Cloud Gate by Anish Kapoor (2004) is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

1. Cloud Gate by Anish Kapoor (2004)

9.1
N Michigan Ave (btwn Randolph St & Monroe Dr), Chicago, IL
Outdoor Sculpture · Grant Park · 304 tips and reviews

Matt D.Matt Dicker: One of the best places in Chicago to take some interesting photographs.

Karthik K.Karthik K: Try late night photography!

Bob C.Bob Carey: A photographers dream. So much fun and photo opportunities no matter the weather. Plan on being there 30-60 minutes to really explore the possibilities.

Hyde Park Art Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

2. Hyde Park Art Center

8.6
5020 S Cornell Ave (at 51st Street), Chicago, IL
Art Gallery · East Hyde Park · 9 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This community arts center offers an array of arts classes like photography, painting, ceramics and drawing -LW

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This community arts center offers an array of arts classes like photography, painting, ceramics and drawing.

David B.David Berkowitz Chicago: David Berkowitz of Chicago is an artist well known for both his skill as a photographer and his love for adventure. Read more.

Museum of Contemporary Photography is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

3. Museum of Contemporary Photography

7.2
600 S Michigan Ave (Harrison St.), Chicago, IL
Art Museum · South Loop · 17 tips and reviews

ChrisChris: Great photography!

Alice GraphixAlice Graphix: Take some time to be inspired by some really great photography

Bryce J.Bryce Jensen: Good little spot to see fairly big name photographers works.

The Art Institute of Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

4. The Art Institute of Chicago

9.5
111 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe St & Jackson Dr), Chicago, IL
Art Museum · Grant Park · 686 tips and reviews

Johnna C.Johnna Calvillo: Check out the new Chuck Close photograph featured in the Photography Gallery in the basement of the Art Institute!

BarbaraBarbara: Photography exhibit is fabulous

Sarah G.Sarah Gutierrez: Amazing! I absolutely loved the photography exhibit!

Millennium Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

5. Millennium Park

9.6
201 E Randolph St (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · Grant Park · 619 tips and reviews

RyanRyan: When photographing the bean, be sure to try and get some wide shots. You'll be able to appreciate the size of the thing better, as well as include all the spectators in the shot.

Ken M.Ken M: Great place to admire the city from street level. "The Bean" is fun and a great place for photographing reflections.

PhotographySchools.comPhotographySchools.com: Best tourist photography spot in the city. Don't leave without having your picture taken with "the bean"!

Lillstreet Art Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

6. Lillstreet Art Center

9.1
4401 N Ravenswood Ave (Montrose), Chicago, IL
Art Gallery · Ravenswood · 17 tips and reviews

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Besides its reputation for a wide range of class offerings in ceramics, painting, drawing, & photography, Lillstreet has an amazing gallery shop featuring original artwork & handcrafted gifts.

Becca O.Becca Olvera: Take Tony Porter's drawing class. Great instructor. It's a great place for those with little experience to explore their creative curiosity.

Kathryn J.Kathryn Jackson: Great kids camps in the summer!

Catherine Edelman Gallery is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

7. Catherine Edelman Gallery

7.5
300 W Superior St, Chicago, IL
Art Gallery · River North · 2 tips and reviews

Chicago Gallery NewsChicago Gallery News: Great photography gallery in Chicago - located in River North gallery district. Color and B&W. Contemporary photos. Sometimes free Saturday gallery tours Read more.

ChicagoistChicagoist: Edelman’s below street level space has earned a reputation as one of the best contemporary photography galleries in the Midwest, with a mix of exhibits from new and established photographers. Read more.

Garfield Park Conservatory is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

8. Garfield Park Conservatory

9.4
300 N Central Park Ave (at Lake St), Chicago, IL
Garden · East Garfield Park · 75 tips and reviews

Lady TMarie H.Lady TMarie H.: Watch out for running children if your a photographer trying to shoot on a Saturday. The little people are small and very fast

Sam S.Sam Svita: Such a beautiful place to take photographs and breathe in some fresh air.

Abby B.Abby Brown: Free entry, donation suggested. One of my favorite places in the city. The back garden and pond are the highlight. Urban oasis.

Caldwell Woods is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

9. Caldwell Woods

8.9
6200 W Devon Ave (at N Milwaukee Ave), Chicago, IL
Other Great Outdoors · Wildwood · 9 tips and reviews

Hadassah B.Hadassah Bullis: Great place, just becarful photographing here without a permit. Read more.

Carmen G.Carmen Guzman: Great park to run, bike ride, have a picnic, or to just enjoy the outdoors.

Carlos J.Carlos Jimenez: This Is A Long Bike Trail I suggests U Take Some Water With U Might Need It

Chicago Cultural Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

10. Chicago Cultural Center

8.7
78 E Washington St (btwn N Michigan & N Garland Ct.), Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 153 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This gorgeous city landmark building is home to photography and sculpture exhibitions, and hosts film festivals. -LW

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This gorgeous city landmark building is home to photography and sculpture exhibitions, and hosts film festivals.

Tour Through A LensTour Through A Lens: I LOVE this place for photography. Though, since the changeover, I miss the friendly Visitor Center staff and comfortable feel on the First Level. Inviting for foreigners.

Osaka Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

11. Osaka Garden

8.7
5800 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL
Garden · 15 tips and reviews

David W.David Weathersby: Beautiful park and a cornerstone for Chicago videographers and photographers lol

Maureen S.Maureen Sullivan: A historic must see.

Sonja K.Sonja Kruitwagen: A serene island that I finally discovered after 14 years of living in the city

One of a Kind Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

12. One of a Kind Chicago

8.1
222 Merchandise Mart Plz (The Merchandise Mart), Chicago, IL
Arts and Crafts Store · River North · 9 tips and reviews

Todor K.Todor Krecu: Visit Reformado Photography at Booth Number 8056. Award winning photographer, Rossana Reformado, specializes in Polaroid SX-70 manipulations, digital infrared photography, and Polaroid emulsion transf Read more.

Angie O.Angie Osmanski: Come visit Foodstuffs Pastry Cafe in the center aisle

ShopTRACY B.ShopTRACY BURTON: visit white nest shop booth - very cool!

360 CHICAGO is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

13. 360 CHICAGO

8.8
875 N Michigan Ave Fl 94 (btwn Delaware Pl & Chestnut St), Chicago, IL
Scenic Lookout · Streeterville · 166 tips and reviews

Furkan Ö.Furkan Özcan: Reflection of lights sucks photographers. Easy to climb. No queue

Haroldo F.Haroldo Fiuza Júnior: The Hancock Tower is never crowded as The Sears Tower, and you get the same amazing view from here! For the photographers, unfortunately tripods are not allowed on the observatory!

S A.S A: Do the Tilt but the photographer for is rubbish at taking the 'right' angle

Beacon Doughnuts is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

14. Beacon Doughnuts

7.7
810 W Armitage Ave (The Alley), Chicago, IL
Donut Shop · North Side · 2 tips and reviews

Jonathan F.Jonathan Ferrera: The doughnuts are amazing and the storefront is beautifully decorated, ideal for some photography.

DJ M.DJ Miller: Cute donut and juice shop located in the alley B

Hotel Monaco is one of The 15 Best Places for Photography in Chicago.

15. Hotel Monaco

8.8
225 N Wabash Ave (at S Water), Chicago, IL
Hotel · The Loop · 49 tips and reviews

Michael G.Michael Greene: Came here for a Chicago photography weekend, and the staff was amazing. Super friendly, and hooked us up with the best tips for where to get great shots!

Marion M.Marion Martin: Vert cosy, river view with widow seat room is just awesome. Perfect location, 2 thumbs up for this Hotel !

Stephen L.Stephen Lee: Get a river room with a window seat - awsome!