What's Oakland like?
If you're in search of the perfect part of town to visit, consider Oakland. Nature lovers can explore top areas such as Lake Michigan. Popular sights worth seeing in the larger area include McCormick Place and Navy Pier.
How to get to Oakland
Flying to:
- Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Oakland
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from Oakland
- Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 25.3 mi (40.8 km) from Oakland
Things to see and do in and around Oakland
What to see in Oakland
- Lake Michigan
- 41st Street Beach
Things to do near Oakland:
- Navy Pier (4.7 mi/7.6 km away)
- Michigan Avenue (4.8 mi/7.8 km away)
- Art Institute of Chicago (3.9 mi/6.3 km away)
- Arie Crown Theater (1.9 mi/3.1 km away)
- Chicago Museum of Science and Industry (2.5 mi/4.1 km away)
When is the best time to visit Chicago?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 21°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average -1°C)
- Rainiest months: June, May, April, October (average 144 mm of rainfall)