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Lincoln Park Zoo
Hours of Operation
- Open daily Apr - Oct: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Nov - Mar: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
2200 N Cannon Dr
Chicago, IL 60614
Chicago, IL 60614
Description
Caring for more than 1,000 animals in reconstructed climates ranging from arctic to desert, the Lincoln Park Zoo exceeds its goal of giving people a way to connect with the natural world. Dozens of separate areas inside the zoo feature species from habitats around the world, such as lions, kangaroos,...
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Updated 11/13/2008
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They ride our trains, eat our food, and read our newspapers. These animals are not ugly, they're just city animals. Alright, some are really nasty, but they can't help it. Listen to them, they might be trying to communicate with you in their animal lan...
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Genaral Admission: free to the public. Donkey Show Extravaganza costs extra.
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Updated 07/25/2009
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The Windy City is one the largest and most amazing cities in the United States; it is also one of the most populous cities in the country following New York and Los Angeles. Originally founded during the very early 1800s, Chicago has truly grown in lea...
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This huge Zoo was originally built in the late 1800s and is one of the oldest zoos in the nation. Noted as also one of the most popular zoos in the nation because it annually will attract more than three millions visitors. Experience amazing and well kept exhibits that offer thousands of different species and habitats. Make sure that you set aside at least half a day during the daytime to really see all that this zoo has to offer visitors.
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Updated 07/13/2009
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My friend Alicia recently told me she didn't understand why people like watermelon so much. "It's 94% water," she said. "I just don't get what all the fuss is about for that 6% of natural sugar." I nearly plotzed when she said this. As anyone who ...
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Good for kids. A healthy, low budget treat that beats the expensive, fried food options at the zoo. You can bring your own watermelon in zip lock bags and have your kids munch on it throughout the day.
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Updated 08/05/2009
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Who says you have to spend a ton of money to get away? Just stay in your neck of the woods and treat yourself to a staycation. Heck, its more fun to know you still have money in your wallet when you return to reality right?
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The Lincoln Park Zoo is FREE every single day! I would suggest avoiding it on the weekend though… a little too crowded.
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Updated 08/08/2009
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Head out with the family, or head out on a romantic date: here are two great ideas for ways to experience Chicago at its finest.
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Updated 11/25/2008
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SF Sweethearts reaches across state borders to include some of our other national gems, including one of our very own Guidespot writers. Join us this week as we explore Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York City.
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Good thing the penguin house has such thick glass. Thick enough to shield the poor puffins from ElGuapo’s B.B. Gun.
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Updated 12/01/2008
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I never knew that Chicago has been featured in so many movies before putting this guide together. It seemed that LA and New York were the major cities to host movie directors, producers and actors. With Batman Begins and The Dark Knight under its belt,...
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Updated 12/03/2008
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You met that special someone. Now keep the spark alive by going on little romantic dates. Chicago is a cold place during the winter, but that just means you need to warm each other up! Here are some fun ideas for the two of you.
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From Thanksgiving to New Years, the LP Zoo has an event called “ZooLights” and decorates the entire park with Christmas lights galore. They also have special attractions such as Santa’s Safari, giant snowglobes, and ice carving.
And as always, admission is free.
