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    Garfield Park Conservatory

    645 Reviews
    #25 of 684 things to do in Chicago
    Historic Sites, Gardens, Nature & Parks, Sights & Landmarks
    300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624-1996
    +1 312-746-5100
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    “Lovely place to visit at Easter”

    Garfield Park Conservatory is a beautiful p[lace to visit any time of the year, but particularly so... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Catherine A
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    Libertyville, Illinois
    “Beautiful bit of summer when the weather isn’t cooperating!”

    We weren’t sure what to expect, but the Garfield Park Conservatory was a lovely escape from winter... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Natalie P
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    Iowa City, Iowa
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    300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624-1996
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Lovely place to visit at Easter

    Garfield Park Conservatory is a beautiful p[lace to visit any time of the year, but particularly so at Easter with all the extra floral decorations. Most of the plant materials are well labelled. Being so close to Lincoln Park Zoo is an added plus.

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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Beautiful bit of summer when the weather isn’t cooperating!

    We weren’t sure what to expect, but the Garfield Park Conservatory was a lovely escape from winter in April. The place is huge and well tended with a variety of blooms, palms, cacti, and even edible fruit. There’s lots for kids to do and an...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Exceeded my expectations

    We stopped in on the way into the city as we were a little ahead a schedule and our hotel might not have been ready for us yet. A slight detour and we were glad we stopped! It is similar to the another conservatory we...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Spring Flower Explosion

    Oh, the Spring Flowers were bursting with color and fragrance. Also enjoyed the Palm Room and the Desert Room. Suggest layering so you can take off clothing as you go through the hot humid or hot dry zones. Take pictures and take time to read...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Splendid

    This is a wonderful garden. A little off the beaten path, but well worth the trip. It is the largest indoor garden with a wide variety of plants, flower shows and a children’s play area. I have going there for over 20 years and still...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    A relaxing visit

    What a lovely place to visit in the middle of a cold Chicago winter. It's beautiful and peaceful. Good parking and a nice place for kids too.

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Good place to sit down, but not much else.

    If you are tired from all of the walking and need to sit down, this place offers respite from the elements. But, some of the plants are fake, which is disappointing.

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Nice place to escape winter

    6 different atrium, each different from one another. Desert, spring flowers, fruit trees, palm trees and the fern room. All rooms were lovely, but the fern room was spectacular!green and lush with a beautiful koi pond. A great place to get rejuvenated in the cold...More

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Engaging Gem in a Cold Chicago Winter...or any time

    This is one of the nicest pitstops in Chicago at any time of year. Plus---it's free! Step in, and breathe. Rooms of misted ferns, exotic greenery, succulents, cactuses, cool little meat-eating Venus flytraps (!!!)...just a lovely respite. I live in NY and our botanical gardens...More

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Sunday funday

    This beautiful place is just 1.5 miles from home and I don’t think I’ve ever been here. We will definitely be back we absolutely loved it.. Relaxed Sunday morning the smells were too die for.. Parking was free and very easy to access.. Very romantic...More

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    The Christmas flowers will be there now. 90 minutees to 2 hrs is what I would book.
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