Image for Daley Plaza

Daley Plaza

Daley Plaza is a well-known public square located in downtown Chicago. It features a distinctive, modernist design and serves as a gathering place for events and daily activities. The plaza is famous for the large bronze sculptures, including the iconic "Cloud Gate" (often called "The Bean"), which reflects the city's skyline and visitors. It also holds historic significance as the site of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1968 "I Have a Dream" speech. Daley Plaza provides a vibrant urban space blending cultural, civic, and commercial functions, making it a central hub for both locals and tourists.