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Cloud Gate

Millennium Park, Chicago, IL
Ranked #2 of 323 attractions in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 478 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Traveller Description: Anish Kapoor's bean-shaped sculpture is considered to be the centerpiece of the new Millennium Park. more »
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Chicago
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

But everybody is standing in your way gawking at their own reflections. 4 minutes of distraction max.

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Los Angeles, California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The Cloud Gate, or the jelly bean as I like to call it, is something not to be missed. It is a stunningly simple piece of architecture/art that speaks for itself.

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Edmonton, Canada
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

What a create piece of public art. I wish more cities across North America would have these great statements. I really enjoyed so many people being out and enjoying such a beautiful masterpiece.

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Chicago
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Also call the Bean - an absolute treasure for Chicago; magnificant views; in Millenium Park with so much to see - fountains, sculptures, gardens,

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Vaughan
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Amazing reflections from all sides which change with the time of day.

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Canton
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Cloud Gate, aka the "Bean", is a fun stop for the whole family... Bring your camera and take some silly photos!

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Birmingham, AL
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

The design of "the bean" is spectacular with the city reflection.

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW
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You can't go to Chicago without visiting Cloud Gate. The art and architecture in Millennium Park is out of this world. It's very relaxing and you don't see this kind of art work everyday. We got a lot of great pictures at Cloud Gate. It's just a great park overall! You won't be disappointed. Make sure you see the fountain... More

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Mesa, AZ
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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Cloud Gate, or as we called it the big bean, is pretty cool! Definitely a must-see when you are in Chicago. It's HUGE! It's neat to go directly underneath and look up, the designs that you see are pretty crazy. Depending on what side you stand on, you can get the buildings behind you in the pic since the bean... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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55 reviews 55 reviews
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44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Another one of those things a first-timer to Chicago like me had to see was Cloud Gate in Millennium Park. I wended my way there from the Pier and eventually entered the park from the Michigan Avenue side. It wasn't difficult to locate Cloud Gate. Now, this thing is just a gigantic silver bean. Static. It doesn't move, have sound-generated... More

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