Lincoln Park, beginning at North Avenue and following the shore of Lake Michigan northwards for several miles, is Chicago's largest park. It contains several attractions, bathing beaches, a botanical conservatory, golf course, grassy meadows, formal gardens and sports fields. Pride of place is held by the standing statue of Abraham Lincoln, sculpted by Augustus Saint-Gaudens. His sitting Lincoln is in Chicago's other famous park, Grant Park. The most popular attraction within the park is the Lincoln Park Zoo, which not only houses hundreds of exotic animals in natural habitats, but offers experiences like paddle boat rides, a virtual safari trip, and the Endangered Species Carousel with 48 artisan-crafted wooden animals that accommodates up to 50 riders at a time.

Address: 2001 N. Clark Street (zoo)

Website: www.lpzoo.com

Telephone: (312) 742 2000 (zoo)

Transport: CTA bus routes 151 or 156 both serve the zoo. A free trolley service is available linking the different Park attractions

Opening times: Daily 10am-5pm; November to March 10am-4:30pm.

Admission: Free.