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VIP entry to Waters of the World galleries, Amazon Rising, Wild Reef, Abbott Oceanarium, Polar Play Zone, an aquatic show and Jellies special exhibit, plus your choice of a 4-D Experience

Fast Pass admission to the Skydeck’s 360-degree views and The Ledge glass floor balconies

All-Access Pass, including admission to all permanent and ticketed exhibitions plus your choice of one digital 3D film

VIP entry into the museum, including Science Storms, U-505 (exhibit only), YOU! The Experience, an Omnimax show and Motion Simulator Ride

Fast Pass admission to Chicago’s best views and only open-air Sky Walk.

VIP entry and general admission to all exhibitions, the historic Atwood Sphere and one 3-D theater show

Audio tour and admission to all permanent collections and non-ticketed special exhibitions

• Dolphins soar and belugas dance in Shedd's new aquatic show — included with CityPASS.
• Travel the world in 80 habitats in Waters of the World galleries.
• See Anacondas, piranhas and crocodiles in Amazon Rising, award-winning Wild Reef and 3-million-gallon saltwater Abbott Oceanarium.
• 4D Experience thrills you with high-definition digital 3-D projection, high-tech audio and "special FX" seats.
• Polar Play Zone — just for kids!

• Voted one of the 7 Wonders of Chicago by Chicago Tribune readers.
• The Ledge glass floor balconies
• 360-degree views of up to 50 miles — including Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin
• High Speed elevators zip you up at 1,600 feet (488 meters) per minute.
• Museum quality exhibits and interactive touch screen activities

• 26 million artifacts, including SUE, the world's largest, most complete T. rex.
• Evolving Planet — 4 billion years of life on Earth
• CityPASS includes an All-Access Pass to special exhibitions.
• Underground Adventure
• CityPASS includes an Ernst & Young 3D Theater film.

• MSI is the largest science center in the Western Hemisphere.
• Experience the fast action of a Motion Simulator Ride, included with CityPASS.
• See an Omnimax show in Chicago's only five-story, domed, wrap-around theater, included with CityPASS.
• Life magazine voted MSI one of the top 15 museums in the world.

• Chicago’s only open air Skywalk
• 360-degree views of Lake Michigan, the North Shore, downtown Chicago, and south to Indiana
• 94 stories high — above Magnificent Mile®
• Multimedia Sky Tour narrated by David Schwimmer — Included with CityPASS

• Tour inside the historic Atwood sphere, Chicago’s oldest planetarium.
• 3D Universe Theater — CityPASS includes one show.
• Nine exhibitions and multiple theaters bring space to you.
• Get up close to the Gemini 12 spacecraft.
• Planet Explorers — hands on fun for young children.

• The Art Institute is the nation’s second largest art museum.
• The Modern Wing contains works by Dalí, Matisse, Miró, Picasso, Pollock, and Warhol.
• View one of the world's finest Impressionist collections, including masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Renoir, Seurat, Gauguin, and van Gogh.
• CityPASS admission includes an audio tour.
• Free art-making activities are available for children each weekend from 11am to 2pm.
• Free guided tours are available daily at noon.
• Visit the Family Room and introduce your child to the museum’s encyclopedic collection with a variety of hands-on activities. Assemble puzzles based on masterpieces you’ll see in the galleries, build architectural wonders with colorful blocks, and learn about art through interactive stories and games at Curious Corner.
• Generations of visitors to the Art Institute of Chicago have been entranced by the Thorne Miniature Rooms. These rooms offer a detailed view of European residences from the 16th century through the 1930s and American homes from the 17th century to 1940, not to mention a "heightened" sense of self.
• The past returns as over 550 works from 4,000 years of art come together in Of Gods and Glamour, located in the beautiful new Mary and Michael Jaharis Galleries of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Art.

Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at the Will Call desk to skip main ticket line. Your VIP ticket gives you priority entry privileges during busy times, and access to the next available Abbott Oceanarium show time slot (entry on a space-available basis only).

Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at the CityPASS/Fast Pass lane. Follow the signs to skip main ticket and main security lines.

Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at Will Call (far right cashier desk, below CityPASS sign — inside the South entrance) for Express VIP entry and to skip the main ticket lines. Then, go directly to the 3D Theater to secure a show time. Admission to special exhibitions and 3D film require timed entry and are subject to availability.

Present CityPASS booklet or voucher in the entry hall CityPASS line to skip the main ticket line. Then, go directly to the Motion Simulator Ride and Omnimax Theater to secure ride/show times.

Present CityPASS booklet at Observatory lobby on the ground level. Exchange voucher for CityPASS booklet at the main ticket desk.

Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at the VIP Entry door at the South entrance (Street level) to avoid main ticket lines.

Present CityPASS booklet or voucher at the main admission desk to exchange for an entrance ticket.

Jellies
Through 2013
Prepare to be mesmerized by pulsing, translucent sea jellies and their mystifying natural history. Jellies depicts an underwater world of rarely seen animals that survive—and thrive—without bones, blood, or brains.

Images of the Afterlife
Through June 9, 2013
Two ancient Egyptian mummies from Field Museum collections will come face-to-face with the public like never before in Images of the Afterlife. Recent CT scans and the latest 3D imaging revealed the mummies’ age-old secrets to Museum scientists, and enabled an artist to create hyper-realistic sculptures portraying how these two individuals looked in life, thousands of years ago. Now no longer merely mummies #30007 and #11517, you’ll be able to envision the mummified remains as real persons—a woman in her forties with curly hair and a teenage boy named Minirdis.

Scenes From the Stone Age: The Cave Paintings of Lascaux
Through September 8, 2013
Walk through exact cave replicas by flickering light and marvel at full-size copies of paintings - some never seen before by the public - created nearly 20,000 years ago by our early ancestors. Deconstruct the paintings' many layers of complexities, meet a lifelike Stone Age family, and discover why the true meaning and purpose of the caves remain a mystery even today. For a limited time, uncover the birthplace of artistic creativity, only at The Field Museum.
This exhibition was created by The General Council of Dordogne, with support provided by the Regional Council of Aquitaine, the French Ministry of Culture and Communication, and the European Union.

Living with Wolves
Through July 7, 2013
Living among a pack of wolves at the edge of Idaho’s Sawtooth Wilderness, Jim and Jamie Dutcher spent years in a tented camp intimately observing the social hierarchy and behavior of the famous Sawtooth Pack. Now exquisite, large-scale photographs bring you closer than ever before to each individual pack member, and invite you to explore each wolf’s role within their interconnected social group. Experience the selection of pack leaders, the birth of pups, and the mourning ritual following the loss of a pack member. Plus, learn how the reintroduction of wolves has played a key role in balancing and managing the ecosystem of Yellowstone National Park and beyond.
This exhibition was organized by the nonprofit organization Living with Wolves.

Things Come Apart
Through May 19, 2013
Inner workings of household items are explored in meticulous and vibrant photographs by Toronto-based photographer Todd McLellan.

The Art of the Bicycle
Through 2018
See some of the Museum’s most fascinating–and rarely-exhibited–historic bicycles, juxtaposed with the coolest, fastest and most high-tech bikes currently on the market, in The Art of the Bicycle. Invented 200 years ago, the bicycle has been continuously reshaped and re-engineered to make riding safer, more reliable, and more fun. The Art of the Bicycle traces this amazing evolution and shows how the bicycle continues to evolve driven by the inventiveness of its riders.

They Seek A City
Through June 2, 2013
During the first half of the 20th century, the city of Chicago was shaped and reshaped by waves of migration and immigration as African Americans poured in from the South and newcomers arrived from Europe and Mexico. They Seek a City is the first exhibition to focus on the art produced by the wonderfully diverse communities that made Chicago their home. Over 80 works primarily by southern- and foreign-born artists—many rarely seen by the museum’s audiences—come together for this look at the city’s rich art of migration, as Chicago became the polyglot, cosmopolitan place that it remains today.

U-505 Submarine Onboard Tour: While admission to the U-505 Submarine exhibit is free with CityPASS admission; optional onboard tour costs: adult $8, child (3-11) $6.

Animal Inside Out: A stunning look inside the animal kingdom from the creators of BODY WORLDS. Through September 2, 2013. Cost for CityPASS holders: adult $12, child (3-11) $8.

Definiti Space Theater: Planetarium Shows; see details.
Cost for CityPASS holders: $5 (that's 1/2 off)

Welcome to the Universe: Including Grainger Sky Theater; see details.
Cost for CityPASS holders: $5 (that's a $23 savings, children save $17)

Adler After Dark: Adler Planetarium's 21+ event, from 6pm-10pm, 3rd Thursday of every month; see details.

• Best time to visit is Wednesday through Friday and mornings before 11am
• Buy CityPASS online to avoid line waits.
• Check out daily dives, feedings, animal chats, presentations and the new aquatic show schedules; see details.
• CityPASS tickets include your choice of 4D Experience; see details.
• Get 10% off in the Bubble Net food court and in the Shedd Aquarium gift stores and 15% off photos with SharpShooter. See booklet for details.

• Visit after 5pm for great sunsets and twinkling night-scape viewing.
• Go to sunrisesunset.com for the Chicago daily sunset times.
• Request a free welcome message on our electronic welcome wall. Visit theskydeck.com/skydeck-concierge/see-your-name to send them your request.
• Ultra-experience seekers recommend sitting, lying face down or doing handstands on The Ledge.
• Get 10% off any one item greater than $25 at gift shops. See booklet for details.

• Upon arrival, go directly to the 3D Theater to secure a show time, as shows are by timed entry and subject to availability.
• Start your summer visit before 11 a.m. to avoid crowds.
• Free highlight tours are offered daily; ask at the Field Museum Information Desk for a schedule.
• Get 10% off Museum Store purchase of $25 or more at on-site locations only. See booklet for details.

• Upon arrival, go directly to the Motion Simulator Ride and Omnimax Theater to secure ride & show times, as both are subject to availability.
• Mondays are the least crowded. Buy your CityPASS online and avoid long lines.
• Special exhibit tours sell out early. Reserve before 11am.
• Check out the Live Science Demonstrations held daily; see details.
• Take the CTA from downtown. It's easy and stops at the museum.
• The best time to see baby chicks hatching is in the afternoon.
• Get 10% off any photo purchase in the U-505 exhibit or Yesterday's Main Street; see booklet for details.

• Arrive first thing in the morning for the quickest trip to the top.
• Tuesdays and Wednesdays are the least-crowded.
• Go to sunrisesunset.com for the Chicago daily sunset times.
• Show your CityPASS at Lavazza Espression café for $1 off a purchase of $5 or more.
• Get 10% off any one item greater than $25 (before tax) in our retail store on concourse level.

• Give yourself time to see multiple shows; see details.
• Show your CityPASS to get huge savings on Deep Space Adventure admission - including the Grainger Sky Theater. With CityPASS you'll pay only $5 (regularly $28 adult and $22 child).
• Stop by the Space Visualization Laboratory to speak directly with an expert and get answers to all your questions about space; daily 12-1pm and 2-3pm.
• CityPASS groups enter planetarium shows on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve show times, groups can purchase Chicago CityPASS from the Adler group sales department, (312) 294-0360.
• CityPASS tickets include your choice of these 3D Universe Theater shows: Space Junk 3D, a tour of the dangerous field of debris littering the orbital space, or 3D Sun, an up-close view of the most powerful explosions in our solar system on the Sun; see details.
• Save 10% at the Adler Store and save 10% at Cafe Galileo's. See booklet for details.

• Familiarize yourself with the museum before you go using the Pathfinder Interactive Floor Plan.
• Take a free gallery tour at noon with one of the museum's education lecturers.
• Stop in at the Family Room in the Ryan Education Center, open daily from 10:30am-5pm, and let your little masters explore our collection with hands-on activities.
• Check out the Lion’s Trail audio tour for children. This tour is specially designed for the youngsters in your group!

Parking: Parking is available at the East Museum Lot and the North Garage; see details.

Please Note: During Soldier Field events, including Chicago Bears' home game days, Museum Campus parking (owned by the Chicago Park District and managed by Standard Parking), is unavailable to museum visitors. Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation.

Dining: Soundings Café, Bubble Net, Deep Ocean Café

Accessibility: Accessible entrance is on the ground level, SW side of the Aquarium. Wheelchairs available for checkout.

Self-Guide: Self-guided tours available; see details.

Gift Shop: Shedd Aquarium stores offer something for everyone interested in aquatic life and conservation.

Coat Check: On site, along with paid lockers.

Parking: Tower Self Park, enter on Franklin, across from Willis Tower, Details call: (312) 782-5570

Dining: Nine weekday dining options in Willis Tower, located in Lobby and Levels 1 & 2.

Accessibility: Ramps for wheelchair access. Elevator accommodates wheelchairs and scooters.

Self-Guide: Multi-language interactive kiosks available on the 103rd floor.
Audio/visual Skylights Tour, $5.50

Gift Shop: Official Skydeck gift stores on lower level and the 103 floor Skydeck. Present CityPASS booklet and get 10% off any one item greater than $25 at gift shops.

Parking: Parking is available at the North Garage and the East Museum Lot; see details.

Please Note: During Soldier Field events, including Chicago Bears' home game days, Museum Campus parking (owned by the Chicago Park District and managed by Standard Parking), is unavailable to museum visitors. Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation.

Dining: McDonald's, Corner Bakery Café within Museum

Accessibility: Manual wheelchairs, free

Self-Guide: Download free tour: 45-60 minutes, 19 stops; English and Spanish; see details.

Gift Shop: Main Store and Forecourt, the Sue Store, Rockology

Coat Check: Open seasonally for coats and bags.

Strollers: Available for rent

Parking: Underground parking garage entrance at NW corner of building; $20 per vehicle.

Dining: The Brain Food Court, Jazzman's Café, Finnigan's Ice Cream Parlor

Accessibility: Museum and Omnimax theater fully accessible. Elevators available. Wheelchairs available in Entry Hall and at Space Center entrance.

Gift Shop: Museum Store, Shop Earth, The Kids Stop Shop, Museum Photo Studio

Coat Check: Entry Hall, $1 per item

Strollers: Available in Entry Hall, $2

ATM: Lower Level and Entry Hall

Parking: Garage entrances off Chestnut (westbound) and Delaware (eastbound), $25-$27. Validate your parking ticket at the observatory for up to 3 hours parking for $10.

Dining: Light fare in Lavazza Espression café. CityPASS holders enjoy $1 off a purchase of $5 or more.

Accessibility: All entrances accessible; Delaware Street entrance has direct elevator access. Disabled and parent-friendly restrooms on concourse and observatory levels.

Self-Guide: Complimentary Multimedia Sky tour, adult and child versions. Written transcript available.

Gift Shop: Accent Chicago gift shops on the concourse and Observatory levels. Exclusive merchandise on Observatory level.

Parking: Parking is available at the Planetarium Lot, the North Garage, and the East Museum Lot; see details.

Please Note: During Soldier Field events, including Chicago Bears' home game days, Museum Campus parking (owned by the Chicago Park District and managed by Standard Parking), is unavailable to museum visitors. Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation.

Dining: Café Galileo's

Accessibility: Museum and theaters fully accessible. Wheelchairs available upon request. Family restroom located near the South Entrance (street level).

Self-Guide: Free down-loadable gallery exploration cards and themed museum guides will take you and your family on a journey through the galleries while calling special attention to science themes; see details.

Gift Shop: Adler Store

Lockers: Near South Box Office ($1, $2)

Parking: Underground parking is available at East Monroe Street garage, Millennium Park garage, Grant Park south garage and Grant Park north garage; see details or call (312) 616-0600.

In addition, valet parking is available at the Modern Wing entrance (159 East Monroe St.) every day from 10:30am until 30 minutes after closing for $20 (cash only).

Dining: The Garden Café, Terzo Piano, Caffé Moderno

Accessibility: Wheelchairs available at no charge. Elevators accommodate wheelchairs and scooters. Additional resources available; see details.

Self-Guide: Audio guide available at entrance (free with CityPASS). Families, ask for the Lions Trail Family Tour, designed for children age 5-10. Special-interest tours and apps available for download; see details.

Gift Shop: The Main Museum Shop, The Asian/Exhibition Shop, and The Modern Wing Shop

Coat Check: $1 per item

CTA trains: Take the Red, Green or Orange Line to Roosevelt Road, transfer to an eastbound #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express.

CTA buses: The #146 Inner Dr./Michigan Express provides regular daily service directly to the aquarium.

CTA trains: Take the Orange, Pink, Brown or Purple Line to Quincy stop. Walk one block west on Quincy Street. The Skydeck entrance is located on Jackson Boulevard.

CTA buses: All westbound buses on Adams pass Willis Tower. Adams and South Wacker is the stop.

CTA trains: Take the Red, Green or Orange Line to Roosevelt Road and walk east along Roosevelt Road to Museum Campus.

CTA buses: The #146 Inner Dr./Michigan Express provides regular daily service to the Museum Campus.

CTA trains: Take Metra Electric Line from downtown Chicago to 55th/56th/57th Street station, just 2 blocks from the museum

CTA buses: #2, #6, #10, #X28 (drop off just steps from museum)

CTA trains: Take the Red Line to Chicago Ave; walk east two blocks to Michigan Avenue and then north two blocks

CTA buses: Several buses on Michigan Avenue serve the John Hancock Center

CTA trains: Take the Red, Green or Orange Line to Roosevelt Road, transfer to an eastbound #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express.

CTA buses: The #146 Inner Dr./Michigan Express provides regular daily service directly to the planetarium.

CTA trains: Take the Green, Brown, Pink, or Orange Line to Adams; Red and Blue Line to Jackson

CTA buses: 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 14, 26, X28, 126, 143

Groups of 15 or more: Call (312) 665-7300.

Groups of 15 or more: Call (312) 654-5019.

Groups of 15 or more: Call (312) 294-0360.