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Shedd Aquarium

Buckingham Fountain

Columbus Dr. and Congress Parkway, Chicago, IL 60603

Parks

This popular historic landmark and tourist attraction offers visitors a dazzling music, light and water show, which runs dusk-11pm, spring through the end of fall. The fountain table can also be rented for large special events.

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