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Museum of Science and Industry

Museum of Science and Industry

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    The experts at Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Time Out Chicago recommend this place
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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)
    Amanda
    "My personal favorite museum in Chicago."(5 Tips)
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  • Kidell P.
    Kidell PowellFebruary 23, 2012
    Don't stay at exhibits to watch the videos, they take too long. Easier to read the plaques and admire
  • Denise C.heart icon on user image
    Denise CarmanOctober 8, 2013
    Definitely go in the sub!
  • futuredoll
    futuredollMay 25, 2012
    U505, Coleen Morre's dollhouse, are must see's!
  • Mike L.
    Mike LaMarMarch 13, 2011
    Haven't been here since I was a kid, but still enjoy it! Can't wait to bring my kids someday.
  • Shanlie Ann 🍃 @.
    Go to the main Lobby and try to capture an explosion on your camera!
  • Paola R.
    Paola RNovember 17, 2013
    Disney's theme Christma decoration is wonderful!
  • Barča F.heart icon on user image
    Barča FotrováOctober 12, 2015
    I loved tornado and robots!
  • Geoff W.
    Geoff WebberDecember 23, 2012
    If you want to enjoy the cafeteria, start with extremely low expectations.
  • Scott H.
    Scott HorwitzMarch 4, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The membership totally pays for itself if you come 4 times in a year.
  • 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.
  • Emily T.
    Emily TyndorfSeptember 1, 2012
    Get tickets before you go .......they sell out
  • 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!
  • Dan. M.
    Dan. MastrettaFebruary 22, 2013
    Made me feel like a happy child. Loved the Electricity expo
  • Lindsey R.
    Lindsey RidleyJune 7, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    The babies were donated and preserved from the Great Depression.
  • Angie B.
    Angie BabblewhiteNovember 23, 2012
    Our favorite of all the Chicago Museums!
  • Danielle H.heart icon on user image
    Danielle HughesMay 24, 2013
    Make sure you have enough time to explore!!!!
  • Marcello M.heart icon on user image
    Marcello MarcheseOctober 30, 2015
    Careful IT CLOSES AT 4PM!! ‼️
  • Truth D.
    Truth DoctorFebruary 6, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Attend the Black Creativity Gala in January/February!
  • FJ B.heart icon on user image
    FJ BeringDecember 30, 2015
    Check out the Tesla Coil!
  • Jorge A.heart icon on user image
    Jorge AlagonOctober 15, 2015
    Manufacture your own toy!
  • 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!
  • Peter T.
    Peter ToDecember 14, 2014
    Make some noise for my main man Will #pokemon
  • Darryl R.
    Darryl RiccaMay 5, 2012
    Go early, easier to get around.
  • Jenny K.heart icon on user image
    Jenny KDecember 23, 2014
    Measuring wingspan.
  • Laurasseinheart icon on user image
    LaurasseinMay 21, 2021
    Been here 25+ times
    Make a tornado 🌪
  • Bella M.heart icon on user image
    Bella MeahamApril 3, 2013
    Everyone will love it here
  • Roe J.heart icon on user image
    Roe JohnsonDecember 27, 2014
    Wayyyyy too crowded on Christmas weekend.
  • Tony W.
    Tony WhiteJuly 9, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Great place to learn and work
  • Andrej M.heart icon on user image
    Andrej MMay 1, 2015
    Its totally cool yesterday we went and were going today
  • Michael M.
    Michael MDecember 23, 2010
    Ask about the lion head in the u-505's engine room. Very cool story
  • Matthew J.
    Matthew JarzynskiDecember 13, 2010
    Christmas around the world, most Christmas Trees ive ever seen!!!!!! always a good time
  • Chloe N.
    Chloe NelsonApril 21, 2012
    Finnagan's ice cream parlor is amazing.
  • Lance C.
    Lance ColerJanuary 2, 2012
    Buy tickets ahead of time and print them at home. Avoid standing in line.
  • Kim M.
    Kim Monilaw BendingDecember 7, 2013
    Great Disney Museum
  • Brian J.
    Brian JarvisOctober 11, 2011
    Great for kids but a bit too Sesame Street for adults.
  • Christina Chrissy S.
    Great family environment
  • 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
  • Dora
    DoraJuly 19, 2010
    This is an official Nickelodeon Parents' Picks Award Nominee!Powered by ParentsConnect.com
  • Robert C.heart icon on user image
    Robert ChenFebruary 3, 2017
    Allocate at least 3 hours for visiting...
  • Stephanie V.
    Stephanie Vidoni-HartungDecember 23, 2013
    Don't wait for the #10 bus after 4:30p:-(
  • Neal G.
    Neal GellerAugust 8, 2013
    Great place to learn
  • Ann D.
    Ann DepuyJuly 12, 2012
    Get a soda at Finnigan's and have an olde time photo taken
  • Alonda S.heart icon on user image
    Alonda SmootApril 4, 2013
    Wear some comfortable shoes.
  • J J.
    J JJuly 19, 2011
    Don't miss out on Mindball. Relax & win!
  • Irina F.
    Irina FinklerApril 26, 2011
    Visit Body Works exhibit if it is there. Very interesting showcase.
  • joyce r.heart icon on user image
    joyce roundsMay 28, 2013
    Really enjoyed Animals Inside Out
  • Seda G.heart icon on user image
    Seda GökkurtOctober 11, 2015
    Amazing!!!
  • Chad C.
    Chad CJanuary 2, 2012
    Buy your tickets online!
  • Brian G.
    Brian GirvanNovember 26, 2013
    They have a U Boat here
  • Brenda B.
    Brenda BarriosAugust 14, 2014
    Cyann and I at the museum
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