Millennium Park

About

24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 93,734 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 21 rated parks we list in Chicago.

It keeps the same hours every day — 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a paid lot, free street parking, metered street parking and a paid garage. And if it does not suit, 20 more parks in Chicago are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Chicago.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 93,734 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in Chicago
Measured against the 21 rated parks we track in Chicago.
A genuine local landmark
93,734 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (6:00 AM – 11:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
93,734 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

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Common questions about Millennium Park

What is Millennium Park?

24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater. It is a park in Chicago, IL, at Chicago.

What are the opening hours at Millennium Park?

Millennium Park is open 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Millennium Park?

Yes — Millennium Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Millennium Park?

Parking options here include a paid lot, free street parking, metered street parking and a paid garage.

Is Millennium Park good for kids?

Yes — Millennium Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Millennium Park rated?

Millennium Park holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 93,734 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Chicago has 20 other parks listed on AllParx, including Burnham Park Promontory Point, Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park and Garfield Park Conservatory.