Buckingham Fountain, night water show
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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.
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
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:0h 40m
Start of Season 1:May, 01
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
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
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