Chicago Museum Campus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Chicago Museum Campus
Popular places to visit
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Shedd Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Shedd Aquarium during your visit to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Field Museum of Natural History
A great destination for all the family, home to over 2 million artefacts on archaeology, history and science, from dinosaur bones to Egyptian mummies.
Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
Opportunities for fun, learning and wonder abound at this historic and state-of-the-art museum on the pretty shore of Lake Michigan.
Northerly Island Natural Area
Bird life, paved paths and a built-in music venue give one of Chicago’s newest green spaces much to offer to nature lovers, exercisers and music fans.
Northerly Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Northerly Island during your travels in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Chicago Museum Campus Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
The hotel is very dated. Room had stale smell. Staff brought us extra sheets and fans to keep the room cooler. The staff what there is was helpful. No one really is around.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Good breakfast, excellent service, unfortunately, they don't have microwave service to heat food
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Great location. Good amenities. Nice breakfast. Comfy beds. Quiet.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The hotel charges for the room before check-in. So if an individual reserves with one card, and you plan on using a different to payment method (which I needed to do) then you will be disappointed. Not only could they not show me that “rule” in writing, it was never relayed to me AT ALL! The hotel ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
We only stayed because we had to make a connection in the morning and it is the hotel attached to the airport
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chicago Museum Campus
Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Streeterville
Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
