Grant Park, Chicago's principle downtown park, is based on the geometric designs of French parks and features bridges, open lawns, trees, monuments, paths, three museums, and an amazing fountain.
After Chicago's great fire of 1871, the debris and rubble was pushed into the lake creating the fill for what is now the park. Named in honor of America's 18th President Ulysses S. Grant, one of the parks main attractions is the Clarence Buckingham Fountain. Built by Kate Buckingham to honor her late brother, the fountain is based on the Bassin de Latome located at the Palace of Versailles near Paris. A highlight of the fountain is a central jet that shoots water up to 150 feet into the air. The park is a favorite among joggers, bikers, and people wanting to get out and escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a bit. The park is also home to a variety of festivals, concerts, and other events throughout the year. Grant Park offers a relaxing oasis in which to enjoy the beauty of the amazing city of Chicago.
The Grand Tour offers Windy City visitors an encompassing view of Chicago that includes Daley Plaza, Wrigley Field, Grant Park, Soldier Field and much more.
This Inside Chicago tour takes visitors on an eye-opening look of the Chicago landscape with stops by the Hancock Building, the fourth tallest skyscraper in the United States, and more than 20 other historic Chicago landmarks.
We also offer a detail of most tour stops, drive bys and visits with our Tour Connections page.
Brittany, France, Ireland, Galicia, Spain, Scotland and Wales will all be represented during this two day festival of Celtic culture in Chicago, Illinois.
The Chicago Country Music Festival provides fans of country music the perfect opportunity to see many of the biggest names in country perform in the electric atmosphere of The Windy City.
The Chicago Jazz Festival is the city's longest running music festival and features the best jazz artists from the surrounding area and even from around the world.
Some of the biggest country music stars including Jo Dee Messina, SHeDAISY, Phil Vassar, and Glen Campbell will be on hand at Grant Park to bring country music to Chicago.
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