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The Art Institute of Chicago

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Grant Park, Chicago

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Ranked #3 for exhibits in Chicago
The architecture at The Art Institute of Chicago is a can't miss
"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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Explore ChicagoJanuary 29, 2010
The Art Institute of Chicago has one of the largest and most extensive collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings in the world. Read more
DavidJanuary 11, 2018
Visit the Tadao Ando gallery if you enjoy peaceful and minimalist settings!
Rachita SaraogiJanuary 7, 2016
Loved the American Indian exhibit as well as the Greek exhibit
Time Out ChicagoMay 29, 2012
This venerable art institution's architecture is just as artistic and beautiful as its exhibitions. -LW
Diego FDecember 1, 2015
One of the best museums in the world. The best stop in Chicago
Harley AcresApril 19, 2016
Incredible stuff here! This is where they shot "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" too.
Time Out ChicagoJune 4, 2012
This venerable art institution's architecture is just as artistic and beautiful as its exhibitions.
Sandra ParkerAugust 27, 2014
The Magritte exhibit is great! Aside from the art, the actual installation is very well done.
EkinoksNovember 3, 2017
They have an amazing app if you need a audio guide. just bring your headphones
Priya TungrusAugust 27, 2015
Great impressionist collection. Don't miss the Thorne miniature rooms.
Manuel DornbuschApril 22, 2013
Do yourself a big favour and use the app! Works fantastic!
Camilo MejiaAugust 30, 2013
Don't try to see it all in one day! Beautiful Impressionism and European art before 1900 collection.
Robert CarbonellJuly 15, 2022
To me, the best museum experience ever. Wide selection of arts
el jaraApril 21, 2013
the impressionism collection is a MUST!!! And kudos for the PICASSO AND CHICAGO exhibiton!!
Chris H.May 7, 2012
If you love art as much as I do then you must check this place out! Amazing collections and amazing staff.
John KiddeApril 4, 2016
Great museum to see some of the greatest pieces in history.
Cassandra DixonJuly 21, 2015
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TristanFebruary 20, 2016
Modern wing is amazing. Nothing like the MoMA, but a fine younger sister to it.
ToryBurchApril 18, 2011
The home of such homegrown masterpieces as Grant Wood's American Gothic and Edward Hopper's Nighthawks.
Bill WelenseNovember 4, 2009
Possibly the best museum experience in Chicago. The contrast between the original and modern wings makes this place even better.
Eric RyanSeptember 14, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Free organic tea and coffee in the members-only lounge downstairs. Great indoor and outdoor space!
Explore ChicagoJanuary 29, 2010
According to John Hughes, The Art Institute "was a place of refuge for me, I went there quite a bit, I loved it. I knew all the paintings, the building. [Ferris] was a chance for me to go back..." Read more
Daniel Marco FernandezNovember 5, 2016
Doesn't matter if you are not a huge art fan, just check it out from the outside.
GOP ConventionJune 14, 2012
The 7th Republican National Convention was June 2–8, 1880 at the Interstate Exposition Building, now the Art Institute. James A. Garfield was nominated and went on to become America’s 20th president.
Kimberly UribeDecember 18, 2013
Dont miss the Napolitan Crèche gallery 209 nor the impressionist gallery
James LangstonApril 1, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Student membership well worth the cost. Valid with school ID. ~$50 for full year. NO WAITING IN LINE and free item check-in.
Emilio CMay 24, 2018
My favorite museum in Chicago, amazing collection.
Stephanie BustillosAugust 23, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Beautiful museum, you can spend hours here. Get lost in the Goya paintings.
Angel W.September 22, 2012
The Degas pieces are stunning. As are the Sargent ones. Big museum. Where comfy shoes or you'll be sorry.
HCJune 22, 2013
Find the meditation room in the Asian wing's Ando Gallery 109. Spend some time here... it's the most coveted spot...
Yuliana VillarrealMay 9, 2016
I loved the exhibition Van Gogh!!😍😍😍
Christopher ThomasJune 21, 2013
Best place to visit if you're in the mood for art.
Ziqi DengNovember 16, 2013
For students from the University of Chicago, your student ID is your free pass for the museum. Just show it at the ticket desk.
Jonathan EspirituOctober 5, 2018
This place is huge, you can easily spend the whole day here
Valentine's Day MovieFebruary 2, 2010
Spend a few hours wandering around originals by Monet and Van Gogh to appreciate real beauty with someone special. #vday
Marc SAugust 23, 2022
I love the modern wing.
Jody EvensonSeptember 8, 2018
What's not good here? Even the cafes are amazing. Go!
Andrew HealanMay 27, 2014
if you are really into magnets as art, skip the museum and head straight to the gift shop
DennisJanuary 28, 2016
Fantastic exhibits Nice members lounge Close to my home
Gyozo NagyMay 3, 2016
Van Gogh's bedroom was less interesting than I thought and overcrowded. The other parts are pretty okay. Make sure that you have at least a half day for this museum.
WorldbizSeptember 17, 2017
Love the building! Rated Best Museum 2015/6 by Trip Advisor
BigTab R.N.June 4, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Make sure you bring cash for the coat check: it's $1 to check your bags/coat/umbrella
Dale JenningsSeptember 28, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Study the map and focus on a small area, the museum is massive
Drew FreySeptember 19, 2012
Since you've got limited time, head right for the Impressionist collection and the 20th century modern art gallery.
Ashley NelsonMay 18, 2015
Check out the "Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design, 1690-1840" before it leaves June 21, 2015. Great pieces of art work
Yuri AokiSeptember 27, 2015
Don't miss this important Van Gogh!
Nikki GrazianoSeptember 14, 2010
Modern Wing is amazing. Best collection of early conceptual work I've seen yet. Cartier-Bresson show is phenomenal too, this place is worth the visit!
Amelia CarpenterFebruary 15, 2014
Stay 2 feet back from the art or you'll set off alarms... Not that I know from experience... Just a friendly tip ;-)
Edward ForteJune 12, 2023
A little bit of everything with some great masterworks
Ricardo LucianoFebruary 6, 2015
Seurat, Van Gogh and Monet! What else do u need?

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