Lincoln Park ZooDescriptionEstablished in 1868, Lincoln Park Zoo began with a pair of swans donated by New York's Central Park. The zoo grew through donations of animals from Chicago residents and the purchase of a collection from the Barnum and Bailey Circus. This 35-acre beautifully landscaped zoo truly corresponds the term "zoological gardens": landmark Georgian Revival brick buildings and modern structures sit among gently rolling pathways, green lawns, and flower gardens. Lincoln Park Zoo is particularly famous for its Great Ape House, it features one of the best assemblages of gorillas and chimpanzees in the world. Other attractions include the popular Sea Lion Pool, Small Mammal-Reptile House, Lion House and Elephant House.
Entrance FeeFree admission.
Operating HoursGeneral Hours:
Grounds 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Buildings and Farm 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
In summer weekends grounds are open until 7 p.m., buildings and farm are open until 6:30 p.m.
Winter Hours (November 1 — March 31):
Grounds close at 5 p.m.
Buildings close at 4:30 p.m.
Getting ThereLincoln Park Zoo is located just minutes north of downtown Chicago, just off Lake Shore Drive at the Fullerton Parkway exit. From I-94, exit at either Fullerton Parkway or North Avenue and go east.
There is free trolley service from area CTA stations and parking garages weekends and holidays.
2001 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (312) 742-2000
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