Lurie Garden sits at the southern end of Millennium Park in downtown Chicago, at 220 E Monroe St. Its paths, boardwalk, water feature and planting beds offer a quiet change of pace, with Chicago’s high-rises rising behind the garden. Look for native plants, seasonal flowers such as tulips and daffodils, and bees among the plantings. Benches tucked along the paths make it easy to pause. Visit in spring or summer for more blooms, or come for a calm walk and a different view of the city.
A garden in Millennium Park
Lurie Garden is at the southern end of Millennium Park, near the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and a short walk from Cloud Gate. Its planting beds and paths offer a quieter place to walk within downtown Chicago. The garden was conceived as a sanctuary for city residents, visitors and local wildlife.
The design is by GGN, Piet Oudolf and Robert Israel. Plantings include perennials, bulbs, grasses, shrubs and trees. A tall hedge divides the garden into distinct areas, including a shaded section with trees and plants suited to shade.
Plants, paths and city views
The planting changes with the seasons. Spring can bring tulips and daffodils, while native plants and grasses provide texture beyond the main flowering periods. Bees and butterflies are among the wildlife found among the plants.
Follow the paths and boardwalk past a water feature, then pause at one of the benches. The garden’s plantings frame views of the surrounding high-rises, giving you a different perspective on the downtown skyline. On some visits, music from orchestra practice at the nearby pavilion can be heard from the garden.
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Where is Lurie Garden?
It is in Millennium Park at 220 E Monroe St, at the southern end of the park.
What can you see at Lurie Garden?
The garden has seasonal flowers, native plantings, a boardwalk, a water feature and views of Chicago’s high-rises. Bees and butterflies can also be found among the plants.
When is a good time to visit?
Spring and summer are good seasons for seeing flowers in bloom. Early mornings and weekdays can be quieter.
Is Lurie Garden accessible?
The listed amenities include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking.
