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Hyde Park
Community Area #41 • South Side
Historic South Side neighborhood home to the University of Chicago.
4 attractions3-4 hours2 freeTour Available
MuseumsArchitectureObama connections
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Museum of Science and Industry
The largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere, housed in the former Palace of Fine Arts.
5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637U-505 SubmarineCoal MineScience Storms
3 hrHyde Park
💡 Tip: Illinois residents get free admission on select days.
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University of Chicago Campus
FreeGothic campus featuring stunning architecture including the iconic Rockefeller Chapel.
5801 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637Rockefeller ChapelRobie HouseOriental Institute
1 hrHyde Park
💡 Tip: Free campus tours available through the admissions office.
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Robie House
Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece of Prairie-style architecture.
5757 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637Prairie School designOriginal furnitureGuided tours
45 minHyde Park
💡 Tip: Book tours in advance as they sell out.
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Promontory Point
FreeMan-made peninsula offering spectacular skyline views and lakefront access.
5491 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615Skyline panoramaFire pitsSwimming
30 minBest at sunsetHyde Park
💡 Tip: Popular sunset spot - bring a picnic!
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