Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Bucktown

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Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Bucktown

Field Museum
Field Museum
4.7 (15781 ratings)4.5 (8089 ratings)
State-of-the-art museum of science & invention, with the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex.
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
MuseumNatural history museumScience museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Chicago Favorites
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"The Field Museum of Natural History, better known as The Field Museum, is one of the most beautiful places to explore Chicago. Located in Grant Park, it features pieces that tell the history of humankind in all ages, from the era of dinosaurs. It is a different, exciting, and realistic place, ideal for those who want to learn more about other civilizations."
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"Journey back through 4.6 million years of natural history with a visit to the Field Museum, where millions of specimens and artifacts are on display. Exhibits feature fossilized and cast dinosaur skeletons, an ancient Egyptian tomb with mummified humans and animals, and a nature boardwalk to discover animal habitats of the Midwest."
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
4.7 (19637 ratings)4.5 (9557 ratings)
Sprawling, hands-on museum full of informative, child-friendly scientific & industrial exhibits.
5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
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International Museum of Surgical Science
International Museum of Surgical Science
4.5 (875 ratings)4 (168 ratings)
Paintings, sculptures & exhibits help tell the history of surgery from ancient times to the present.
1524 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
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WNDR Museum
WNDR Museum
4.2 (1169 ratings)4 (11 ratings)
1130 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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Chicago Botanic Garden
Chicago Botanic Garden
4.8 (1759 ratings)5 (1073 ratings)
385 acres of landscaped gardens displaying millions of plants & flowers in a variety of settings.
1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA
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"Among the 26 different gardens here are the three-island Malott Japanese Garden, the 5-acre Evening Island, and the Grunsfeld Children's…"

Best Breweries in Bucktown

Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago
Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago
4.6 (1162 ratings)4.5 (71 ratings)
Lively taproom offering beer tastings, snacks, a retail store & regular live music.
2607 W 17th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
BreweryFood & Drink
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"This California-based brewing company has a sick location near Pilsen, and it should absolutely take precedence on your list of breweries to hit up. Whether you’re more intrigued by the planetary artwork lining the walls of the entry hall or the delicious beer awaiting you inside the taproom, Lagunitas offers communal seating and live music to make its guests feel all sorts of welcome."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"We know that Lagunitas is technically derived from California, however, this brewery operates a mammoth 300,000 square-foot facility in Chicago’s Douglas Park. Acquired by Heineken in 2017, Lagunitas is a popular Chicago beer staple. Order a Lagunitas IPA, Little Sumpin’ Sumpin’, or a Dogtown Pale Ale at Illinois’ largest brewer."
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"Entering the facility feels like walking through a Willy Wonka-style light show, but things mellow out once you reach the 300-seat tap room. California-based Lagunitas Brewing Companyserves up their classic brews, plus live music, munchies, and tree tours every day."
Temperance Beer Co.
Temperance Beer Co.
4.7 (208 ratings)
Brewery with a taproom pouring house beers & offering growlers to go, with occasional food trucks.
2000 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
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Mentioned by South Side Social
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"Temperance Beer Co. prides itself on doing things differently. That includes offering Temperance Trikonasana, a yoga series that takes place in the brewery that gives 100% of its proceeds to a different nonprofit organization each month. Temperance’s taproom offers flights of five-ounce tasters, half and full pints, 64-ounce growlers and 32-ounce howlers."
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"Temperance has never been interested in keeping up with the Joneses and has been creating a whole new neighborhood with their award-winning beers and supporting the community since 2013. The Tap Room is now fully open and the best place to quaff their approachable and delicious beers."
Great Central Brewing Company
Great Central Brewing Company
4.6 (155 ratings)
A variety of brewers' beers offered in a funky setting with bench seats & an occasional food truck.
221 N Wood St, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
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Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"Taste some of the best craft beers from all around Chicago at Grand Central’s taproom, located in the West Loop. This contract brewery, which helps brewery clients with their production, also turns out its own small batch beers. Choose from 24 craft beer on taps, including local favorites include the Free Bird American pale ale from Begyle Brewing Company and Maplewood’s award-winning Charlatan APA. Great Central’s own offerings (available on draft and in cans) include a German-style Helles lager and citrusy hefeweizen."

Best Fine Dining in Bucktown

Terrace 16
Terrace 16
4 (409 ratings)
Skyline views inform this upscale, seasonal lounge serving refreshments on a hotel rooftop.
401 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantFine dining restaurant
Acadia
Acadia
4.6 (452 ratings)
An airy, upscale restaurant serving seasonal New American dishes inspired by coastal Maine.
1639 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
American restaurantFine dining restaurantWine bar
Ocean Prime
Ocean Prime
4.7 (377 ratings)
Upscale chain known for its sophisticated decor, long wine list & classic steak & seafood menu.
87 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantFine dining restaurantLoungeSteak houseSushi restaurant

Best Nightlife in Bucktown

Indian Garden Restaurant
Indian Garden Restaurant
4 (1840 ratings)
2nd-floor Indian restaurant with a large menu of classic dishes & a lunch buffet.
247 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Mentioned by Cozymeal
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"A light-filled oasis dedicated to the sights and sounds of true India, The Indian Garden is one of the best restaurants in Chicago for enjoying an authentic Indian dining experience. Select from a diverse menu of delicious choices for vegetarian and non-vegetarian diners alike, listed by ingredients for easy ordering. The Indian Garden | 247 E."
Kumiko
Kumiko
4.8 (150 ratings)
Creative Japanese fare & craft drinks, including an omakase cocktail tasting, presented in hip digs.
630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
BarCafeCoffee shopJapanese restaurantTea house
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"From a national perspective, Chicago sometimes gets ignored for its innovative side. There’s plenty of talented people creating culinary cool, and Julia Momose and her team at Kumiko are the forefront. A sibling to Oriole, a two-Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant, Kumiko takes inspiration Japan (Momose is Japanese American), with a deep whisky list."
Whiskey Business
Whiskey Business
4.1 (746 ratings)
Modern-rustic bar with a large roof deck offering pub fare & cocktails, plus movie & karaoke nights.
1367 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
BarBar & grillRestaurant
Mentioned by The Rooftop Guide
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"Found in the heart of Wicker Park, Whiskey Business is a spacious, fun and unique Chicago rooftop bar, offering vibes and happenings pretty much every day of the week. Up at the colorful and quirky rooftop terrace you can watch classic movies on the 100” TV’s, party under the stars all weekend, or just enjoy the vibes and sounds of the 80’s and 90’s whenever. The rooftop menu comes filled with over 100 different whiskeys, crafted and seasonal cocktails, an expansive beer list, as well as a wide range of culinary creations."
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"The Wicker Park bar features an outdoor curling rink, where bar-goers can test their skills at the winter sport while enjoying an array of seasonal cocktails. Or warm up inside one of the heated, private gingerbread houses decked out with holiday decor and faux fireplaces."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Bucktown

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