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You may like the prices at this top lodging option in the area, which gets good reviews from our customers: Congress Plaza Hotel - 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from the heart of Forest Park. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F. Average annual precipitation for Forest Park is 48 inches.

In general, Forest Park is known for its forests, monuments, and restaurants. Major attractions include Wrigley Field, Grant Park, and Navy Pier. Get out into nature with places like Millennium Park, Garfield Park, and Garfield Park Conservatory. Cultural attractions include Art Institute of Chicago, Ernest Hemingway Museum and House, and Copernicus Center.

Keep this information about transit options in Forest Park in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from the city center. An alternative is Chicago O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), situated 8.2 mi (13.2 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transit to get around. Local metro stations include Forest Park Transit Center and Harlem- Forest Park Station.