Things to do in Oak Park

Activities, attractions and tours

Chicago showing a house and heritage architecture
Ernest Hemingway Museum and House which includes food and interior views
Ernest Hemingway Museum and House featuring interior views
Ernest Hemingway Museum and House featuring signage and a house
Ernest Hemingway Museum and House featuring flowers, café scenes and interior views

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Architecture River Tour

Architecture River Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 1455 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €42 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €36 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Eastside Chicago The Heist Exploration Game and Tour

Eastside Chicago The Heist Exploration Game and Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 35 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €8 per adult*
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Attractions

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360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

Activity duration is 30 minutes
8.4 out of 10 with 663 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €26 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Rosemont: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Rosemont: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Activity duration is 1 hour
6.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €83 per traveller
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What to do in Oak Park

Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field featuring central business district, a city and a sporting event

Wrigley Field

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.

Wrigley Field
Magnificent Mile - River North showing street scenes, signage and night scenes

Michigan Avenue

4.5/5(14 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Michigan Avenue
Navy Pier

Navy Pier

4/5(125 reviews)

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.

Navy Pier
McCormick Place

McCormick Place

4.5/5(36 reviews)

Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.

McCormick Place
Millennium Park featuring street scenes, autumn leaves and modern architecture

Millennium Park

4.5/5(147 reviews)

A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.

Millennium Park
Soldier Field which includes a city, modern architecture and a skyscraper

Soldier Field

4/5(44 reviews)

Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

Soldier Field
Grant Park

Grant Park

4.5/5(96 reviews)

Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.

Grant Park
Chicago Riverwalk featuring a bay or harbour, a city and a river or creek

Chicago Riverwalk

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Stroll along the waterfront of the Chicago River to pass some of the city’s most appealing attractions and appreciate how a once grim area has been successfully revamped.

Chicago Riverwalk
Six Flags Great America which includes rides

Six Flags Great America

Spend a day at this sprawling theme park to enjoy an array of thrilling roller coaster rides, a water park and entertainment for kids of all ages.

Six Flags Great America
Chicago which includes a city and a high-rise building as well as a family

Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Is Oak Park worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Oak Park is explore Michigan Avenue. Check this major sight off your itinerary, then discover more of this area's history and culture.
How do I spend a day in Oak Park?
Begin your day with a visit to Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park. Then, check out other parts of Oak Park for tasty eats and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Oak Park?
Michigan Avenue is one of the top tourist attractions in Oak Park and should feature high on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Oak Park?
You can easily tick off top sights like Brookfield Zoo, Galloping Ghost and Madison Street Theatre with a three-day getaway in Oak Park. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Chicago.
Is Oak Park a walkable city?
Some top sights in Oak Park, such as Madison Street Theatre and Trailside Museum of Natural History, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometres from the city centre of Oak Park is South Austin and Austin is 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Oak Park with kids?
Planning what to do in Oak Park with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Oak Park for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Oak Park, with experiences for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to McCormick Place or Wintrust Arena.
Are there free things to do in Oak Park?
In Oak Park, Galloping Ghost is an unmissable spot for anyone wishing to see the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the local neighbourhoods and parks, and ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. It's a great way to discover the best free things to do in Oak Park.