Top 5 Attractions In Hyde Park: TripAdvisor

CHICAGO, IL - Residents of Hyde Park, often called the "gem" of the South Side of Chicago, already know their favorite spots in town. But what about everyone else's? Locals may be interested to see what people who don't live in Hyde Park like to visit the most when they are here.

TripAdvisor, a travel website that's guided travelers and tourists for several years now, has their list based off rankings and reviews by visitors. They do this for every city and town in the nation, and have the top "things to do" divided into neighborhoods in the larger cities like Chicago as well.

Here's what the visitors have to say. Scroll down to the comment section at the end of the article and let us know if you agree or disagree.

1. Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive
- Reviewer from Champlin, Minnesota states: "Compares with the Smithsonian. You need all day to tour this place. But it will cost you some $$$ if with family. Use a military or any discount if you can. Personally my first choice is to get a reservation for the U Boat. After that it’s all gravy. Very kid friendly and lots of hands on exhibits. Has the largest model railroad I’ve ever seen. Just prepare for an entire day. There is a food court for lunch."

2. Robie House, 5757 S. Woodlawn Ave.
- Reviewer from Central Oregon states: "Robie struck us as the most livable of Wright's designs, and because it is going through a thorough renovation its construction is open to the visitor. We had thought we'd seen the best of Wright's designs and execution, but Robie House proved us very wrong. Knowledgeable docents help one understand the special nature of this including its advanced design and concepts."

3. Oriental Institute Museum, 155 E. 58th St.
- Reviewer from Eureka, California states: "I come here often on weekends that I visit. Great displays. Would highly suggest stopping in. Also, there is a hidden unicorn in here :)"

4. University of Chicago, 5801 S. Ellis Ave.
- Reviewer from Cleveland states: "Attended a two-day career fair here and felt very much appreciated. From the tasty boxed lunch and unlimited coffee and water to the staff and students who kept coming by to check on how things were going, this will definitely be a must-stop next year."

5. Rockefeller Memorial Chapel, 5850 S. Woodlawn Ave.
- Reviewer from Philadelphia states: "The Rockefeller Chapel, despite being called a "chapel" is actually an enormous Gothic building at the University of Chicago, with huge windows and a vaulted ceiling. It may even be bigger than the Holy Name Cathedral. It's mostly plain white walls and pattern-based stained glass, but it makes up for it with the huge size. The bell tower is also massive, and can be seen throughout the campus."

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