Attractions

10pin bowling Located adjacent to the House of blues, featuring 24 state-of-the-art bowling lanes, giant HD screens, a revolutionary video jukebox and decidedly upscale food and atmosphere. We welcome student groups of all ages. www.10pinchicago.com Group-friendly restaurant available Average length of visit: 2 hours
Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum Visitors explore the moon, stars and edge of the galaxy through interactive exhibits and theater presentations. view our newest exhibition, SHOOT FOR THE MOON, which highlights exciting stories of space exploration. www.adlerplanetarium.org Group-friendly restaurant available Educational Programs available Choir Performance Venue available Band Performance Venue available Average length of visit: 2 hours Maximum band size: 50 Performance equipment available for rent: No
Dave & Buster’s D&B is THE place for student travel groups! 250+ games and simulators, great prizes for game play, billiards, banquet rooms & one-of-a-kind fun in 60,000 square feet! www.daveandbusters.com Group-friendly restaurant available Educational Programs available Choir Performance Venue available Band Performance Venue available Average length of visit for students: 2 hours, 30 minutes Maximum band size: 50 Maximum choir size: 100 Performance equipment available for rental: No
The Field Museum Home of Sue, the world’s largest T. rex! Discover 23 Egyptian mummies, animals of Africa or our dazzling Hall of Gems or 4 billion years of life on earth. The Field Museum-always be discovering! www.fieldmuseum.org Group-friendly restaurant available Educational Programs available Choir Performance Venue available Band Performance Venue available Average length of visit for students: 2 hours, 30 minutes Maximum band size: 100 Maximum choir size: 120 Performance equipment available for rental. Chairs are free.Sound system available for rental fee.
The Hancock Observatory Spectacular 360º views spanning four states and 80 miles. Ride the country’s fastest elevator and cool off at Chicago’s highest open-air skywalk 1,000 feet up. www.hancockobservatory.com Education Programs Band Performance Venue Choir Performance Venue Average length of visit for students: 30-45 minutes Maximum band size: 100 Maximum choir size: 100 Performance equipment available for rental: No
John G. Shedd Aquarium On the shores of Lake Michigan lies a gateway to an underwater world. Sharks patrol, a sea turtle cruises and fishes from around the world school together. Shedd Aquarium is where students become explorers! www.sheddaquarium.org Educational Programs available Choir Performance Venue available Average length of visit: 3 hours Maximum choir size: 65 Performance equipment available for rent: No
Latin Street Dancing Come to enjoy a tour of the Latin world through dancing. Group parties available whenever you come to Chicago and at any time. Latin Street Dancing, where dancing is fun! www.LatinStreetDancing.com Educational Programs available Average length of visit: 1 hour
McCormick Tribune Freedom Museum Experience the nation's first museum dedicated to freedom and the First Amendment. Stimulating interactive exhibits allow students to question, challenge and debate issues such as freedom of expression and censorship. www.FreedomMuseum.us Educational Programs available Average length of visit: 1 hour Note: Free Admission is offered to registered school groups only.
Museum of Science & Industry Come aboard our U-505 sub, zoom from Chicago to Seattle on the coolest model railroad, have fun in a toy factory, and plunge into darkness in a coal mine. www.msichicago.org Group-friendly restaurant available Educational Programs available Choir Performance Venue available Band Performance Venue available Average length of visit: 2-3 hours
Mystic Blue Cruises Mystic Blue Cruises offers everything you need to entertain your fellow students, faculty and guests in a fun, safe and supervised environment. Student-friendly buffets, DJ and dancing. www.entertainmentcruises.com Group-friendly Restaurant Average length of visit for students: 3 - 4 hours
Navy Pier Something’s always happening at Navy Pier®, Illinois' top visited attraction, offering more than 50 acres of shops, restaurants, and attractions and an unparalleled array of family events and entertainment year round. www.navypier.com Group-friendly Restaurant Education Programs Band Performance Venue Choir Performance Venue Note: Free Admission Average length of visit for students: 2 - 3 hours Maximum band size: Varies, marching bands only Maximum choir size: 40 - 50 Performance equipment available for rental YES, ask for details.
Navy Pier IMAX Theatre The only way to see amazing 3D films and the biggest blockbusters is on a six-story screen with 12,000 watts of sound! Give your group the ultimate viewing experience! www.imax.com/chicago Educational Programs available Average length of visit: 1 hour
Sears Tower Skydeck Reach the height of education and experience all of Chicago from the world’s best vantage point, the 103rd floor Sears Tower Skydeck. Perfect for students of all ages. www.theskydeck.com Educational Programs available Band Performance Venue available Group-friendly Restaurant Choir Performance Venue Average length of visit: 1 hour, 30 minutes Maximum choir size: 50, Monday - Friday only Performance equipment available for rent: No
Shoreline Sightseeing Choose from a variety of educational and fun boat tours. Flexible booking policies, frequent departures, and docks at Navy Pier, Sears Tower and Museum Campus! Educational packets available. www.shorelinesightseeing.com Educational Programs available Seasonal Average length of visit: 1 hour Seasonal
Wendella Sightseeing Boats Experience Chicago’s Original Guided Boat Tour and Explore Chicago Aboard the Chicago Water Taxi. Architectural, Sightseeing and Fireworks tours available. Ask about Student Group rates and the Explore Chicago Ticket. www.wendellaboats.com Education Programs Seasonal Average length of visit for students: 1-2 hours