Cloud Gate ("The Bean")

Common questions about Cloud Gate ("The Bean")

• Where is Cloud Gate ("The Bean")?

  Cloud Gate ("The Bean") is at 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602, Illinois. It sits along I-90, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.

• What are the hours at Cloud Gate ("The Bean")?

  Typical hours: 6am–11pm daily (Millennium Park hours). Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.

• What's Cloud Gate ("The Bean") like to visit on a family road trip?

  Anish Kapoor's 110-ton stainless-steel sculpture in Millennium Park. Kids will spend twenty minutes finding their reflection at different angles — Steve has too. The walk-under arch gives a kaleidoscope view of the Chicago skyline. Free, open every day. Park at Millennium Lakeside garage (entry at Columbus & Monroe) or Grant Park North. Combine with Maggie Daley Park playground across the street for a real kid-friendly Chicago morning before pointing the Truckster south on I-65.

• Is Cloud Gate ("The Bean") family-friendly?

  Yes — Cloud Gate ("The Bean") earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database.

• How long should families plan to stay at Cloud Gate ("The Bean")?

  Most families spend an hour or two at Cloud Gate ("The Bean"), depending on kid stamina and weather.