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Museum of Science and Industry

Museum of Science and Industry

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    Has a stamp of approval from Time Out Chicago and Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
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    Jenny K.
    "Everything is fun, interactive, just super cool."(19 Tips)
    Ricardo L.
    "Must for all the engineers!! Tornado show is simply amazing!!"(10 Tips)
    Alex A.
    "To the right of the omnimax theater, there is a small snack area."(6 Tips)
    Ryan V.
    "The best museum in Chicago!"(5 Tips)
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  • Araceli A.
    Araceli ArroyoFebruary 4, 2012
    Great to take the kids or come back to learn again
  • Galina I.
    Galina IatsynaJanuary 23, 2017
    Very good museum!!
  • James W.
    James WhiteOctober 22, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    one of the best place to go in Chicago
  • Brian D.
    Brian DayApril 7, 2012
    If you're buying regular priced tickets, use the kiosks, the line is shorter
  • Emily T.
    Emily TyndorfSeptember 1, 2012
    Get tickets before you go .......they sell out
  • Leida P.heart icon on user image
    Leida Parker-SylvesterOctober 19, 2015
    Everything
  • Lindsey R.
    Lindsey RidleyJune 7, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    The babies were donated and preserved from the Great Depression.
  • Marcello M.heart icon on user image
    Marcello MarcheseOctober 30, 2015
    Careful IT CLOSES AT 4PM!! ‼️
  • Carmenheart icon on user image
    CarmenJanuary 3, 2016
    It is great for kids under 14.
  • Ariana A.
    Ariana AlexJune 15, 2013
    WONDERFUL SERVICE!! LOL BAD LUCK TUENED INTO GOOD LOST MY WALLET BUT OFFICER JONES FOUND IT NOW I HAVE IT AGAIN!!!! YAY!!!
  • Denise C.heart icon on user image
    Denise CarmanOctober 8, 2013
    Definitely go in the sub!
  • Travis T.heart icon on user image
    Travis TindellDecember 21, 2017
    Coolest museum I’ve ever been to. Trains were amazing. Lots to see and touch and learn for adults and kids alike.
  • Josh B.heart icon on user image
    Josh BallardJuly 19, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Check out the WOW Tour. A great way to see the museum!
  • Roe J.heart icon on user image
    Roe JohnsonDecember 27, 2014
    Wayyyyy too crowded on Christmas weekend.
  • FJ B.heart icon on user image
    FJ BeringDecember 30, 2015
    Check out the Tesla Coil!
  • futuredoll
    futuredollMay 25, 2012
    U505, Coleen Morre's dollhouse, are must see's!
  • joyce r.heart icon on user image
    joyce roundsMay 28, 2013
    Really enjoyed Animals Inside Out
  • Lance C.
    Lance ColerJanuary 2, 2012
    Buy tickets ahead of time and print them at home. Avoid standing in line.
  • Sonia C.
    Sonia ChungNovember 23, 2010
    If u have a stroller stick near red stairs-there is an elevator there. Also not a ton if garbage cans around-make sure you keep a plastic bag for garbage to carry around
  • Scott H.
    Scott HorwitzMarch 4, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The membership totally pays for itself if you come 4 times in a year.
  • Tony W.
    Tony WhiteJuly 9, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Great place to learn and work
  • Scott H.
    Scott HorwitzApril 6, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Skip the lune downstairs and get your parking validated or IMAX tickets here.
  • Chris H.
    Chris HarveySeptember 15, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Always a great place to go on a day off or weekend. Bring the kids!
  • Neal G.
    Neal GellerAugust 8, 2013
    Great place to learn
  • Truth D.
    Truth DoctorFebruary 6, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Attend the Black Creativity Gala in January/February!
  • Paola R.
    Paola RNovember 17, 2013
    Disney's theme Christma decoration is wonderful!
  • Christina Chrissy S.
    Great family environment
  • Danielle H.heart icon on user image
    Danielle HughesMay 24, 2013
    Make sure you have enough time to explore!!!!
  • Brenda B.
    Brenda BarriosAugust 14, 2014
    Cyann and I at the museum
  • Matt P.
    Matt PorthJanuary 31, 2010
    You! The Experience is awsome. Be sure to check out the full body Plastinates.
  • Chloe N.
    Chloe NelsonApril 21, 2012
    Finnagan's ice cream parlor is amazing.
  • Patrice W.
    Patrice WooldridgeMarch 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Body world 2 is a wonderful exhibit check out the tai chi man.
  • Christopher S.
    Christopher SennettDecember 1, 2009
    Go to the museum. Lots of stuff to do and see. It's a good time. Read more
  • Robert C.heart icon on user image
    Robert ChenFebruary 3, 2017
    Allocate at least 3 hours for visiting...
  • David W.heart icon on user image
    David WeathersbyJuly 8, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    One of my favorite museums.
  • J J.
    J JJuly 19, 2011
    Don't miss out on Mindball. Relax & win!
  • Ann D.
    Ann DepuyJuly 12, 2012
    Get a soda at Finnigan's and have an olde time photo taken
  • Stephanie V.
    Stephanie Vidoni-HartungDecember 23, 2013
    Don't wait for the #10 bus after 4:30p:-(
  • Brian G.
    Brian GirvanNovember 26, 2013
    They have a U Boat here
  • Kim M.
    Kim Monilaw BendingDecember 7, 2013
    Great Disney Museum
  • Niket D.heart icon on user image
    Niket DesaiAugust 25, 2013
    Pretty much where I need my honeymoon to be.
  • Jorge A.heart icon on user image
    Jorge AlagonOctober 15, 2015
    Manufacture your own toy!
  • Peter M.
    Peter MorricalMarch 13, 2012
    Check out the Japanese garden behind the museum
  • Brent K.
    Brent KnepperJanuary 7, 2011
    Make sure to see how much horsepower you can generate here.
  • Andrej M.heart icon on user image
    Andrej MMay 1, 2015
    Its totally cool yesterday we went and were going today
  • Laurasseinheart icon on user image
    LaurasseinMay 21, 2021
    Been here 25+ times
    Make a tornado 🌪
  • A. David V.heart icon on user image
    A. David VasquezJune 11, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Summer hours are now in effect, open 9:30 to 5:30 DAILY except 7/21 (4:30), until 9/6. Avoid the free days if you have a membership! Read more
  • Jenny K.heart icon on user image
    Jenny KDecember 23, 2014
    Measuring wingspan.
  • Chad C.
    Chad CJanuary 2, 2012
    Buy your tickets online!
  • Matthew J.
    Matthew JarzynskiDecember 13, 2010
    Christmas around the world, most Christmas Trees ive ever seen!!!!!! always a good time
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