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Chicago Christmas Walk
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A Christmas walk through Chicago from Nichols Bridgeway (Start/End Point), past The Lurie Garden (Winter Serenity), Maggie Daley Park (Ice Skating Ribbon), BP Pedestrian Bridge and Cloud Gate (The Bean) & Millennium Park Lights, to McCormick Tribune Ice Rink.
Along the way
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Nichols Bridgeway (Start/End Point)Begin your festive journey on this elegant pedestrian bridge, offering unique views of the city's holiday decorations as you enter Millennium Park.
2
The Lurie Garden (Winter Serenity)Experience the quiet beauty of the Lurie Garden, where architectural plants and frosted landscapes create a serene winter wonderland.
3
Maggie Daley Park (Ice Skating Ribbon)Cross into Maggie Daley Park via the pedestrian bridge over Columbus Drive, and discover the whimsical Ice Skating Ribbon.
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BP Pedestrian BridgeAscend the iconic BP Pedestrian Bridge, an architectural marvel offering breathtaking panoramic views of the illuminated city skyline, decorated parks, and Lake
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Cloud Gate (The Bean) & Millennium Park LightsMarvel at the iconic Cloud Gate, beautifully reflecting the surrounding festive lights and winter sky.
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McCormick Tribune Ice RinkWitness the lively scene of skaters gliding beneath the towering Christmas tree and city skyline.
The route
Distance2.1 km
Walking≈ 29 min
Running≈ 13 min
Climb↑ 13 m
RouteCircular
A 2.1 km circular route from Chicago to walk, run or cycle, with 13 m of climbing.
Elevation↑ 13 m in total
Before you go
StartNichols Bridgeway (Start/End Point), Access point near 159 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603 (linking Art Institute to Millennium Park)Open the start in Maps →
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