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Chicago Riverwalk

📍 Loop · Chicago Central

A 1.25-mile public path along the Chicago River between Lake Shore Drive and Lake Street, free to walk.

🕑 Daily 6am–11pm

✓ Checked on the official page Nov 5, 2026

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