The Field Museum is one of the most popular natural history museums in the world. The massive building provides hours of educational opportunities for people of all ages. Explore the world of dinosaurs, life underground, ancient Egypt and even death. With so many exhibits at the Field Museum, it’s going to be too long of…
With so many things to explore across Chicago, the Shedd Aquarium is one of the most popular hot spots. There’s a little something for everyone, from a fun 4-D theater experience to endless numbers of fish and wildlife from around the world. The Shedd Aquarium is worth a visit if you’re in Chicago, and with…
I love engaging museums that give people of all ages the opportunity to dive into science, history or more. The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago has all of that and more. I was able to fly into outer space, watch a lightning storm over my head and go underground in a coal mine….
I love finding activities for my colleagues and I to enjoy when we travel to work conferences. It often requires a lot of online research to find activities that work for the group. It’s also challenging when taking the weather into account – because it can get bitterly cold in Chicago in November. We ended…
Chicago has so many things to see and do. I’ve been there several times for various work conferences, and it seems like each time, I’m able to experience something new. But if you’re planning to visit several of the more popular venues in Chicago, you may want to consider getting a Chicago CityPASS so you…
Things at the Museum of Illusions Chicago aren’t always as they seem. A short person can become tall. Another may be able to walk on the ceiling, while another person appears to teleport in an infinity well. The photo opportunities are everywhere at the museum, and it’s an experience you and your friends will be…
Are you afraid of heights? Do they make you a little squeemish? Don’t let that stop you from taking a ride to the 94th floor and experiencing 360 Chicago Observation Deck. And don’t forget to snag an experience on Tilt to look out over the edge of the building at the streets directly below. Some…
When I think of Chicago, I don’t think of outer space. But when I learned the Adler Planetarium housed the Gemini 12 space capsule, the museum was quickly added to my “Things to do in Chicago” list. I could’ve spent about three hours exploring everything the Adler Planetarium has, but my time on this visit…
There’s something inspiring about standing on top of the Willis Tower, one of the country’s tallest buildings. It’s even more exhilarating to stand outside of that building on a glass floor only 1.5 inches thick, looking down to the street 1,353 feet below you. Hope you’re not afraid of heights! Chicago offers this experience atop…
