Chicago Engagement Spots
25 EPIC CHICAGO ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY LOCATIONS
25 epic Chicago engagement photography spots
Chicago is a gorgeous backdrop for engagement shoots! From the stunning riverwalk to the charming Lincoln Park south pond, there are many ideal Chicago engagement photography locations. The city is a dream for beautiful engagement portraits.
01
Wrigley Building
This is definitely not a secret spot and nearly impossible to shoot there when there are not tourists. But, it’s popular for a reason. It’s beautiful.
02
Riverwalk
This section of the Chicago Riverwalk for engagement shoots is my sweet spot! Anywhere around Michigan Avenue is always crowded, but there are a few secret spots where you can escape the crowds.
03
Bridges
This is another of my favorite secret engagement shoot spots. If you can brave the trip through lower wacker drive, the view is incredible. And trust me, no tourists venture down there! And bonus, if it’s raining, you are mostly sheltered from the rain.
04
Chicago River
If you are one of the lucky few people who have access to a boat, you can’t beat the amazing view right on the Chicago River! Cruising down the river makes for a really special engagement shoot.
05
Millennium Park
Millennium Park has so many great spots. My favorite is the garden. The lush flowers and foliage against the cement and glass buildings are a beautiful contrast.
06
Chicago Board of Trade
The iconic view down LaSalle Street of the Chicago Board of Trade is a classic engagement and wedding photo. This view has been the backdrop to many movies, including the Batman series among others.
07
Olive Park
Located near Navy Pier, Olive Park is a gorgeous location for skyline and lake view. The jetty stretched over the lake makes a perfect spot to capture the lake with the city backdrop.
08
Oak Street Beach
With views of the Drake Hotel and the most beautiful condo buildings in Chicago sits Oak Street Beach.
09
North Avenue Beach
Any movie shot around the lakefront features this view. It’s the classic Chicago shot with the Drake Hotel and Hancock Building in the background, making it one of the top Chicago engagement photography locations.
10
Lincoln Park South Pond
The Lincoln Park pond area is a great spot for engagement photos almost all year round.
In the summer, it overflows with flowers and vegetation. With views of the city and the honeycomb structure in the middle of the pond, it offers one of the many beautiful Chicago engagement photography locations.
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Honeycomb Pavillion
Right in the heart of the Lincoln Park south pond area is the honeycomb pavilion. It’s definitely not a secret spot and it’s very popular!
12
Lilly Pool
Unless you know this lovely spot is there, you’d likely walk by and never know it. Alfred Caldwell spent his own money to create this beautiful oasis for the public to enjoy. The pool eventually fell into ruin after years of neglect, but it was restored to its original beauty in 1997.
13
Fullerton Beach
With skyline and lake views, this is a romantic spot for engagement photos. On a beautiful sunny day, it will be crowded, so get your photoshop brush out to eliminate the runners and bikers going by.
14
North Pond
On the other side of Fullerton is a secluded pond that has a pier so you can feel like you are in the middle of the pond.
15
Montrose Harbor
With harbor, skyline and beach views, Montrose Harbor is a beautiful spot for a summer beachside shoot and is among the scenic Chicago engagement photography locations.
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Lincoln Park Conservatory
On the other side of Fullerton is a secluded pond that has a pier so you can feel like you are in the middle of the pond.
17
Ohio Street Beach
Right near Olive Park, Ohio Street Beach is a beautiful beach with lake and city views. And you can have fun playing on the beach!
18
Buckingham Fountain
The iconic fountain located in Grant Park is a romantic spot for a proposal.
19
Garfield Park Conservatory
If you are looking for a hot spot in the winter or just some lush green nature, the Garfield Park
Conservatory is a beautiful spot in the city. You will need to have a permit for engagement shoots and it’s definitely one of the Chicago engagement photography locations worth considering.
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Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park is a lovely park with a boat house, pond and every changing foliage.
21
West Loop
The West Loop area is perfect for more urban grunge engagement photos. With bridges, brick
industrial buildings and the river, it’s a great combination for urban style.
22
Museum of Science & Industry
Anyone familiar with the Chicago world’s fair and the book, “The Devil and the White City” knows this iconic building. Known as the white city, the Museum of Science & Industry features cobble stone sidewalks, grand columns and the white stone facade. The perfect time for Museum of Science & Industry engagement is in the spring when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom.
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Museum Campus
Of course the most popular spot for Chicago engagement photos around Museum Campus is
the skyline view by the Planetarium. But there are so many other little spots around the different museums that are stunning Chicago engagement photography locations.
24
Logan Square
Logan Square is a fun neighborhood filled with fun restaurants and bars and a beautiful red brick church near the city center.
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Northwestern Campus
Whether you went to Northwestern University or just love the campus, it’s a great spot for engagement photos.