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3 days of Chicago’s best indoor family adventures
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Ready for a fun-filled escape from the weather? This three-day Chicago itinerary is packed with indoor attractions perfect for families. Explore legendary theaters, interactive museums, and playful experiences—all while enjoying the convenience and flexibility of the All Inclusive pass.
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Go behind the scenes at The Chicago Theatre Tour Experience
Start your adventure with a backstage tour of The Chicago Theatre. Marvel at its French Baroque design, snap a photo under the famous marquee, and hear stories of legendary performers. Located in the Loop, you’re close to cozy coffee shops and classic Chicago bites—perfect for a post-tour treat.The Chicago Theatre Tour Experience
5.0 (8)1-2 hours$29.79Included with the All-Inclusive PassWalk through the world of America's favorite musicians, comedians and superstars on the Chicago Theatre Tour Experience.Get ready to go on a journey from the theatre's 1912 beginnings, to its present-day status as a premier entertainment venue. Explore historical and architectural wonders like the grand lobby, the majestic auditorium and more.Walk where the legends walked as you stand on the iconic stage and get a look at artists' signatures from legends like Frank Sinatra, Dolly Parton and Dean Martin and truly immerse yourself in the history of this majestic venue.
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Explore hands-on wonders at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Ignite curiosity at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. From a real WWII submarine to a tornado simulator, every exhibit invites you to touch, play, and discover. Walk through a giant heart, explore the science behind daily life, and recharge at the museum café before your next stop.Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
4.6 (26)Up to 3 hours$37.95Included with the All-Inclusive PassExplore 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 PassGiant Dome Theater access included - 2
Build, play, and imagine at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Unleash creativity at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center. Enjoy themed rides, a 4D cinema, and hands-on building zones. Check out Chicago’s skyline in LEGO bricks and join fun workshops—an interactive, colorful experience that keeps everyone entertained indoors.LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Up to 2 hours$33.38Included with the All-Inclusive PassStep into a world of imagination and creativity at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago, where over 3 million LEGO® bricks await!From interactive rides and hands-on building zones to a spectacular miniature replica of Chicago, this indoor LEGO® playground is the ultimate destination for kids and LEGO® fans of all ages.Whether you're battling through Kingdom Quest, exploring the LEGO® Jungle Expedition, or designing your fastest race car, there's endless fun to discover! - 3
Strike up some fun at 10pin Chicago Bowling & Pizza!
End your day with classic fun at 10pin Chicago. Enjoy 90 minutes of bowling in a lively setting, complete with delicious pizza. It’s a great way to unwind, compete, and stay active indoors—plus, you’re steps from the Riverwalk for a stroll before or after your game.Booking required10pin Chicago Bowling & Pizza!
4.8 (13)1-2 hours$55.00Included with the All-Inclusive PassGet 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 Pass20% off all food and drink
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Reach for the stars at Adler Planetarium
Begin your day at Adler Planetarium, where interactive exhibits and immersive sky shows take you from our solar system to distant galaxies. The lakeside setting offers beautiful views, and you’re close to more Museum Campus attractions for extra indoor fun.Adler Planetarium
4.3 (19)Up to 3 hours$40.00Included with the All-Inclusive PassTravel 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 PassTwo shows included - 2
Dive into discovery at Shedd Aquarium
Meet thousands of aquatic creatures at Shedd Aquarium. Wander through vibrant habitats, catch daily animal presentations, and get up close with everything from sharks to penguins. It’s a must for animal lovers and a fantastic way to enjoy Chicago’s waterfront indoors.Shedd Aquarium
4.0 (27)Up to 3 hours$52.29Included with the All-Inclusive PassGo 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. - 3
Play and learn at Chicago Children’s Museum
Let kids’ imaginations soar at Chicago Children’s Museum. With interactive exhibits for hands-on play, little ones can build, climb, and create. Located at Navy Pier, it’s a top spot for families to spend a few hours indoors, with plenty of dining and shopping nearby.Chicago Children's Museum
5.0 (8)Up to 2 hours$25.00Included with the All-Inclusive PassTour Chicago Children's Museum's new permanent exhibit: Water City. In the new Water City experience, children of all ages and abilities can determine their own experiments, narratives, sensory experiences, and explorations of the physical properties of water.Water City connects water play and STEM experiences for the next generation of young explorers and their families. The exhibit is in the historic part of Navy Pier called the Head House, in the western 50 ft. tall tower and includes a central water feature with three legs echoing the three branches of the Chicago River, and uniquely Chicago elements such as a lock/dam system, Lake Michigan, and skyscrapers from Chicago’s iconic skyline.As one of the best things to do in Chicago with kids, the Chicago Children's Museum features 15 permanent, kid-friendly exhibits that are included with your pass.With All-Inclusive Pass10% discount in the gift shop - 4
Challenge your senses at Museum of Illusions Chicago
Wrap up your trip at the Museum of Illusions. Step into rooms that defy gravity, snap mind-bending photos, and test your perception with interactive exhibits. It’s a playful, memorable finale—and you’ll leave with plenty of fun photos to share.Museum of Illusions Chicago
4.4 (40)Up to an hour$41.94Included with the All-Inclusive PassWitness 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!
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