Welcome to the Oak Park Area

Welcome to the Oak Park Area Just 10 miles west of downtown Chicago, Oak Park is a visitor’s gateway to exploring the 18 communities in Western Cook County. Oak Park…

Communities

Village of Oak Park P: (708) 383-6400 oak-park.us Named one of the top 10 neighborhoods in the nation by the American Planning Association, Oak Park is more than a place –…

5 Ways to Experience the Oak Park Area

1. Prairie Style Pleasures Begin your adventure visiting the landmark that shaped global architectural practices. The Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio, nestled on a tree-lined street in the heart…

Best Bets for Every Season

Whether you’re looking for family-friendly happenings, outdoor live music, craft beer festivals, or architectural tours, the Oak Park Area scores with a wide array of special year-round events. Here are…

Business Districts

Hemingway District HemingwayDistrict.com 100 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 445-1149 The Hemingway District in the “Heart of Oak Park” is home to a group of award-winning restaurants,…

Attractions

Brookfield Zoo CZS.org 8400 31st St. Brookfield, IL 60513 (708) 688-8000 World-famous Brookfield Zoo is open every day inspiring guests through extraordinary connections with animals, nature and each other. It is…

Accommodations

HOTELS Carleton of Oak Park CarletonHotel.com 1110 Pleasant St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-5000 Nestled in the historic Pleasant District, The Carleton is a boutique hotel with 154 beautifully appointed…

Eating and Drinking

Altiro Altirooakpark.com 107 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 434-5077 Using locally sourced meats and produce, Altiro’s menu starts with a Mexican base and sprinkles in Italian, Spanish…