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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Lincoln Park Zoo.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Explore Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, a free, family-friendly attraction showcasing wildlife and beautiful gardens in an urban setting.
Experience the charm of Lincoln Park Zoo, a free and family-friendly oasis in Chicago that showcases a diverse range of animal species, delightful gardens, and engaging exhibits. This historic zoo offers tourists a unique opportunity to connect with wildlife in a beautiful urban setting, making it an essential stop during your visit to the Windy City.
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Lincoln Park Zoo.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Public Bus
From Cicero, head to the nearest bus stop and take the CTA Bus #54A (Cermak) towards Kedzie. Ride for about 15-20 minutes until you reach the Kedzie & Cermak stop. Transfer to the Pink Line train at Kedzie station. Take the Pink Line towards 18th and ride for about 15 minutes until you reach the Damen station. Exit the train and walk to the Damen Bus stop. From there, take the #50 Damen bus towards the Chicago River. Ride for about 15 minutes until you reach the Fullerton & Damen stop. The Lincoln Park Zoo will be a short walk from there, located at 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614.
Train
Make your way to the nearest Metra station in Cicero. Take the Metra Southwest Service train towards Union Station. Travel for about 20 minutes and disembark at the Union Station. From Union Station, walk to the Clark/Lake subway station and take the Brown Line train towards Kimball. Ride for approximately 20 minutes and get off at the Fullerton station. From there, it's a short walk to Lincoln Park Zoo, located at 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614.
Walking
If you are near the Cicero Community Park, you can walk to the nearest bus stop at Cicero & 31st. Catch the CTA Bus #47 (Western) going north. After about 30 minutes, get off at Western & Fullerton. From here, walk east along Fullerton Ave for about 15 minutes until you reach Lincoln Park Zoo at 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614.
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