Burnham Park Promontory Point: A Serene Escape in Chicago

Getting There

• Public Bus

  From Naperville, head to the Naperville Metra Station located at 105 E 4th Ave. Once there, take the Metra train towards Chicago Union Station. After arriving at Union Station, switch to the CTA Pink Line. Ride the Pink Line until you reach the 18th Avenue station. From 18th Avenue, transfer to the CTA Bus #28 towards 'Stony Island'. Ride the bus until you get to the stop at '53rd St & Dusable Lk Shore Dr'. From the bus stop, it is a short walk to Burnham Park Promontory Point.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer biking, you can rent a bike from a local bike-sharing service. Start at the Naperville Riverwalk and head east to connect to the DuPage River Trail. Follow the trail north until you reach the Illinois Prairie Path. Continue on the Illinois Prairie Path, which eventually leads you to the Lakefront Trail. Follow the Lakefront Trail north until you reach Burnham Park Promontory Point, located at 5491 S Dusable Lk Shore Dr.

• Walking

  If you're feeling adventurous and want to explore, you can walk to the Naperville Metra Station at 105 E 4th Ave. Take a Metra train to Chicago Union Station. From there, it's about a 30-minute walk to Burnham Park Promontory Point. Head east on W Adams St, then turn right on S State St. Continue south until you reach E 55th St, and then head east until you see the entrance to Burnham Park Promontory Point.

• Rideshare

  Use a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft. Simply enter 'Burnham Park Promontory Point' or the address '5491 S Dusable Lk Shr Dr, Chicago, IL 60615' as your destination. The drivers are familiar with the area and can drop you off right at the park entrance.