When is Harold Washington Park open?
Every day, 6 AM–9 PM.
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ParkIndian Village
Harold Washington Park
- 4.5582 reviews
- Free
- Open now · till 9 pm
Harold Washington Park is a peaceful lakefront green space in Hyde Park featuring open lawns, tree-lined paths, and native plantings that invite leisurely strolls and birdwatching. Expect scenic waterfront views, walking trails, and picnic spots—ideal for families, dog walkers, and anyone seeking a quiet outdoor respite by the lake.
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When is the best time to visit Harold Washington Park?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is Harold Washington Park indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors: best on a dry day.
Where is Harold Washington Park?
5200 S Hyde Park Blvd,Chicago, IL 60615.
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Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
This is its best hour in the next five days.
In its favour
- Open till 9 pm
- Best in the afternoon
- Outdoors
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- Feels
- 56°
- Rain
- 9%
- Wind
- 8mph
- 4pm
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- 6pm56°
The next five days
Best time to go
Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
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Plan your visit
Hours
Open now · till 9 pm- monday
- 6 AM–9 PM
- tuesday
- 6 AM–9 PM
- wednesday
- 6 AM–9 PM
- thursday
- 6 AM–9 PM
- friday
- 6 AM–9 PM
- saturday
- 6 AM–9 PM
- sundayToday
- 6 AM–9 PM
Where and how
- 1 Harold Washington Park
- 2 번햄 파크 프로몬토리 포인트 · 14 min
- 3 Lakefront Trail · 14 min
- 4 Griffin Museum of Science and Industry · 20 min
Good to know
- Outdoors
- Free to visit
- Good with kids
- Good for solo
- Good for small groups
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.5from 582 reviews
Known for
- Nature walks
- Photography
- Picnics
- Scenic views
- Waterfront
- Walking trails
The feel
- Spacious
- Quiet
- Historic
- Family friendly
- Tourists
- Pet owners
Around Indian Village
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a light layer.
Light layerThe whole time