The 12 Best Things to Do in Chicago (Updated 2025)
"When visiting Chinatown I don't miss Ping Tom Memorial Park — it's worth a stop while you're exploring the neighborhood's food and murals." - Matthew Kepnes
Some of the coolest views in the city can be seen from this park! I took pics to prove it!
Fishing in the river here is also pretty good.
Also... WATER TAXI
Erica Anderson
Google
Beautiful park to explore. Had I come in the afternoon it would have been a great place for a picnic lunch.
Rachel Arias - Tripp III
Google
Very nice size park and walking nature area., right on the river. Would highly recommend.
Camila Credidio
Google
A peaceful gem by the river in Chinatown! Ping Tom Memorial Park offers beautifully maintained landscaping, lush greenery, and a serene atmosphere. The view of downtown Chicago from the riverfront is simply stunning—especially at sunset. A perfect spot to relax, take a walk, or enjoy a quiet moment with nature in the city.
Akshara Tarkas
Google
A lovely place to take a walk and enjoy the scenery. We went for a walk after lunch and it was so lovely! The weather was nice and a great walk overall. Highly recommend for a quick walk, it has a lot of benches for you to sit and enjoy
PS: The place looks secluded/abandoned during winter, that’s the entrance! Once you’re in ours super beautiful
Gretchen Schmeckpeper
Google
Early April 2025, nature was just starting to try to bloom so it wasn't very colorful yet. The views of the Chicago skyline from here are awesome! Plenty of spots to sit along a nice walking path. Please don't harass the wildlife as we saw a few younger 20 somethings doing so , this space is not only for the human beings but for the fury & feathered wildlife too!
Yerelin Guerrero
Google
Such a beautiful and peaceful spot in the middle of the city. Ping Tom Memorial Park is always clean and well cared for. The views of the skyline are stunning, and it’s the perfect place for a quiet walk, a picnic, or just to relax by the water. Definitely one of my favorite hidden gems in Chicago.
Ashleigh Mavros
Google
Some of the best views of the city! The water taxi drops you off right here, so we always start a trip to Chinatown with a stroll through the park.