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Adler Planetarium

Explore space at the Western Hemisphere’s first planetarium, with two domed theaters, 60,000 square feet of exhibitions, and the largest publicly accessible telescope in Chicagoland at the Doane Observatory. As you engage with hands-on activities and discover amazing facts about the universe, your day at Adler Planetarium will truly feel out-of-this-world!

Admission to this attraction includes:

Chicago CityPASS

Museum Entry Plus Two Dome Shows – Admission includes all exhibitions, Community Design Labs, Space Visualization Lab, and Doane Observatory experiences, plus choice of two Dome Shows.

Chicago C3

Museum Entry

Spotlight Feature

Musical Moonbeams and Dancing Starlight

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Pink Floyd's The Dark Side Of The Moon immersive dome show takes you on a cosmic visual journey choreographed to one of the best-selling albums of all time. (Chicago CityPASS® tickets include choice of two dome shows; Chicago C3® ticket holders can purchase this onsite, subject to availability.)

Spotlight Feature

The Universe in Focus Across Space and Time

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The Doane Observatory telescope gathers 7,000 times more light than the human eye, bringing celestial objects located trillions of miles away into view. It's open for public viewing on Wednesday nights, weather permitting. Check the schedule on the Adler Planetarium website for the current status.

Interested in visiting?

Highlights

01.

Catch an immersive out-of-this-world show in one of two dome theaters.

02.

Learn about diverse worlds — gas giants, ice giants, super Earths, and mini-Neptunes — across the galaxy in the newest exhibition, Other Worlds.

03.

Follow the career of Captain James A. Lovell, Jr., commander of the Apollo 13 mission; learn the story of America's first steps on the Moon; and get up close to the Gemini 12 spacecraft in Mission Moon.

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Advice for Visitors

Tips

To get the full experience, allow about three hours for your visit. If you're short on time, don't miss one of the Adler's award-winning Dome Shows.

Please note that Dome Shows may sell out, especially later in the day. Chicago CityPASS guests, book your first Dome Show when making your museum entry reservation; book your second show upon arrival. Chicago C3 guests, purchase Dome Show tickets upon arrival.

Stop by the Space Visualization Laboratory and try your hand at some of the interactive experiences that await.

Learn more on the CityPASS Blog about what you'll see at Adler Planetarium.

Attraction Features

Amenities

Dining: Cosmic Cafe

Shopping: Adler Space Shop

Accessibility

Visit Adler Planetarium's website for information on services for guests with specific needs.

Parking/Transportation

Get directions and information on parking and transportation.

Offers & Upgrades

Dome Shows

Immerse yourself in an award-winning dome theater show. CityPASS® tickets include two shows; C3® ticket holders can purchase shows and CityPASS® ticket holders can purchase additional shows onsite, subject to availability. Cost: $10 adult | $8 child

Contact Information & Hours

  • Adler Planetarium
  • Museum Campus Chicago
  • 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive
  • Chicago, IL 60605
  • Fri-Mon: 9am-4pm
  • Tue and Thu: 11am-4pm (9am during school breaks)
  • Wed: 4-10pm (timed entry tickets)

Hours vary seasonally; check the schedule when planning your visit.

Last entry: One hour before closing

Wednesdays evenings are free for Illinois residents and may be busier than usual. CityPASS guests can walk up for a limited number of timed entry tickets at 4pm and 7pm. Advance reservations are not available for the evening hours.

Closed: Thanksgiving (fourth Thursday of November) and Christmas Day (Dec. 25)

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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Worth the price! Super worth it, specially if visiting over a couple of days. We visited the field museum, the aquarium and the planetarium, will definitely purchase again when I return next time.
Date published: 2026-11-10
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Date published: 2026-11-05
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Recomendable Muy fácil de usar. Las reservaciones se hacen sin complicación y definitivamente si es una buena opción de ahorro en tu viaje
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