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Founded in 1879, the Art Institute of Chicago is one of the world’s major museums, housing an extraordinary collection of objects from across places, …

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Mar 20, 2025
Beautiful museum. Most probably visit to see the impressive collection of prominent paintings. However, the Thorne Miniature rooms on the lowest level are very unique and not to be missed. I suggest …Full review by Ilene
Mar 19, 2025
One of my favorite museums the city has to offer! I took advantage of the complimentary winter weekdays for Chicago residents. Over the years, I'm grateful to have seen as many artworks and corridors…Full review by chattter
Mar 17, 2025
Wonderful place to spend a few hours with a wide range of art from Roman sculptures to impressionists to contemporary. Great range of artists. Personally biased towards the impressionists which there…Full review by Sarah T
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Find the Art Institute of Chicago located along Michigan Avenue in Chicago. The museum includes everything from Medieval artwork, to …
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From popular Rembrandt masterpieces to recent works by lesser-known artists, the Art Institute of Chicago houses one of the finest a…
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Can I check my carryon bag at the art institute of Chicago?
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Yes you can, enjoy your visit, wear comfortable shoes expect and all day experience
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do I need tickets ahead of time in January?
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I bought tickets in advance, which is where I found out about the discounts, my daughter is a student, and my mother is a senior, so it helped me.
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Is there a two-day pass?
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I’m not aware of a 2 day pass. We simply bought a membership($105). It’s good for a year and gets you inside the building(membership line) rather than waiting outside in …
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I’m not aware of a 2 day pass. We simply bought a membership($105). It’s good for a year and gets you inside the building(membership line) rather than waiting outside in the general admittance line. You don’t need timed entry with a membership plus they will text you when the special exhibit is open to you. Of course we live only 5 hours away. Just a thought.
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is the fast pass worth doing? What does it really exhibits does it really get you quicker in? Don't you walk at your own pace?
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not very familiar with that. does it get you into many Chicago museums? I got a reciprocal entry as we belong to an out of town art museum.
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What are the Art Institute’s hours?
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The museum is open to the public Monday 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Wednesday11 a.m.–5 p.m., Thursday 11 a.m....
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Including works by Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet and Georges Seurat
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The museum has the largest Impressionist collection outside of Paris
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If you have a go chicago card or a citypass, admission into the museum is included with your pass. learn
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The art institute can get incredibly crowded on weekends
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If you are visiting chicago, ask the museum if they are hosting any events and get tickets!
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Many visitors are unaware of the late thursday hours, so consider visiting then, too, to avoid rush hour
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Travelers can find the best recommended tour recommendations, transportation routes, gourmet restaurants..
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Moving onto the public service stations, this directory has all that you need to make your trip to the city seamless and fun
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Another special feature of the museum is the touch gallery which is specially designed for the visually impaired
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If you need a drink, a snack, or perhaps a fine-cuisine fix to recharge
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You can always count on the noble lion statues guarding the michigan avenue entrance of the art institute of chicago
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Allow two hours to browse the must-sees; art buffs should allocate much longer
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The aic is located in chicago's grant park at 111 south michigan avenue within the landmark historic michigan boulevard district
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If you love paintings by the french impressionist claude monet, you will think you're in paradise at the art institute
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Apart from the museum, it is also an art school which offers different educational programs for the students
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