Deals
share
(312) 922-7827
1300 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago,
IL
60605
41.8629
-87.6185
Neighborhoods: Near South Side, Central
Years in business
Established in 1930
Hours:
Memorial Day-Labor Day daily 9:30am-6pm
early Sept-late May daily 9:30am-4:30pm
1st Fri of every month until 10pm. StarRider Theater and Sky Shows run throughout the day
call main number for current times
Last updated 7.26.11
Category:
Museums, Gift Shops, Government Contractors, Marketing Consultants, Attractions, Planetariums
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard
What People Are Saying About Adler Planetarium & Museum
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
Overview – The Adler Planetarium is on the easternmost portion of the scenic Museum Campus, which also includes the Field Museum and the Shedd Aquarium. The planetarium includes dozens of hands-on exhibits that explain the workings of the universe, from faraway galaxies to our own sun and neighboring planets, plus historical walk-through exhibits chronicling the birth of modern astronomy. If you're a sky nut, this is the place for you. – – The Experience – The Sky Pavilion provides one of the best views of the city from its walls of windows while the SkyRider Theater…
Editor's Tips
- Save Money:
- Free admission on Monday and Tuesday. An additional fee for shows applies.
- Know Before You Go:
- Admission is sold in packages, with discounts for Chicago residents. Admission plus one show is $16 for adults ($14 Chicago residents); $14 for kids ages 4-17 ($13 residents); $15 for seniors ($13 residents). Additional shows cost $5.
- The Extras:
- Grab some lunch at the Sky Pavilion. Food is also available at the other museums on the Museum Campus.
@adlerskywatch |