Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Chicago

We've collected top 10 mentioned science and space museums in Chicago from other articles such as Leisure Pass Group, 10Best, Condé Nast Traveler.

Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Chicago

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 Curbed Chicago
The 26 best things to do in Chicago with kids
"This Grant Park natural history museum offers dinosaurs like Maximo the titanosaur and SUE, the world’s largest, best-preserved, and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex. You can also see a real mummy, experience an array of hands-on activities in the Crown Family Play Lab, and watch a rotating schedule of 3D movies. View this post on Instagram"
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
Science museumMuseumsHistorical landmarkSpecialty Museums
WNDR Museum
WNDR Museum
4.2 (1169 ratings)4 (11 ratings)
1130 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
MuseumArt MuseumsScience MuseumsSpecialty Museums
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
Botanical gardenSights & LandmarksArt schoolCafeCoffee shopEducational institutionMuseumNature preserveNon-profit organizationPreschoolScience museumGardensScenic Walking Areas
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Chicago
"Among the 26 different gardens here are the three-island Malott Japanese Garden, the 5-acre Evening Island, and the Grunsfeld Children's…"

Best Beach in Chicago

North Avenue Beach
North Avenue Beach
4.6 (2364 ratings)
Illinois 60614, USA
Beach
Montrose Beach
Montrose Beach
4.6 (192 ratings)4.5 (92 ratings)
Seasonal sand beach offering an enclosed dog area, water sports & a festive bar/restaurant.
Illinois, USA
BeachNature & Parks
South Shore Beach
South Shore Beach
4.4 (19 ratings)
Illinois 60649, USA
Beach

Best Spas in Chicago

Balance Spa and Fitness - Hilton Palmer House Hilton
Balance Spa and Fitness - Hilton Palmer House Hilton
3.7 (24 ratings)
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
Day spaFacial spaFitness centerMassage therapistNail salonSpa and health club
The Waldorf Astoria Spa
The Waldorf Astoria Spa
4.6 (24 ratings)
11 E Walton St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
SpaFitness centerMassage therapist
Mentioned by 10Best
Chicago's Best Spas Offer Wellness, Relaxation and a Bit of Bliss
"Located inside the serene Waldorf Astoria hotel, the spa was designed like a Greco-Roman European Spa. It's spacious (14,000 sq. ft) and includes a state-of-the-art fitness facility, impressive lap pool and separate men's and women's locker rooms, each with a Eucalyptus Steam Room, Dry Sauna, Jacuzzi and relaxation lounge. You're bound to find something appealing among the wellness offerings and experiences are tailored for each guest's needs: customized facials, men's services, treatments for hands and feet and even eyelash extensions."
Mentioned by PureWow
Top 10 Chicago Spas by Neighborhood
"Until teleportation is possible, we’ll take a shortcut to Turkey through the Waldorf Astoria Spa. Their signature cleanse includes a coffee, olive stone and lemon scrub, followed by a rhassoul clay wrap, for a full hammam experience in 120 minutes. Afterward, we like to relax in the elegant lounge, but you’re also welcome to use the state-of-the-art fitness center."
Mentioned by Chicago Favorites
Best Spas in Chicago 2021
"The Waldorf Astoria Spa is probably the most indulgent spa on this list. This 14,000 sq ft Greek-inspired spa offers an array of attractive treatment options. From salons to pools and even a health club, this spa has got you covered."
Lena Rose Beauty
Lena Rose Beauty
4.8 (57 ratings)
4645 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Health and beauty shopCosmetics storeFacial spaHair removal serviceMake-up artistNail salonWellness center
Mentioned by PureWow
Top 10 Chicago Spas by Neighborhood
"If you’ve ever read the ingredients label on your lotion and felt slightly freaked out, head to this green boutique spa. For hair removal, they do sugaring. Their nail services use only 5- to 10-free polishes (meaning they’re free of harsh chemicals)."

Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Chicago

Meli Cafe
Meli Cafe
4.3 (1545 ratings)
Breakfast & lunch served with fresh-squeezed juices, handmade marmalades & coffees in a cozy space.
500 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
American restaurantBarBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCoffee shopGreek restaurantJuice shopRestaurant
Cafe 63
Cafe 63
4.5 (237 ratings)
6411 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60638, USA
Brunch restaurantBreakfast restaurantDinerRestaurant
Southern Belles
Southern Belles
4.3 (905 ratings)
6737 S Archer Rd, Bedford Park, IL 60455, USA
Breakfast restaurantAmerican restaurantDiner

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Chicago

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
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$298 /night
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4.1 (207 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago-Midway Airport, an IHG Hotel
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$119 /night
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4.0 (732 reviews)
Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
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$145 /night
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