Richard H. Driehaus Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

1. Richard H. Driehaus Museum

8.9
40 E Erie St (at Wabash), Chicago, IL
Museum · Near North Side · 21 tips and reviews

Tyler R.Tyler R.: Amazing museum/house! One of the best attractions I've visited in Chicago. Definitely should be on your todo list if you are in the magnificent mile area. Admission is $20

J L.J L: Go if u have an hour or so to spend in the Magnificent Mile before heading to the airport. Beautiful property and they have a fully function Crapper to boot!

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Was able to go to a private event here. It's so Beautiful!! I want to go back on a tour. Take a photo on the staircase

Chicago Children's Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

2. Chicago Children's Museum

8.5
700 E Grand Ave (at Streeter Dr), Chicago, IL
Museum · Streeterville · 45 tips and reviews

DoraDora: This is an official Nickelodeon Parents' Picks Award Nominee!Powered by ParentsConnect.com

Rhonda J.Rhonda Jones: My kids love this museum lots to do even parents love it! We been here twice.

Rachel S.Rachel Smith: Free every 1st Sunday for children under 15 and every Thursday 5-8pm for everyone.

Chicago Cultural Center is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

3. Chicago Cultural Center

9.0
78 E Washington St (btwn N Michigan & N Garland Ct.), Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 153 tips and reviews

meida m.meida mcneal: Beautiful building. So many nooks and crannies to explore.

HISTORYHISTORY: Completed in 1897 it was dedicated as the city's original Chicago Public Library. This monument was inspired by the neo-classical style of the World's Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893.

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: The Chicago Cultural Center was the backdrop for several scenes from The Untouchables, including Frank Nitti’s (Billy Drago) dramatic demise at the hand of federal agent Eliot Ness (Kevin Kostner).

Chicago Federal Reserve Money Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

4. Chicago Federal Reserve Money Museum

8.4
Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 7 tips and reviews

Jonathan F.Jonathan Ferrera: Learn about money and see more of it in one place. It is very informative and they even give out shredded money!

Kyra K.Kyra Kilian: It’s free! You can also get a free photo next to a million dollars!

Misha M.Misha Moskalyk: Learn a lot of useful and interesting information about money. Very interesting place to visit.

National Museum of Mexican Art is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

5. National Museum of Mexican Art

8.6
1852 W 19th St, Chicago, IL
Museum · Heart of Chicago · 32 tips and reviews

Jonathan F.Jonathan Ferrera: A free museum (with suggested donation). The art and artifacts cover a vast part of Mexican culture and history, including its relation to the US and the city of Chicago.

Chicago Dancing FestivalChicago Dancing Festival: Join us on Saturday, July 14th at 11 am for our Bolero Chicago workshop! If you RSVP, you also get a chance to win 2 VIP tickets to a performance during this year's Chicago Dancing Festival! Read more.

United Latino PrideUnited Latino Pride: NMMA has been a proud supporter of the LBGTQA community at large, hosting Queer Prom, and a wealth of other Community events, they also have amazing art exhibits, and are largely free!

Thorne Miniature Rooms is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

6. Thorne Miniature Rooms

8.3
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Museum · Grant Park · 2 tips and reviews

Ege E.Ege Elgun: Absolutely amazing. Such attention to detail! Wonderful book available in the gift shop for more information - highly recommend.

Michael C.Michael C: Prepare to have your mind blown! Don't miss this area.

wndr museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

7. wndr museum

8.3
1130 W Monroe St (Racine), Chicago, IL
Museum · Near West Side · 4 tips and reviews

Tim C.Tim Cocagne: What a cool, fun place to visit! Super interactive, and fun for both adults and children! Highly recommended!

BiancaBianca: A great sensorial experience. Must try

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Cool exhibit but kinda pricey. It’s ticketed by time slot so it’s seem super crowded.

The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

8. The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

8.2
3015 W Division St, Chicago, IL
Museum · Humboldt Park · 2 tips and reviews

Manuel M.Manuel Moran: Great building! A very important cultural institution that honors a community that has contributed so much to Chicago!

Rosie F.Rosie Figueroa: Nice place!

Swedish American Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

9. Swedish American Museum

8.3
5211 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Museum · Andersonville · 17 tips and reviews

AlexAlex: Top gallery, and outstanding playroom for young kids. Love the costumes some of the employees wear. Don't miss the reading room. Read more.

DoraDora: Don’t miss the Children’s Museum! Imaginative playscapes include a Viking ship, a log cabin, and a century-old Swedish farmhouse.Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more.

Deandra G.Deandra Grant: Very nice wedding reception with great food.

McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

10. McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum

8.0
376 N Michigan Ave (at N Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 9 tips and reviews

Phil W.Phil Watson: The only one of its kind, this museum shows the inside of the Michigan Ave bridge while tracing the history of the Chicago river from the 17th century to today. Cute, inexpensive, and worth a visit!

HISTORYHISTORY: Making its debut in 2006, this museum is dedicated to the history of the Chicago River and the city‚'s movable bridges. The museum is located in the southwest tower of the Michigan Avenue Bridge.

Álvaro L.Álvaro Lens: Free admission on Sundays!

Chicago Design Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

11. Chicago Design Museum

7.9
108 N State St (State and Washington), Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 6 tips and reviews

Jonathan F.Jonathan Ferrera: A fun museum that is easily missable when in Block 37. It does have surprisingly small floorspace from what you would expect from a museum.

ShaneShane: a museum inside a mall? yes!

Kirsten A.Kirsten Agnello-Dean: Great add to Block 37 and always free, rotating exhibits, and a cute little gift shop. It's on the 3rd floor. Unfolded was my favorite so far, but can't wait for the next one on gaming.

American Writers Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

12. American Writers Museum

7.7
180 N Michigan Ave (Lake Street), Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 8 tips and reviews

vivdogevivdoge: An amazingly delightful museum with many interactive exhibits!

Becca A.Becca Allen: Small but well-thought-out, full of fun interactivity. Bring a notebook because you’re going to want to take notes on the authors and books you learn about!

Joel&Megan H.Joel&Megan Hilgendorf: Small, price higher then I’d prefer, but great interactive elements and middle/high school students would learn so much. MPlease give teachers a larger discount.

DANK Haus German American Cultural Center is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

13. DANK Haus German American Cultural Center

7.5
4740 N Western Ave (at Lawrence Ave.), Chicago, IL
Museum · Ravenswood · 10 tips and reviews

Nicholle D.Nicholle Dombrowski: You will not believe how awesome the Terrasse views are

Chicago Sister Cities InternationalChicago Sister Cities International: DANK Haus promotes German culture and heritage through a variety of programs and classes and also includes a museum that does a great job of highlighting the German experience in Chicago.

DANK H.DANK Haus: Last Minute Tickets available for Comedy tonight at 8pm Mention code "CHAMBER" at the door for 50% off tickets Comedy Hirten: Moizi and Schwab Rock the USA

Glessner House Museum is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

14. Glessner House Museum

7.3
1800 S Prairie Ave (18th St.), Chicago, IL
Museum · Prairie District · 9 tips and reviews

Ashley K.Ashley Klingler: Yes viewing the house and area is lovely but take a tour inside. They've done a beautiful job in the upkeep and preservation. Read more.

StephenStephen: Learn about Chicago's first "Gold Coast." Read more.

Roosevelt CollectionRoosevelt Collection: Wander to the backyard of the House and walk through the beautiful courtyard that connects to the Clarke House Museum.

Impressionism Fashion & Modernity is one of The 15 Best Museums in Chicago.

15. Impressionism Fashion & Modernity

7.4
Chicago, IL
Museum · Grant Park · 6 tips and reviews

Ashland T.Ashland Thomas: One of the best exhibits ever. So beautiful. Just disappointed at the lack of postcards & prints :-(

Ekaterina R.Ekaterina R: James Tissot stands out. What an amazing selection of his work.

Max K.Max Koss: Amazing Manets! An over abundance of Tissot, who is not a great artist. Interesting dresses, and a weird room with AstroTurf, bird chirping and park benches. And an eye opening hang of Seurat's Jatte.