Chicago History Museum Tours and Tickets

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General admission to the Chicago History Museum costs US$19 for adults, seniors over 65 and young people aged 13–22 pay US$17, and children aged 12 and under enter for free. Illinois residents aged 18 and under receive free entry. Entry to the museum is also included with some sightseeing passes, with prices from US$84.

Yes, the Chicago History Museum is worth visiting—it's the definitive place to explore the city's past. Here, you can board a historic subway car, learn the story of the Great Chicago Fire, and discover how Abraham Lincoln rose to the White House. Book a private guided walking tour of the museum for insights you might otherwise miss, while some Chicago sightseeing experiences pair a trip here with nearby highlights.

Per one customer who booked the Private Chicago History Museum Tour, "I enjoyed this tour immensely! Bernie was very thorough—I learned much more about Chicago than I expected! The history was brought to life with relevant and often humorous stories. I highly recommend Chicago Museum Tours for anyone interested in learning Chicago history."

Admission to the Chicago History Museum is usually between US$17–19, with discounted rates for seniors and students and free entry for children 12 and under. Opening hours vary depending on the days of the week, but the museum is typically closed on Mondays.

The museum's bag policy stipulates that bags should not exceed dimensions of 13 x 12 x 4 inches for admission into galleries and public areas. Visitors must carry bags at their front or side rather than on their backs for ease of movement and safety at the museum.

No, there isn’t any parking available at the Chicago History Museum. Instead, you can drive one block north of the museum to 1730 North Stockton Drive, near Clark and LaSalle streets. Here, it costs US$10 to park with museum validation. Alternatively, you can reach the museum by buses #22, #36, or #72.

With 22 million exhibits, you could spend a whole day at the museum and scratch the surface of what there is to discover. However, the average visit takes around 2 hours to walk around all the galleries and get a good overview of the city’s history.

Yes, photographing at the Chicago History Museum is allowed for personal use. However, video recording during tours is prohibited to preserve the experience's integrity. It's advisable to enjoy interactive exhibits and guided narratives without electronic distractions to fully immerse yourself in learning about the city's history.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Chicago History Museum. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Chicago:

• Chicago Riverwalk

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• Chicago River

• Wrigley Building

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