Lincoln Park Zoo · Chicago: visitor guide

Lincoln Park · Parks and waterfront

Explore a zoo with free general admission in a park north of downtown. Combine the visit with a walk through the surrounding park. Animal-building hours may differ from grounds hours, and free admission does not cover every special event. Continue towards North Avenue Beach if you want a longer walk.

Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Hours and fees may change; check the official link before visiting.

Free general admission; special events may differ

Combine the visit with a walk through the surrounding park. Animal-building hours may differ from grounds hours, and free admission does not cover every special event. Continue towards North Avenue Beach if you want a longer walk.

Consider the weather alongside the day’s visiting programme.

Suggested: 1.5–3 hours

Photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel · CC BY-SA 4.0