The Art Institute of Chicago
Art Museum
Grant Park, Chicago
This art museum is famous for their architecture. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"I loved the weapons, Degas, Van Gogh, and Seurat."(20 Tips)
"Incredible collection of impressionist art (Manet, Monet, Degas)."(18 Tips)
"Beautiful Impressionism and European art before 1900 collection."(14 Tips)
"Love After Dark and Free admission Thursdays!!"(12 Tips)
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Lindsey SmithJuly 27, 2011Have you ever noticed how artifacts are mounted? AIC's preparation department makes gorgeous mounts that are almost invisible to the average guest. Take a look!
Fabio SilvaJanuary 4, 2017Check in goggle if there are free admission before buy your ticket. If not citypass may worth for you
BRINK MagazineJuly 23, 2012Plan on spending the entire day here. There's so much to see! Our favorite are the Van Goghs. www.brinkmagonline.com
KarenOctober 24, 2013Rule #1 of visiting: wear quiet shoes. Rule #2: whispers only. Don't be a dick. The art is for everyone's appreciation, not your venting about your divorce.
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Holly HagerNovember 26, 2012Check out the Studio Gang Architecture exhibit (til Feb 24) incl the very cool solar paneled Carven Tower to be built by the Highline in NYC by 2015
MarketaFebruary 19, 2016Definitely not to be missed when in Chicago. Loved the impressionists gallery.
Kaitlyn ReedMarch 26, 2016Give yourself at least half a day, this place is huge and has so much great art.
Jake SmithFebruary 17, 2013Allow yourself 5-10 minutes to observe the absolute magnificence that is the Grand Staircase. The view from the second floor is stunning.- April GeFebruary 26, 2017My favorite art museum, you must go there. The Picassos' collection is amazing.
Carol PhillipsJanuary 19, 2010The new modern wing is a work of art unto itself. Be sure to ride the escalator from Millennium park to the roof cafe. The views of the "mile" are magnificent.
BRINK MagazineAugust 7, 2012Plan on spending the entire day here. There's so much to see! Our favorite are the Van Goghs. www.brinkmagonline.com
David LeszcynskiAugust 23, 2016Even when it's super busy I find myself getting lost in the vast collection of art here.
Cynthia BallesterosJanuary 7, 2016I have been to museums all over the world and this one remains my favorite. It has something for everyone.
Shari FeltyNovember 23, 2009Go to the second floor and walk from Monet to the Modern wing. See the Jackson Pollock. From iconoclast to iconoclast, 50 yrs in 5 minutes (or 50 minutes, it's worth the time!) Read more
Amy BatogDecember 27, 2014It's massive so make sure you give yourself a full day there or split it between two. AMAZING
Jack ReidMarch 7, 2016Floor plan slightly confusing but collection of art was widespread and very impressive. Especially liked the Rodin sculptures.
Julian NamMay 31, 2011Easily my favorite impressionist (and post-) museum in the world. Don't miss it on the second floor. Also, check out the French Impressionism at the AIC app for iPhone & Android ($4); iPad ($6).
Luke CardyJuly 15, 2017Nighthawks by Hopper is my favourite painting ever. Worth the trip just to see this alone!
Connie ChiuDecember 19, 2014Fab variety and architectural modernity. Love the miniature house exhibit.
The Member’s Lounge does not allow food from the cafeteria. Get your free coffee and then go to the cafeteria. (Though, I wish they’d change this policy.)
Amy CummingsMarch 31, 2018Lots of classics here, but be sure to check out the contemporary art wing.- Jacynte Le Roux KeithOctober 23, 2011Must reserve at Terza Piano resto located in the new Modern Wing of the museum...Excellent food and amaZing view!
LailaSa3ida .November 9, 2015Wide and different collections but without a guide was very confusing, ending up with a fast walk around.Security staff was very very rude at the moment of closing while I was reading the last panel.
Nele BollenMay 3, 2013What a collection! Twombly, O'Keeffe, Hopper, Rothko, De Kooning, Richter and many, many more. A must see!
Liz RuizMarch 9, 2016Incredible collections, has awesome art and best place to go when you want to learn more history.
Jackie MannAugust 21, 2015My absolute favorite museum, and totally worth the visit for both locals and tourists!
Dan KubiskeSeptember 28, 2011The Impressionist section is TOP NOTCH! And it is easy to get lost in the Chagal America Windows
- EkinoksNovember 3, 2017They have an amazing app if you need a audio guide. just bring your headphones
Harley AcresApril 19, 2016Incredible stuff here! This is where they shot "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" too.
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The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe St & Jackson Dr)
Chicago, IL 60603
United States
Chicago, IL 60603
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon, Fri–Sun
- 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Thu
- 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
(312) 443-3600
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- 8.5
"Beautiful addition to the AIC. Nice to see modern on display all the time. Also a fantastic gift shop here and a very good restaurant."
Kirstjen Lorenz - 8.8
"Good neighbourhood, good place, amazing buildinds vue with good architecture let´s go for the visit !"
Lindsey DopeFashnLee - 8.5
"Great place for a relatively quiet lunch in the middle of downtown."
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"Was a very cool museum. The exhibits change frequently so there is always something cool to experience. We had a hard time finding this place. Admission prices are very reasonable. Staff friendly."
Claire Watkiss - 8.3
"Home of the Chicago Kids Company Theater. Tickets for most shows are $10, are appropriate for all ages, and usually include a meet and greet with the characters after the show."
venessa tarbell - 7.9
"Pretty good diversity in their private collection and regular rotation of specials. Small museum (2 floors), but also free. Worth a visit."
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