63rd Street Beach

Swimming is permitted only when lifeguards are present during beach season running the Friday before Memorial weekend and closing after Labor Day each year. During the season, swimming is permitted and lifeguards are on duty at all beaches from 11am - 7pm.

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    (312) 742-5121

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    chicagoparkdistrict.com

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6300 S Lake Shore Dr (at Hayes Dr) Chicago , IL 60649 United States

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lakefront scenic views free admission picnics beach lakes well city piers
Explore Chicago

63rd Street beach is located in Jackson Park , one of Chicago’s oldest and most significant parks , designed by Olmsted & Vaux, who also designed New York’s Central Park . Read more

Chicago Park District

Head to Nightmare at 63rdSt. Beach House Oct. 28-30 from 6:30 – 9:30pm. Set in the historic beach house , this haunted house features terrifying scenes spanning 2 floors. Ages 12 & up. $10

j m

63rd Beach Monday No women washrooms opened after 7:45pm Leaving public to use it outside. That's ludracris & unfair! Clearly, geographic differences:(

Genevieve Gonnigan

It's Always All Love. Beautiful Lakefront , lots of picnic space..one of my fave Chicago Beaches

Roderique

Great private view of the city and lake from the pier .

LáShaun Brown-Glenn

Sunrise service then a nice lakefront walk. God is worthy!

Craig Newman

Great view of the city . Cool beach house . Hidden gem .

Craig Newman

A little bit of a hidden gem . Great old beach house .

P M II

Sat and Sun at 8am to 9am Bootcamp (fitness) with the Col. It's year round.

raynard hall

Special place. Needs to be used more.

Diamond-Chase

Be very aware when visiting this beach . Shootings happen here often.

Explore Chicago

This free admission beach is one of Chicago’s 33 sandy Lake Michigan beaches . Read more

David Weathersby

For videograpghers and photographers , there are some great options here.

ColonelTribune

The view of the skyline is lovely. And peruse the dune restoration.

Lauren Bacon

Great place to workout

Ceylan

The bongos are enjoyable as well as relaxing.....

Debra Long

Just enjoy the beauty of the blus water. Have fun

Erik Clark

In all honesty don't come here on a weekend. You will be despised by the lifeguards

Bridgett

The bongos are enjoyable as well as relaxing.....

Kelly Williams

One of the best kept secrets in Chicago.

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Science Museum
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Great museum for kids and adults. Tons to see and do. Some of the exhibits are showing their age, but all-in-all it's a good way to spend a day. - Colin DuRant

8.5
Dog Park
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The perfect place for my dog to explore and take out his energy on the colorful dog friendly equipment. Water is provided and poop bags are available. I'm so happy that it is on the south side. - Carole McLaughlin

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The Golden Lady remains from Chicago’s World Columbian Exposition. She also makes a great Facebook photo companion. - MasterCard

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Beach
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Never really crowded! Quiet beach - P Peavy-Green

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Beach
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They have a park nearby the beach. Perfect for families! - Gavina Arce

7.5
Beach
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Free parking before. 9 am. Excellent fitness equip & bathrooms. Great workout location - Elizabeth Evans

9.2
Park
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Good spot to run/walk/bike. lots of dogs & frisbee playing on the great lawn. Perfect for a summer/autumn picnic. Several fire pits available. The field house is cozy for an intimate wedding too. - The Dekadent Diva

Harbor / Marina
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Best weekend brunch view in the city - Tonya Johnson

8.9
Cultural Center
South Shore Cultural Center

Wow! This is the place to hold an event it wedding reception, a lot of class and the view of the lake is magnificent. - Raed Mansour