Lincoln Park Zoo

Chicago Lincoln Park Zoo


The Chicago lakefront is one of the gems of this fine city. Millennium Park and North Avenue Beach are premier tourist destinations along the lakefront, but just a bit north is the Lincoln Park Zoo. The Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago is set against a beautiful park near tons of great restaurants and shopping destinations. And if you’re looking for Lincoln Park Zoo tickets, we’re glad to tell you that the zoo is open 365 days a year and free! We’ll tell you about the Lincoln Park Zoo hours as well. When you’re done, come to Skydeck Chicago and cap off your night with a panoramic view of the Chicago skyline.

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Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago Is Free!

Many attractions in Chicago charge for admission. However, if you’re looking to save while visiting for business or pleasure, the Lincoln Park Zoo is free of charge. (However, they’re free of charge because of visitor donations, so they encourage you to donate at the door.) Your Lincoln Park Zoo ticket funds a community of wildlife lovers from around the city and the world. Don’t forget to check out the annual ZooLights celebration when the holidays come around! 

If you’re looking for another Chicago attraction worth visiting, checking out Skydeck Chicago and The Ledge on the 103rd floor is the perfect beginning or end to any Chicago excursion. It’s not too far from Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, and no Chicago vacation is complete without it!

What’s at the Lincoln Park Zoo?

The Lincoln Park Zoo hours are seasonal, but in any case, they give you plenty of time to cover a lot of ground. The Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago features nearly 200 species, including macaques, meerkats, and snow leopards. There’s also a vast selection of plants from around the world assembled into various gardens. And if you’re looking to fill up during your day in Chicago, the legendary Willis Tower features great options up in the sky and the food hall on the ground floor.

A Chicago Vacation Isn’t Complete Without Skydeck

The flexible Lincoln Park Zoo hours are just one way to spend a day in the city of Chicago. If you’re looking to experience a little bit of nature in the city, your Lincoln Park Zoo ticket is worth the donation. There’s more in this city, and you can continue your journey at Skydeck Chicago. There, you’ll see the tallest observatory in the Midwest and marvel at up to four states’ worth of sights in a single look. Check out our guides to River North and Ukrainian Village to plan your Chicago getaway further!