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12 free ways to do Chicago

A duck and flamingo share a pond while searching for food at Lincoln Park Zoo on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015.

A duck and flamingo share a pond while searching for food at Lincoln Park Zoo on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015.

  (Antonio Perez / Chicago Tribune)

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Chicago offers residents and visitors many high-end options, but the diverse city is just as accessible to those on a budget. Here are 12 free activities that prove the world-class city is a prime cultural destination, according to Travel and Leisure.

Great Lawn workouts

Enjoy a free Saturday morning workout on the Great Lawn in Millennium Park. Workouts are open to people with all levels of experience.

  (Abel Uribe / Chicago Tribune)

Garfield Park Conservatory

The spring flower show at Garfield Park Conservatory in Chicago is a bright and colorful place to spend a sunny afternoon.

  (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune)

606 Trail

Visitors can enjoy bike rides along The 606 Trail from Bloomingdale Avenue through Bucktown.

  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

National Museum of Mexican Art

The House on Mango Street: Artists Interpret Community exhibit by JooYoung Choi is on display at the National Museum of Mexican Art, 1852 W. 19th St., in Pilsen.

  (Michael Tercha / Chicago Tribune)

Harold Washington Library

Downtown visitors can research their family history, see visual art by more than 50 artists and much more at The Harold Washington Library Center.

  (Jose M. Osorio / Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Jazz Festival

Enjoy free music at the annual Chicago Jazz Festival Sept. 3-6 in Millennium Park. Dee Dee Bridgewater, Jose James and Muhal Richard Abrams are among this year’s featured artists.

  (Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago Tribune)

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