Cloud Gate (The Bean)
8.8Locals Score / 10#2 of 14 Attractions in Chicago
free
Known foriconicfreelandmarkmillennium-park
Cloud Gate, universally called The Bean, is Anish Kapoor's 110-ton polished stainless-steel sculpture in Millennium Park that mirrors the skyline and sky. Walk underneath into the concave center for warped reflections and the classic selfie. It is free and always open, but expect crowds nearly every daylight hour, especially on weekends.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.8/10- Value10.0
- Iconic9.5
- Excellence9.0
- Crowd level9.0
- Authenticity7.5
- Accessibility9.5
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