Museum Campus Chicago - Burnham Park

Things to do:

This 57 Acre Lakefront area is Located on the southern end of Grant Park. It was opened in the late 90's after rerouting Lake Shore Drive. The Campus includes some of Chicago's Top Attractions. The Adler Planetarium, The Shedd Aquarium, The Field Museum of Natural History, and the Home of the Chicago Bears, Soldier Field. Many of the museums in Chicago offer Free Days, be sure to take advantage.

All of these attractions are within walking distance of each other. You will find the Veteran's Memorial water wall, a tribute to American soldiers near the north end of Soldier Field. You don't have to go to the museums, you can just enjoy the Lakefront area, some of the best views of Chicago are from Museum Campus so be sure to bring your camera.

Northerly Island is a 91 acre peninsula located just south of the Adler Planetarium and east of Soldier Field. The area includes nature paths, play areas, and the Charter One Pavilion which hosts many concerts.

A Good Walk:
The Campus connects to Grant Park from a convenient pedestrian underpass.

Things to do on the
Museum Campus

• Adler Planetarium
• Charter One Pavilion
• Northerly Island
• Field Museum
• Shedd Aquarium
• Soldier Field Stadium

South Loop
Hotels Near Museums

• Best Western Grant Park
• Blackstone Hotel
• Congress Plaza Hotel
• Essex Inn
• Hilton Michigan Avenue
• Hyatt McCormick Place

South Loop Hotel Map
Museum Campus Map

Free Museum Days