What's Washington Park Like?
If you're in search of the perfect part of the city to explore, consider Washington Park. Take time to see places like DuSable Museum of African-American History and Historic Garfield Station Entrance while you're here. McCormick Place and Michigan Avenue are a couple of popular sights nearby.
How to Get to Washington Park
Flying to:
- Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Washington Park
- Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from Washington Park
- Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 26.7 mi (42.9 km) from Washington Park
Getting to Washington Park on Metro
Stations in the neighborhood include:
- Garfield Station (Green Line)
- 51st Station
Things to See and Do in and around Washington Park
Things to See near Washington Park:
- Historic Garfield Station Entrance (0.2 mi/0.3 km away)
- McCormick Place (4.1 mi/6.5 km away)
- Soldier Field (4.8 mi/7.8 km away)
- University of Chicago (1 mi/1.6 km away)
- Robie House (1.1 mi/1.8 km away)
Things to Do near Washington Park:
- DuSable Museum of African-American History (0.6 mi/0.9 km away)
- Chicago Museum of Science and Industry (1.8 mi/2.9 km away)
- Bridgeport Art Center (3.3 mi/5.3 km away)
- Arie Crown Theater (4.1 mi/6.5 km away)
- Court Theatre (0.9 mi/1.4 km away)
When Is the Best Time to Visit Chicago?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 70°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 31°F)
- Rainiest months: June, May, April, October (average 6 inches of rainfall)