Wilmette, IL
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Christmas lights”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Very nice as always, but the penguins are gone! This is an annual event More

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Countryside, Illinois
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Free-in a world-class city”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

A free zoo in a big city. You cant beat it. It was crowded, but not so that you couldnt navigate. A lot of school kids. I heard the parking is outrageous, so we decided to stop there while biking the lakefront. It was great strolling around. The big cats were inside. The seals were a-swimming. The highlight of our... More

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Moscow, Russia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Zoo in Chicago.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Not touched. More a Park than a zoo. Not a lot of fun. More

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Ottawa, Canada
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58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Lots of fun for kids”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

A fun zoo in the middle of Chicago. Easy to get to and there is no admission charge for the facility. What I liked best is the information provided at each station. Kids will have a great time, however, for the younger ones, you may want to come over a couple of days. More

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Da Nang, Vietnam
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Zoo=Free Parking=$$$$”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW
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Hard to dislike one of the last free Zoo's in the US. Not the biggest or best of Zoo's, but they do a pretty darned good job with a limited budget and old facility! My beef was with the very expensive parking (the ONLY available!). I dont know where the money goes for the parking, but it SHOULD go to... More

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Oakridge, Oregon
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“Beautiful grounds for people-not for animals”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We went to the zoo on a perfect day in May. Stunning weather. We had just finished a visit with our Chicago greeter and it was our drop off point. The walk in was beautiful--wonderful lagoon, great statue of Grant, nice wide pathways. Lots of others out enjoying the setting and a perfect sunny day. We were hungry after our... More

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Toronto, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Best Free zoo around!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Kid Friendly , lots to see, can't believe there is no charge. Especially loved penguins and Africa exhibit More

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Sarasota, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Beautiful...and free!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

This zoo was amazing...beautiful habitats, loads of animals and very friendly staff. There was even a "farm" where children could feed the cows, see chickens hatching, climb on a real tractor, watch cows being milked....without even leaving the city. Sure wish my grandchildren had been with us. Next to the zoo is a beautiful conservatory filled with plants of all... More

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Kirksey, KY
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“A free zoo”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

It's a zoo. It's free. You can't beat that combination. It's in a beautiful part of the city. It's easily reachable by bus. The zoo is well maintained and clean. More

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Chicago, Illinois
Top Contributor
53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
“Fun and Free”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Set in beautiful Lincoln Park, this free city zoo is clearly cared for by a dedicated staff and committed volunteers. More

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