Chicago Zoos Aquariums and Science Museums

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Adler Planetarium and Museum (Museum Campus)
The oldest Planetarium in the country located on Chicago’s Museum campus.

Brookfield Zoo (Brookfield)
Brookfield Zoo is located on 216 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, and is only twelve miles west of downtown Chicago.

Chicago Museum of Science and Industry (Hyde Park)
One of the most visited Museums in the world, great place for families.

Field Museum (Museum Campus)
No trip to Chicago would be complete without a visit to the Field Museum, home of Sue, the largest, most complete, and best preserved Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil.

Lincoln Park Zoo (Lincoln Park)
Just Minutes North of Chicago is the Lincoln Park Zoo - Always Free!

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum (Lincoln Park)
One of the nine museums supported by the Chicago Park District.

Shedd Aquarium (Museum Campus)
The Shedd Aquarium is one of the countries best and one of Chicago top rated attractions, not to be missed!

Also see: Kids Guide to Chicago