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John G. Shedd Aquarium
Chicago, Illinois
Sharks, dolphins, whales, jellyfish, giant sea turtles, and endless colorful species -- not to mention the building's gorgeous architecture -- make the John G. Shedd Aquarium a feast for the eyes as...
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Navy Pier
Chicago, Illinois
Extending some 3,000 feet out into Lake Michigan from downtown Chicago, Navy Pier is a kid haven and can't-miss family attraction. Kids love the carousel, Ferris wheel, live music...
Amusement Park
Chicago Children’s Theatre
Chicago, Illinois
The new-ish Chicago Children's Theatre (it mounted its first performance in 2006) stages lavish Broadway-style productions for kids ages 5 and up, though at $12-$30 for tickets...
Theater
Chicago History Museum
Chicago, Illinois
What's so special about a Chicago hot dog? Did a cow really start the Great Chicago Fire? What was Chicago like before it was a big city? At the recently...
History Museum
Dave's Down to Earth Rock Shop and Prehistoric Life Museum
Chicago, Illinois
Part rock shop, part museum, Dave's is a must-see for junior geologists and budding paleontologists. Enter the busy shop and take an immediate left turn down into the basement to explore the fascinating fossil collection...
Boutique
Science & Nature Museum
DuSable Museum of African-American History
Chicago, Illinois
Sometimes overlooked among Chicago's better-known cultural institutions, the DuSable museum is worth a visit, particularly for school-aged and older kids who may be learning about the Civil Rights...
History Museum
Ethnic Museum
John Hancock Building Hancock Observatory
Chicago, Illinois
No visit to Chicago is complete without a bird's eye view of the city. The Hancock Building may not have the honor of being the tallest building in Chicago, but...
Scenic Landmark
Historical Landmark
Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago, Illinois
The Lincoln Park Zoo is free, and while you might not expect much as a result, you'll be pleasantly surprised. North of downtown, just off Lake Shore Drive and offering...
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Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
Chicago, Illinois
From sitting on deer skin rugs to fingering primitive snowshoes, kids are immersed in Native American culture at this unique museum. The highlight is the "teaching lodge" on the second floor...
History Museum
Special Collection
Museum of Science and Industry
Chicago, Illinois
Chicago is known for its world-class museums, but this one -- the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere -- truly stands apart: More than 35,000 artifacts are housed in 400,000...
Science & Nature Museum
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