Chicago Botanic Garden

How much: Free admission

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The Chicago Botanic Garden cultivates the power of plants to sustain and enrich life.

1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL 60022

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847-835-5440

City/Neighborhood: Glencoe

Hours:

In general: 8am-sunset
Open every day except Dec. 25

Attractions, Parks, Free Things To Do, Kids and Families, Outdoor Things To Do

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Chicago Botanic Garden: The Local Tourist's Guide

The Chicago Botanic Garden is an oasis in the northern Chicago suburb of Glencoe. The 385-acre attraction features over 2.5 million plants that represent nearly 10,000 varieties.

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7th Annual Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival

The magnificent Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Illinois sets the stage for the 7th annual Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival.

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