Millennium Park

Millennium Park is a 24.5-acre public park in Chicago's Loop, opened in July 2004 and operated by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. It sits atop parking garages and rail lines, making it the world's largest rooftop garden. The park features public art, outdoor spaces, and venues, bounded by Michigan Avenue, Randolph Street, Columbus Drive, and East Monroe Drive. Visitors can enjoy free admission and explore attractions like the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Cloud Gate, Crown Fountain, and Lurie Garden. The park connects to other parts of Grant Park via the BP Pedestrian Bridge and Nichols Bridgeway. It hosts the annual Christmas tree lighting and has been praised for its accessibility and green design. With 25 million annual visitors, it remains a top tourist destination.