Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Downtown Chicago

We've collected top 10 mentioned science and space museums in Downtown Chicago from other articles such as Family Destinations Guide, 10Best, UrbanMatter.

Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Downtown 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
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Mentioned by Museum Hack
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"The Field Museum of Natural History is one of the biggest natural history museums in the world. The Field Museum is considered a leader in its scientific and educational programming. The Field Museum's permanent collection includes more than 24 million different specimens, including fossils, meteorites, and gems."
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
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"The Field Museum has come along way since 1893 when it was built for the World’s Columbian Exposition. This place is truly a natural history heaven with towering dinos, Egyptian tomb jewels, and so many more archaeological gems. It’s even home to the world’s largest T-Rex."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
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"The big thing to see these days is literally big: Maximo the Titanosaur, the largest dinosaur that ever lived. And, the world's most famous T. Rex, Sue, got the royal treatment with brand new digs on the 2nd floor."
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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Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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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…"

Top Best American Restaurants in Downtown Chicago

Yolk - West Loop
Yolk - West Loop
4.4 (1162 ratings)
Cafe chain serving creative breakfast dishes & sandwiches in a cheery, contemporary atmosphere.
500 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
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Cafe Robey
Cafe Robey
4.6 (367 ratings)
Cafe at The Robey hotel offering American fare for brunch & dinner, plus a cocktail lounge upstairs.
1600 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
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Big Mouth Steak and Subs
Big Mouth Steak and Subs
5 (20 ratings)
2903 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
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Mentioned by PureWow
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"Big Mouth began as an instantly popular food truck in 2020, and this month they opened up a brick-and-mortar location in Logan Square. Try their signature steak subs with plenty of onions and melted white American cheese on top or opt for a plate of cheesesteak fries instead."

Best Beach in Downtown Chicago

North Shore Beach
North Shore Beach
4.8 (10 ratings)
Illinois 60626, USA
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Belmont Harbor Dog Beach
Belmont Harbor Dog Beach
4.3 (233 ratings)
Chicago, IL 60657, USA
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Mentioned by Holidify
Beaches in Chicago
"Unlike other dog beaches in Chicago, Belmont Harbor Dog Beach isn’t as crowded. And this beach is perfect to see how the dogs react to the beach for the first time. Nestled just a few minutes' walks away from Wrigley, Belmont Harbor Dog Beach has plenty of spaces for playing around, splashing in the waters, soaking up in the sun, and more."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"The name says it all, and if you don’t have a dog, don’t worry. You can watch the pups play in the water together. It’s a short walk from Wrigley and is a little quieter than Montrose."
Loyola Beach
Loyola Beach
4.7 (508 ratings)
Illinois 60626, USA
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Mentioned by Holidify
Beaches in Chicago
"With a sprawling 21 acres of land, Loyola Beach is an expansive beach that provides ample space for witnessing exceptional vistas of the city skyline. The beach is nestled in the outpost of the East Rogers Park community. The beach features various amenities for visitors to enjoy, such as the woodshop, clubrooms, fitness centers, and a boxing centre."
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"Just across from Rogers Park, you’ll cross through Loyola Park before getting to the sandy shoreline. There’s a parking lot, basketball and tennis courts, and playground in the park. On the southern end of the beach near the breakwater there’s a natural dune habitat and a lighthouse."

Popular Gardens in Downtown Chicago

Garfield Park Conservatory
Garfield Park Conservatory
4.8 (6118 ratings)4.5 (719 ratings)
184-acre park with a swimming pool, fishing lagoon, athletic fields, tennis courts & more.
300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624, USA
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Lurie Garden
Lurie Garden
4.8 (131 ratings)4.5 (108 ratings)
5 acres of Millennium Park dedicated to eco-friendly botanical landscaping with city views.
220 E. Monroe St This is NOT mailing address, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
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Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Downtown Chicago

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Chicago Parthenon Hostel
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420 friendly Modern 2 BR heaven on Michigan w optional parking
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