2 days of indoor fun in Chicago for curious explorers

2 days

6 stops

2 days

6 Attractions

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, 10pin Chicago Bowling & Pizza!, Adler Planetarium, Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Museum of Illusions Chicago

Ready to stay cozy while exploring Chicago? This two-day plan is packed with hands-on museums, cosmic journeys, and playful activities—all indoors. Whether you’re with family or friends, you’ll experience the city’s best attractions, all with the convenience and flexibility of the All Inclusive pass.

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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry: hands-on wonder
Start your adventure at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, where interactive exhibits and jaw-dropping displays spark curiosity for all ages. Explore a real U-505 submarine, experiment with science gadgets, and marvel at the giant model train. The museum’s lively atmosphere makes learning feel like play, and Jackson Park is just steps away for a quick breather.
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Up to 3 hours
$37.95Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
Explore one of the largest science museums in the world. Housed in the only remaining building from the famous 1893 World's Columbian Exposition's 'White City,' it offers a variety of hands-on, dynamic activities and exhibits for guests of all ages.Venture down a life-like coal mine, control a 40-foot indoor tornado, and marvel at a massive dollhouse.
With All-Inclusive Pass
Giant Dome Theater access included
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10pin Chicago Bowling & Pizza: strikes and slices
Keep the good times rolling at 10pin Chicago, where you’ll enjoy 90 minutes of bowling and tasty pizza. This upbeat spot is perfect for groups and families, offering a relaxed vibe and plenty of laughs. It’s the ideal way to recharge and have fun, rain or shine.
Booking required
10pin Chicago Bowling & Pizza!
1-2 hours
$55.00Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
Get a group together and bowl to your heart's content at the 10pin Bowling Lounge in the historic Marina City neighborhood of Chicago. This upscale venue boasts 24 bowling lanes and the largest HD video wall in downtown Chicago, showing music videos and sports games while you play.Your Chicago bowling ticket includes 90-minutes of bowling fun and as many games as you can squeeze in within that time. While you play, you'll enjoy delicious homemade pizza and a soft drink too!Grab your retro bowling shoes, pick your favorite colored ball, and get going to 10pin Bowling Lounge in Chicago.
With All-Inclusive Pass
20% off all food and drink
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Adler Planetarium: cosmic exploration
Begin your day at Adler Planetarium, where you’ll journey through the stars with interactive exhibits and dazzling space shows. Touch real meteorites, explore the mysteries of the universe, and enjoy the planetarium’s engaging displays. The lakefront setting adds a scenic touch to your cosmic adventure.
Adler Planetarium
Up to 3 hours
$40.00Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
Travel through space and time, and learn everything there is to know about the solar system at the Adler Planetarium.Explore the best bits of our 91 billion light-year galaxy through the interactive exhibits. Join the search for a new ninth planet, take a speedy tour of your cosmic backyard, and peek inside the Gemini 12 spacecraft. Kids will love to climb and fly through Planet Explorers - a modern-day space adventure for the whole family.
With All-Inclusive Pass
Two shows included
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Field Museum: meet SUE and ancient wonders
Step into the Field Museum to encounter SUE the T. rex, ancient mummies, and sparkling gems. This world-class destination is packed with natural wonders and fascinating stories, making it a favorite for curious minds and history fans. Every visit brings a new discovery.
Field Museum
Up to 3 hours
$46.00Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
With 4.6 billion years in one place, the Field Museum takes you around the world and back in time. Here, you can come face-to-face with SUE, the world’s largest- and most famous- T. rex, explore ancient Egyptian, discover over 10,000 years of Chinese history, and much more!Renowned for its state-of-the-art exhibits, leading scientific research, and impressive collection of artifacts and specimens, the Field Museum inspires curiosity and tells the story of life on Earth.The fun and interactive Field Museum exhibits will appeal to all the family. Get to grips with genetics at the DNA Discovery Center, and explore the culture and artifacts of civilizations all over the world.
With All-Inclusive Pass
Regularly priced ticketed exhibitions also included
With your pass, adults receive a 50% discount on any 3-D Movie!
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Shedd Aquarium: underwater adventures
Dive into Shedd Aquarium and explore vibrant coral reefs, playful otters, and majestic sharks. With thousands of aquatic creatures to discover, it’s a must for animal lovers and anyone curious about the underwater world. The immersive exhibits make every moment memorable.
Shedd Aquarium
Up to 3 hours
$51.84Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
Go on a wild underwater adventure at Shedd Aquarium. This attraction is ideal for all the family and perfect for fans of sharks, stingrays, and everything in between.You’ll see incredible creatures from freshwater, marine, terrestrial, and even aerial environments at the Shedd’s award-winning exhibits. Get nose-to-nose with sharks in the wild reef, dolphins and beluga whales in the oceanarium, and much more.The Shedd Aquarium in Chicago also does its bit for conservation and research, focusing primarily on animals and habitats in the Great Lakes and the Caribbean. Learn more about the important work they do at their range of talks and animal presentations. There’s also the chance to get your hands wet at the Stingray Touch exhibition which runs between May and September.
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Museum of Illusions Chicago: playful perspectives
Wrap up your adventure at the Museum of Illusions, where reality gets a twist. Snap fun photos, challenge your senses, and enjoy interactive exhibits that will have everyone laughing and guessing. It’s a playful way to end your Chicago journey.
Museum of Illusions Chicago
Up to an hour
$41.94Included with the All-Inclusive Pass
Witness the impossible at the Museum of Illusions. With over 80 immersive rooms and mind-bending exhibits, MOI is all about unbelievable fun! Perfect for children and adults alike, time will fly by as you explore the Museum of Illusion's various rooms and displays. Whether it's contorting natural shapes, or playing with light, these optical illusions will make the impossible, possible!