Immersion in the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry

The ChicagoMuseum of Science and Industry is one of the largest in the world!

It covers an area of more than 35,000 m², with exhibitions spread over a number of different sites. The museum's main building is the former Palace of Fine Arts from the 1893 World's Fair.

It was the only building from the Exposition Universelle to survive the terrible fire that broke out after the exhibition closed.

The collection of objects amassed over the years is encyclopaedic. The fun tours are based on a variety of themes.

So there's no shortage of subjects to explore. In other words, you'll discover the secrets of the human body, space, defence and transport. A fun and educational experience!

One of the attractions of this surprising museum is that it is suitable for young and old alike. Children will marvel at all the attractions and experiments.

The most spectacular moments include :

• YOU! The Experience is an attraction where children are the actors in the game. They can run on a human-sized hamster wheel or create 3D drawings.
• AtThe Idea Factory, the youngest visitors will be amazed by the experiments carried out in a laboratory. They can even create explosions and chemical reactions...

For older visitors, there are flight simulators, The Great Train Factory train collection and an Omnimax film (additional ticket required).

As an added bonus, you can climb aboard a former German submarine, the U-505, dating from the Second World War (admission at an additional cost). Last but not least, the Henry Crown Space Center will delight fans of the constellations and space! You'll discover the Apollo 8 command module.

Apollo 8 was the first manned spacecraft to reach the Moon. Once around the moon, the spacecraft orbited it for 20 hours. It then began its descent to Earth in December 1968!

The Sophy Hyde Park Hotel is just a few blocks from the museum. Located in an area south of the city centre, the hotel is accessible by train or taxi.

The 4-star hotel combines comfortable rooms with a warm welcome. A bar, restaurant and fitness centre complete the range of services on offer.

Former President Obama's Hyde Park home is just a few blocks away.

👉 When is the best time to visit the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry?

You can go to the museum whatever the season! Especially as temporary exhibitions are on offer throughout the year (programme on the museum website).