Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Harwood Heights

We've collected top 10 mentioned science and space museums in Harwood Heights from other articles such as Red Tricycle, Condé Nast Traveler, Tripster Travel Guide.

Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Harwood Heights

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 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 citypass.com
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"The Field Museum is your passport to travel the world and back in time with 4.5 billion years of history under one roof. Field is also one of the few places in the United States where you can visit an ancient Egyptian tomb."
Mentioned by Chicago 3 days itinerary
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"After the aquarium, walk over to the Field Museum. This is one of the largest natural history museums in the world and one of my favorite hot spots in Chicago."
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
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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 Nightlife in Harwood Heights

Laurel Room (Seasonal Rooftop)
Laurel Room (Seasonal Rooftop)
4.1 (46 ratings)
Chic, airy lounge with Californian cuisine & cocktails, loungey furniture, greenery & skyline views.
640 N N LaSalle Dr 8th floor, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
RestaurantCocktail bar
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants River North. Inspired by California, Pacific Standard Time dessert menu is rife with fresh, summery flavors. Taste the bounty with dishes like the citrus pavlova, which is paired with lemongrass pudding, yuzu curd, grapefruit granita and mint."
The Hangge-Uppe
The Hangge-Uppe
3.9 (432 ratings)
Casual bi-level bar with quirky decor ranging from tiki to rock 'n' roll, dance floors & late hours.
14 W Elm St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
BarDance hallNight club
Mentioned by The Infatuation
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"We’re not exactly great dancers by any stretch of the imagination. But we’re the best dancers around when alcohol is involved, and you probably are too. Our dance moves get even better if there’s a sing-along, which is why we like to break it down in the basement of the Hanggee-Uppe every now and then."
Marvin's Food & Fuel
Marvin's Food & Fuel
4.3 (58 ratings)
954 W Fulton Market St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantBar

Top Best Italian Restaurants in Harwood Heights

Nella Pizza e Pasta
Nella Pizza e Pasta
4.4 (543 ratings)
Neapolitan pies from a special oven, pasta, antipasti & salads pair with cocktails & Cal-Ital wines.
1125 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Italian restaurantLunch restaurantPizza restaurant
Tortello
Tortello
4.6 (291 ratings)
Housemade pastas & sauces from an open kitchen, served at a counter for casual dining or takeout.
1746 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Italian restaurantPasta shop
Mentioned by Money Inc
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"If you are dining out in the Wicker Park district of Chicago, then the top option for Italian cuisine enthusiasts is Tortello. Dario Monni is the owner of this counter-serve restaurant, which is famous for its authentic Italian pasta. One of the best dishes on the menu is the Tortelli, which is pasta stuffed with burrata and then topped with sage brown butter and toasted hazelnuts."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants Italian Wicker Park. There are few things in this world that taste better than authentic Italian pasta that's made by hand. Dario Monni, the owner of this sweet counter-service restaurant in Wicker Park, understands that, and his upbringing in Italy only adds to the legitimacy of this operation."
Acanto
Acanto
4.5 (551 ratings)
Salumi, pizza, pasta & other Italian fare plus cocktails & a large wine list in a relaxed setting.
18 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
Italian restaurantCocktail barWine bar

Best Dessert in Harwood Heights

Molly's Cupcakes
Molly's Cupcakes
4.6 (82 ratings)
179 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Cupcake shopBakeryCatererCoffee shopCookie shopCorporate gift supplierDessert restaurantEvent venueWedding bakery
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"You can probably already tell that we love our cupcakes here in Chicago. More Cupcakes is known for their upscale environment and minimalist display. Stop by for delicious cupcakes with unique toppings."
Vanille Patisserie
Vanille Patisserie
4 (58 ratings)
Luxe pastry shop crafting macarons, petit fours & other French confections, plus custom cakes.
131 N Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Dessert shopBakeryPatisserie
Mentioned by Travel Crog
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"It takes a lot of almond flour, powdered sugar, and finesse to create a macaron with no imperfections. Vanille Patisserie is classical in its flavors and technique making it feel like stepping back into France with each bite. Vanille Patisserie is located near many Chicago Cheap Eats mentioned above such as Del Seoul, Molly’s Cupcakes, and Lito’s Empanadas."
Mentioned by Cool Things Chicago
Best macarons in Chicago | 12 Top Places to Find Macarons in Chicago
"The macarons on offer at Vanille Patisserie give out an explosion of flavor when bitten into. Strawberry lemongrass in a popular summer flavor at these venues found across Chicago, including S Harper Ct. and N. Clinton St. at the Chicago French Market, however, there’s a whole variety of flavors available."
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme
3.7 (115 ratings)
Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.
108 N State St Suite 50, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
Donut shopCoffee shopDessert shopFast food restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Harwood Heights

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