About Hyde Park

Hyde Park, home to the University of Chicago, is a great community with a lot to see. It is one of the City of Chicago’s 77 “community areas.” They are not formal administrative districts, but everyone knows these neighborhoods by name, so if you say you’re going to Hyde Park, Chicagoans will know what you’re talking about. (This is useful if you explore Chicago and are unsure how to get back. Just ask a cab or bus driver how to get to Hyde Park.) If time allows, we encourage you to explore both the neighborhood and the rest of the city. Go here to learn more about travel and transportation in the Chicago area.

Safety

Being aware of your surroundings and being prepared for unexpected situations go hand in hand with city life. The University of Chicago encourages you to incorporate safety practices into your daily routine. Here are a few simple tips to keep in mind when you are at home or out and about in the city,