Museums & Galleries

Chicago is home to several world-class museums, from the Adler Planetarium to the Museum of Science and Industry. Read about each one here, and then pick up a Chicago CityPASS and explore them all in person!

National Museum of Mexican Art

The National Museum of Mexican Art is one of Chicago’s best, yet most under-appreciated art galleries.

The South Loop Museum Campus

Chicago’s museum campus offers a fun and easy way to explore three of the city’s best musuems: the Aquarium, the Planetarium, and the Field Museum.

Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum

With an array of interactive activities & world-class facilities, the Planetarium never disappoints. Check out our guide to the Adler!

The Field Museum of Natural History

Spend the day wandering one of Chicago’s main attractions, the Field Museum, and see the largest and most complete tyrannosaurus skeleton in the world!

Shedd Aquarium

Travel the Amazon, go whale watching, touch a starfish, and watch dolphins flip — all in one place! Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium is just minutes away.

Art Institute of Chicago: The Museum

A world-class museum and art school, the Art Institute is a Chicago experience that should not be missed, holding some of city’s most treasured art.

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Home to an exceptional butterfly sanctuary and numerous hands-on exhibitions, the Nature Museum offers a unique way to learn about our environment.