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Garfield Park Conservatory — Chicago, Illinois
Photo: Richie D., CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons. Main entrance of the glass conservatory building, with 'GARFIELD PARK CONSERVATORY' over the doors, seen from Central Park Avenue. 1600x1200: the only Commons exterior entrance photo found.
Garfield Park Conservatory in Chicago: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Chicago residents: free · Non-residents: Adults (18–64) $10 · Seniors (65+) $5 · Children (7–17) $5 · Students with ID $5 · Active-duty military & veterans free · Children under 7 free.
Address300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
HoursWed 10 a.m.–8 p.m. (last entry 7:15 p.m.); Thu–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (last entry 4:15 p.m.); closed Monday and Tuesday (official)
PricesChicago residents: free · Non-residents: Adults (18–64) $10 · Seniors (65+) $5 · Children (7–17) $5 · Students with ID $5 · Active-duty military & veterans free · Children under 7 free
Price notesVerified correction to the common assumption: the Conservatory is no longer free for everyone — admission is charged by residency, and Chicago residents enter free. A timed-entry ticket is required, and the EMG Children's Garden needs its own 30-minute reservation.
Age notesChildren under 7 are free for everyone; Chicago residents of all ages are free with ZIP + ID verification (official).
BookingTimed-entry reservations required; advance booking strongly recommended (official visit page).
Suggested timeAbout 2 hours
ParkingFree parking in the visitor lot south of the main entrance (official visit page).
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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.
