Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe

Name: Chicago Botanic Garden
Address: 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, 60022, United States
Telephone: +1 847-835-5440

#1 among attractions in Glencoe

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Nestled in the charming city of Glencoe, Illinois, the Chicago Botanic Garden stands as a verdant oasis in the heart of Cook County. This expansive garden is not just a feast for the eyes with its lush landscapes and colorful blooms but also serves as a museum of living plants, offering visitors an immersive experience into the world of botany.

Spanning over 385 acres and featuring 27 distinct gardens and four natural areas, the Chicago Botanic Garden showcases a remarkable diversity of plant life. From the serene Japanese Garden to the vibrant English Walled Garden, each area is meticulously designed to represent different cultures and ecosystems. The garden also hosts the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, which promotes urban agriculture and sustainable gardening practices.

Visitors can enjoy year-round activities, including guided tours, educational workshops, and seasonal festivals that celebrate the beauty and importance of plant life. The Garden also offers a tranquil escape with its numerous pathways and quiet corners, perfect for a contemplative stroll or a peaceful rest amid nature's splendor.

The Chicago Botanic Garden is more than just a pretty space; it is a vital center for plant conservation and research. It contributes to global efforts to protect plant species and habitats, ensuring that future generations can enjoy the natural world's wonders.

Alternative names: Opened: 1972 (52 years ago)Visitors per year: 953.8 thous.Elevation: 623 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°8'47"N, 87°47'20"W

Address

1000 Lake Cook RdNorth Shore (Glencoe)Glencoe 60022 United States

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+1 847-835-5440

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Day trips

Chicago Botanic Garden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Northbrook Court, Edens Plaza, Kohl Children's Museum, North Shore Congregation Israel.

1.4 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Northbrook Court, Northbrook
37 min walk • Northbrook Court is a shopping mall in Northbrook, Illinois with a collection of stores serving the North Shore suburbs of Chicago. Located on 130 acres of land, its anchor stores are Shoppers Find and Neiman Marcus. This mall also features a 14-screen AMC Theatres on the south side of the mall.
4.8 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Edens Plaza, Wilmette
122 min walk • Edens Plaza is a strip mall in the town of Wilmette, Illinois. It was built by Carson Pirie Scott & Co. in 1956, and, until 2018, was anchored by one of their stores. It is located on a triangular parcel of land between Lake Avenue, Skokie Boulevard and the Edens Expressway.
4.1 miSW
Children's museum, Museum
Kohl Children's Museum, Glenview
105 min walk • Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is a children's museum in Glenview, Illinois that provides a hands-on learning laboratory for children ages birth to 8.
1.6 miE
Synagogue
North Shore Congregation Israel, Glencoe
41 min walk • North Shore Congregation Israel is a Reform synagogue located at 1185 Sheridan Road in Glencoe, Illinois. The congregation started in 1920 as the North Shore branch of Sinai Congregation, and is the oldest in the Chicago North Shore suburbs.
4.9 miS
Golf
North Shore Country Club, Glenview
126 min walk • North Shore Country Club is a private country club in Glenview, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Founded in 1900, it features a 7,031 yard 18-hole golf course. In 1933, it hosted the U.S. Open that was won by Johnny Goodman. It has also hosted the Western Open once and the U.S. Amateur twice.
4.4 miS
42°4'56"N • 87°46'53"W
Wagner Farm, Glenview
114 min walk • Farm, Museum
4.3 miSW
42°5'23"N • 87°49'30"W
The Glen Town Center, Glenview
111 min walk • Shop, Shopping, Shopping centre
1.8 miSE
Golf
Skokie Country Club, Glencoe
46 min walk • Skokie Country Club is a private country club in Glencoe, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Founded in 1897, it features a 7091-yard 18-hole course. In 1922, it hosted the U.S. Open that was won by Gene Sarazen. Phil Gaudin was serving as the head professional at Skokie Country Club when it hosted the 1922 U.S. Open.
2.7 miN
Library
Highland Park Public Library, Highland Park
69 min walk • The Highland Park Public Library is the public library serving Highland Park, Illinois. It is located at 494 Laurel Ave across the intersection from the Metra station.
3 miNW
42°10'2"N • 87°50'28"W
Deerfield Area Historical Society, Deerfield
78 min walk • Museum
3.3 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Deerfield Square, Deerfield
84 min walk • Deerfield Square is an upscale lifestyle center shopping area located in Deerfield, Illinois. The center was the first of its kind in the area, but now faces more competition. It opened in 2000.