{"id":409213,"date":"2022-07-11T15:39:44","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T20:39:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=409213"},"modified":"2022-07-13T07:46:51","modified_gmt":"2022-07-13T12:46:51","slug":"7-green-spaces-in-chicago-to-escape-the-downtown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/7-green-spaces-in-chicago-to-escape-the-downtown\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Green Spaces in Chicago to Escape the Downtown\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chciago might seem like a bonafide concrete jungle, it also has plenty of secret getaways to transport you away from the buzzing modern life. From the many stops along the lake to the nearby camping destinations<\/a>… but, did you know you can embrace the peaceful nature right around the block? Yes. It’s time to step off the pavement and into <\/span>the prettiest green spaces in Chicago. <\/span>Grab your sunscreen, favorite book, and emotional support water bottle (just give it a quick wash first). We challenge you to hide away from your busy life for a day!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Promontory Point<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

5500 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whenever you crave a <\/span>lazy afternoon<\/span><\/a> sprawled out in the grass, you should go to Promontory Point inside Burnham Park, which extends out into Lake Michigan. Enjoy optimal city views as <\/span>waves crash against the shore, or have a solo picnic on the open grass area and soak up the sun for some Vitamin D. No matter what time of the day, <\/span>Promontory Point offers anyone the opportunity to transition from the typical Chicago businesses to a soothing, open-air afternoon.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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