The friendly city of Franklin Park awaits you
Enjoy the art galleries and other features of Franklin Park. This welcoming and cosmopolitan city entices travelers with its restaurants and shopping. Wrigley Field and Navy Pier are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. If you're looking for accommodations with space to entertain friends and family, Vrbo has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Franklin Park
Are you looking for top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Franklin Park a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- The Dome at the Parkway Bank Sports Complex (3.2 mi / 5.2 km)
- Oak Brook Golf Course (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Galloping Ghost (8.2 mi / 13.3 km)
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center (10.7 mi / 17.3 km)
- The Glen Club (11.1 mi / 17.8 km)
- Lincoln Park Zoo (12.7 mi / 20.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Franklin Park
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to take in the scenery, Franklin Park is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Millennium Park (13.7 mi / 22 km)
- Grant Park (14 mi / 22.5 km)
- Portage Park (6.1 mi / 9.8 km)
- Garfield Park Conservatory (9 mi / 14.5 km)
- Garfield Park (9.1 mi / 14.6 km)
- Humboldt Park (9.3 mi / 15 km)
Transportation to and around Franklin Park
The nearest airport is in Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Franklin Park Mannheim Station, Franklin Park Station and Franklin Park Belmont Ave Station are the main stations in the area.