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Buckingham Fountain, night water show

301 South Columbus Drive, Chicago, Illinois

Description

Buckingham Fountain is located in the centre of Grant Park in Chicago. Its rococo design was inspired by the Latona Fountain at the Palace of Versailles. It operates from May to mid-October with water shows every hour, on the hour, starting at 9h00 until past 22h00 The evening shows, starting at dusk, include light and sound.

Access & Transport

The fountain is in the middle of Grant Park. Buses stop on S Michigan Ave and Van Buren St train station (ME, SSL) is close by. The Van Buren St train station (Brown, Orange, Purple, Pink) and Harrison (Red) metro stations are a 5mins walk away.

Instructions & Recommendations

The evening/night show takes place on the hour and last 20 mins. There is one last display from 22h35 to 22h55.

Meta review

Pretty fountain and even more beautiful at night when the lights change colour is how the fountain is described in online reviews. Tip: be aware that the fountain closes during the off season.

Environmental & Social

Quite energy intensive but then it isn't a large fountain complex so not unreasonable either, especially on a 'per spectator' basis.

Conclusion

Probably one of the best evening outdoor attractions for those staying in the centre of Chicago. Visit one of the museums, enjoy a lakeside walk, dinner, and wrap the day up with a fountain light show!

Key positive

Family friendly

Free and centrally located

Key negative

None

Suitability

No restrictions

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Shows start 'on the hour'

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:0h 40m

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:May, 01

Season 1 / Period 1

MONDAY19:50 - 20:30

TUESDAY19:50 - 20:30

WEDNESDAY19:50 - 20:30

THURSDAY19:50 - 20:30

FRIDAY19:50 - 20:30

SATURDAY19:50 - 20:30

SUNDAY19:50 - 20:30

Season 1 / Period 2

MONDAY20:50 - 21:30

TUESDAY20:50 - 21:30

WEDNESDAY20:50 - 21:30

THURSDAY20:50 - 21:30

FRIDAY20:50 - 21:30

SATURDAY20:50 - 21:30

SUNDAY20:50 - 21:30

Start of Season 2:Oct, 15

Season 2 / Period 1

MONDAY -

TUESDAY -

WEDNESDAY -

THURSDAY -

FRIDAY -

SATURDAY -

SUNDAY -

Season 2 / Period 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY -

WEDNESDAY -

THURSDAY -

FRIDAY -

SATURDAY -

SUNDAY -

Pricing
Free

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