Park & Garden

Ping Tom Memorial Park

📍 300 W 19th St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA (on the south bank of the river's South Branch)

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Quick Facts

Location: USA, Chicago
Category: Park & Garden
Duration: 1-2 hours
Opening Hours: Open daily 6:00am-11:00pm
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free entry
Address: 300 W 19th St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA (on the south bank of the river's South Branch)
Coordinates: 41.8570, -87.6360

Introduction

Ping Tom Memorial Park lies on a former rail-yard site on the South Branch of the Chicago River, south of Chinatown, designed by Ernest C. Wong with its first phase completed in 1999 and named for notable Chinatown businessman and civic leader Ping Tom. The roughly 12-17 acre riverside park features a pagoda-style pavilion, bamboo gardens, playgrounds and a riverfront promenade with skyline and historic bridge views. Summer brings the Chicago Water Taxi and dragon-boat races, and mural panels such as 'All as One' under the 18th Street Bridge add artistic character.

✨ Highlights

Pagoda-style Chinese pavilion and bamboo gardens

At Ping Tom Memorial Park, Pagoda-style Chinese pavilion and bamboo gardens is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Riverfront promenade with skyline and historic bridge views

At Ping Tom Memorial Park, Riverfront promenade with skyline and historic bridge views is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Public art including bridge murals and a bronze bust of Ping Tom

At Ping Tom Memorial Park, Public art including bridge murals and a bronze bust of Ping Tom is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Summer dragon-boat races and water-taxi river activity

At Ping Tom Memorial Park, Summer dragon-boat races and water-taxi river activity is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & clothing：Prepare for the local climate with sun protection, water and suitable footwear; some outdoor spots can be sunny.

→On-site notes：Follow on-site signs and rules, protect the heritage/environment, and do not climb or touch exhibits.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven ground and may be physically demanding.

→Opening Hours：Open daily 6:00am-11:00pm

→Transportation：CTA Red Line to Cermak-Chinatown then walk along Wentworth, or Chicago Water Taxi to the park's dock

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free entry

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open daily 6:00am-11:00pm; admission: Free entry.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Ping Tom Memorial Park?

Open daily 6:00am-11:00pm

How much is the admission for Ping Tom Memorial Park?

Adult: Free; Free entry

Any practical tips for visiting Ping Tom Memorial Park?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open daily 6:00am-11:00pm; admission: Free entry. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.