Balbo Monument, Chicago

Name: Balbo Monument
Address: Chicago, United States

#245 among attractions in Chicago

Memorial, Sculpture

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Facts and practical information

The Balbo Monument consists of a column that is approximately 2,000 years old dating from between 117 and 38 BC and a contemporary stone base. It was taken from an ancient port town outside of Rome by Benito Mussolini and given to the city of Chicago in 1933 to honor the trans-Atlantic flight led by Italo Balbo to the Century of Progress Worlds Fair. ()

Coordinates: 41°51'41"N, 87°36'49"W

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Downtown (Near South Side)Chicago United States

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Balbo Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Field Museum, Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Soldier Field.

~1960 ftNW
Museum, Natural history museum, Specialty museum
Field Museum, Chicago
10 min walk • The Field Museum, a beacon of natural history and culture, stands proudly in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1893 as the Columbian Museum of Chicago, it later took the name of its first major benefactor, Marshall Field, and has since become one of the largest such...
0.4 miNE
Museum with high-tech exhibits and shows
Adler Planetarium, Chicago
12 min walk • The Adler Planetarium, perched on the edge of Lake Michigan, is a gateway to the stars nestled within the bustling city of Chicago. As America's first planetarium, it has served as an astronomical hub since its opening in 1930, offering visitors an unparalleled journey...
0.4 miN
Aquatic creatures from around the world
Shedd Aquarium, Chicago
11 min walk • Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, the Shedd Aquarium is a premier attraction in the vibrant city of Chicago, offering an immersive experience into the aquatic world. This indoor public aquarium, which opened its doors in 1930, is home to over 32,000 aquatic...
~910 ftW
Historic football stadium
Soldier Field, Chicago
5 min walk • Soldier Field stands as a testament to the rich sports history and architectural uniqueness in the heart of Chicago, United States. Originally opened in 1924 as a memorial to American soldiers who had died in wars, this iconic sport venue has since become synonymous...
~1420 ftE
Park, Island
Northerly Island, Chicago
7 min walk • Northerly Island is a serene oasis amidst the bustling city of Chicago, offering residents and visitors alike a unique park experience. Once the site of the Meigs Field airport, this 91-acre peninsula along Lake Michigan was transformed into a nature-focused park...
0.4 miN
Monuments and statues
Olmec Head, Chicago
11 min walk • Olmec Head, Number 8 is a colossal head sculpture. The original sculpture is located at the Museum of Anthropology in Xalapa, Veracruz.
0.4 miNE
Monuments and statues
Nicolaus Copernicus Monument, Chicago
12 min walk • The Nicolaus Copernicus Monument is an outdoor sculpture commemorating and depicting Nicolaus Copernicus, installed along Solidarity Drive outside Chicago's Adler Planetarium, in the U.S. state of Illinois.
0.4 miN
Monuments and statues
Man with Fish, Chicago
10 min walk • Man with Fish is an outdoor fountain and sculpture by German artist Stephan Balkenhol, installed outside Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, in the U.S. state of Illinois. It is made from bronze that was then painted, and is 16 feet tall.
0.5 miSW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Henry B. Clarke House, Chicago
14 min walk • The Henry B. Clarke House is a Greek Revival style home, now serving as a house museum in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Built around 1836, it is considered the oldest existing house built in Chicago.
0.7 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Wintrust Arena, Chicago
18 min walk • Wintrust Arena at McCormick Square, previously referred to as DePaul Arena or McCormick Place Events Center, is a 10,387-seat sports venue in Chicago's Near South Side community area that opened in 2017.
~1770 ftN
Monuments and statues
Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, Chicago
9 min walk • The Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, also known as the Tadeusz Kościuszko Memorial and the Thaddeus Kosciuszko Memorial, is an outdoor sculpture by artist Kazimierz Chodziński depicting Tadeusz Kościuszko, installed in the median of East Solidarity Drive, near Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, in the U.S. state of Illinois.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Balbo Monument?

Nearby attractions include Gold Star Families Memorial and Park, Chicago (2 min walk), Burnham Park Yacht Club, Chicago (6 min walk), Northerly Island, Chicago (7 min walk), Huntington Bank Pavilion, Chicago (8 min walk).

How to get to Balbo Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to Balbo Monument:

Bus

Soldier Field & Field Museum EB • Lines: 130, 146 (7 min walk)
Soldier Field Pick-up/Drop-off (8 min walk)

Train

18th Street (9 min walk)
Museum Campus/11th Street (17 min walk)

Metro

Roosevelt • Lines: Green, Orange, Red (21 min walk)
Cermak-McCormick Place • Lines: Green (24 min walk)