Oak Park Conservatory is a wonderful place to take a break from the rest of the world and just be in nature. With three beautiful and well kept rooms (temperate, tropical, and arid), you're able to be in a variety of environments and feel at peace and refreshed, despite being only 50 feet from 290. While this place is much smaller than Garfield or the Lincoln Park Conservatories, it perfectly achieves what it's going for in that it's a well curated getaway in the heart of Oak Park. There's no cost to get in, and they're open most days. Highly recommend read more

This little gem is just a short stroll from my house, and it's a sure cure for cabin fever. Admission fees are on the honor system -- just put a buck or two in the box. The flowers, birds and babbling brook make you feel like you are on vacation. read more

What a great place. Plus it's free. There are two big rooms, and lots of parrots (in big cages). The birds are friendly and talkative. The African Greys liked mimicking the random sounds I made, which was neat. Staff was super nice too. read more

Want to forget about winter for an hour? Visit the Oak Park Conservatory. It's an oasis of plants, birds, fish and turtles! The cactus room will make you warm as toast. The fern room will make you think you took a magic carpet ride to a tropic paradise. And the talking birds will keep you company with their chatter. Make a wish and toss a penny in the pond, just don't hit the turtles that live there. Better yet, make a donation before you leave since all this is offered free of charge. read more

Although small in size, the OP Conservatory packs a great punch regarding their low rates for holding an event here. My best friend was looking at this venue to hold a wedding event and we were impressed at what they have to offer. There is a garden that you can rent along with room rental for your event. You can bring in your own food which is a definite bonus. We look forward to having a successful event here and I can hardly wait. read more

A pleasant little get-away in the middle of Oak Park. Beautiful and relaxing. Be sure to say hi to the parrot, George.

My fiance and I went here on our first date. It is pretty and was a fun first date activity. There are little areas inside where you can sit down and take it all in. I do not know about the Admission price - I thought it was free. After the conservatory we walked to Blockbuster to get a movie. Next we went to Gina's Italian ice for some watermelon and lemon italian ice - sooo yummy! We started out at Poor Phils for lunch - perfect first date! read more

This is a wonderful conservatory that is on the small side. It is 3 rooms that are very well maintained. In the summer months they also have an outdoor garden space. They have a beautiful koi pond and some very talkative parrots, which I think children would really enjoy. Great place to visit to escape the cold or just have some peace. The staff is very friendly and interested in letting you know about upcoming events. Admission is a suggested donation of $2/person. However, if you aren't able to donate there is no pressure. There is a donation box on the wall near the entrance that is totally voluntary. read more

This is a pretty little conservatory that would be a great place for a peaceful afternoon or an outing with kids. There are talking parrots, venus fly-traps, huge fish in the ponds, and beautiful flowers and trees. It's small compared the the Garfield Park Conservatory and comes across like more of a neighborhood spot. read more

This place is just fantastic. I like to take my three-year-old here on the weekends. She loves exploring and talking to the birds! The tropical room is especially great to visit during the winter- it's nice and humid! read more

This Conservatory is quite a delightful little gem! The three rooms aren't necessarily large, but are packed with plants, trees, flora, etc, I walked through each room several times at a slow pace to take it all in. The tropical room smells delightful, and the sound of running water and talkative birds make for a sweet escape. I happened to go on a sunny afternoon, and there was a group of teenagers doing some class thing, and much younger kids having a birthday party, the reactions from both groups were neat to overhear, they all seemed to enjoy and question, and of course the birds were very talkative back to them. I rode my bike, and there are a couple bike racks out front and on the side street, not sure of the parking situation. I look forward to many more visits! read more

A small but important oasis in the dead of Chicago Winter. OPC has a great annual plant sale and a bunch of worthwhile benefits for members. Definitely worth a visit if in the area and must visit if you live here. read more

My friend took me here for a surprise on my birthday in April. Stepping inside was like taking a vacation without the hassle. What a spirit lift! read more

I absolutely love this place! They have a wonderful atmosphere if you love plants or wildlife, and it's free. I suggest taking advantage of their seasonal plant sales and always leaving a donation. read more

The Oak Park Conservatory is a great place to relax and see plants from many different regions. It is free, but you do have the option to leave a donation, which I would encourage you to do if you enjoyed their time there so they can continue to operate. There are many exotic plants, birds in cages and also coy in a pond. This is a great place to go in the winter if you are missing the summer time! read more

was looking for a place my fiancé could try out her new camera lense I got her for Christmas and this was just the ticket....very friendly staff, extremely easy to get to off the Ike and if there's no traffic at the avenues or hillside strangler, it's a 20 minute drive..oh yeah, and it's free!!! Although small donations are encouraged ( nothing crazy, just a few dollars)...was a fairly cold day in the teens when we went and the tropical and desert rooms felt fantastic...not too large so easily could take little ones to get out of the house but not so big they'll get bored quickly...and the parrots, turtles and koi will keep theirs (and the big kids) interest, especially if the parrots feel like chatting that day....definitely will be back!! read more

Adorable little conservatory in a quaint town. We love coming here in the winter to get a break from the harsh Chicago winter. Although it's tiny, we're always able to spend about an hour walking through the three rooms and checking out our favorites: the birds, turtles and fish. Really great for little children when going to the Garfield Park Conservatory is just too much of a hassle. Bonus: It's free, but donate to help this place out! We always grab one of their plants for sale on our way out too. And, in the warmer months, there is a FANTASTIC little park right across the street with a train and many play areas. An easy way to spend the day. read more

no change from before largely because you can't improve on perfection, just sit there on one of their benches and take in all of natures astutely cultivated beauty, listening to the light splash of the interior pools. if you can't find peace of mind relaxing in the oak park conservatory well, i'm sorry, you're beyond help read more