Marquette Park Pavilion

Blanca A. 4 months ago

Great it was not full but not empty either it was amazing the place had the incredible Chicago skyline and I just loved it

Yanitza Jones 6 months ago

We’ve been coming here for years to swim and to help keep the beach clean. There’s a large park for kids to play at, plenty of parking (meter is $3 an hour) and lots of space to lay back and tan. There’s also a concession/bathroom nearby. Although I do wish the Gary Aquatorium was open for the public the way it used to be. Also the Marquette Park venue space is beautiful and lots of rooms inside.

Brady Bowyer 2 years ago

Wow. This is not the Gary, Indiana that people tell you about. I came up here just to take a short walk on the beach and was blown away by the beauty of the whole area. The historic buildings, the swamp, the gardens, all of it. Gorgeous wildflowers blooming everywhere, lots of plaques and statues and history to explore, and of course the beach itself. You could see the Chicago skyline off in the distance. Everything was very clean for the most part. I went on a weekday, but it was summer and the weather was gorgeous, so I was surprised there weren't more people there. I parked near the pavilion to avoid the fee, and realized on my way back that I wasn't supposed to (there was a sign that said "no beach parking"). I probably spent more time wandering around in that area than I did at the beach, honestly. It was just so scenic with everything in bloom. Concession stand prices weren't bad, either. Thought it was funny that they served cocktails and had a little cocktail garden. Fitting to a day at the beach, though.

M M 7 years ago

Visited on September 26, 2019, beach mostly, was not crowded, clean and conditions very ideal for a walk along the banks of Lake Michigan, very pleasant experience. Gary Bathing Beach building has been restored and loos great due tot he effort of a few people and it is ideal for some events.

Jazzy Lady 8 years ago

This park is stunning and so peaceful and serene. The forest preserve is just beautiful. There was literally no one else there the day I went so my hubs and I had the place to ourselves, simply perfection.