You could spend a lifetime exploring Chicago’s unique arts, culture, and entertainment. But, since you’ll likely be in town for just a short time, here are some great places to start.
Museums, galleries, and exhibitions
From the bottom of the sea up to the stars, Chicago has it all on display. Start at the famous Museum Campus along Lake Michigan, where you’ll find three world-renowned museums: The Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum, The Field Museum, and The Shedd Aquarium. For art lovers, the Art Institute of Chicago offers masterpieces from ancient to ultramodern, and cultural institutions cover everything from famous historical events to current issues. And, don’t miss the International Museum of Surgical Science.
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Theater and performing arts
Soak up story lines, take in dazzling sights and sounds, journey through fairy tale wonderlands, and laugh or cry until it hurts. On any given night, Chicago’s 200+ theaters present everything from Broadway world premieres to edgy original plays. Beyond theater are renowned dance companies, opera that will make you want to take up singing lessons, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, a musical force of over 100 talented musicians.
Music and comedy
Chicago is famous for legendary blues and jazz, heard nightly in venues throughout the city. Chicago’s music scene can also offer up indie, hip-hop, electronic, or just plain rock n’ roll. Whatever is on your iPod® is also in Chicago. If you like to laugh, you’ll be in the right place. Chicago’s comedy scene launched the careers of John Belushi, Steve Carrell, Stephen Colbert, Tina Fey, and many others. From traditional stand-up to competitive improv, you can find it in Chicago.
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