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Art Institute of Chicago

See why Art Institute of Chicago is the only museum in the world to be top-ranked by Tripadvisor five years in a row! With a collection of art that spans 5,000 years and artists and cultures across the globe, the museum has something for everyone to enjoy.

Chicago CityPASS includes:

Fast Pass Admission — Entry allows bypass of the general admission lines and includes the permanent collection and non-ticketed special exhibitions.

Chicago C3 includes:

General Admission — Entry includes the permanent collection galleries and non-ticketed exhibitions.

Highlights

  1. 01.

    Don't miss the largest collection of Impressionist paintings outside of Paris, with numerous works by Monet, Degas, Renoir, Van Gogh, and Seurat's iconic A Sunday on La Grande Jatte—1884.

  2. 02.

    Experience the museum's expansive collection of modern and contemporary works featuring classics by Dalí, Matisse, and Picasso, as well as favorites by Kerry James Marshall, Cindy Sherman, and Andy Warhol.

  3. 03.

    Snap a pic with works recognized the world over: the farming duo of Grant Wood's American Gothic, the lonely diners of Edward Hopper's Nighthawks, and the stunning color of Marc Chagall's America Windows.

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Advice for Visitors

Tips

For the stories behind the art, download the Art Institute's free mobile app. Available for both Apple and Android devices, the app offers audio tours, a location-aware interactive map, and a “look it up” feature that allows you to learn more about specific artworks. Learn more.

To get the full experience, allow about three hours for your visit.

Learn more on the CityPASS Blog about what you'll see at Art Institute of Chicago.

Attraction Features

Amenities

Dining:
The Café is home to an array of fresh seasonal dishes from Boka Restaurant Group—sandwiches, salads, desserts, and more. Thu–Mon, 10:30am–4pm.
The Modern Bar offers lighter fare plus a full coffee, tea, and beverage menu. Thu–Mon, 10:30am–4pm plus Thu until 7pm.

Gift Shops: The Main Museum Shop and the Modern Shop

Accessibility

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

Parking/Transportation

Get information on parking, transportation and directions.

Offers & Upgrades

Special Exhibitions

Certain special exhibitions require additional tickets, which can be purchased onsite.

Contact Information & Hours

  • Art Institute of Chicago
  • 111 South Michigan Avenue
  • Chicago, IL 60603
  • Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun: 11am-5pm
  • Thu: 11am-8pm
  • Tue: Closed

Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

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My family came to visit us from Colombia. It was their first time in the states and I wanted to make sure their first vacation was more than what they expected it to be. When I came across the Chicago CityPASS online I knew it was just what I needed to make their trip memorable.
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We used Chicago CityPASS recently and it was a not only a vacation saver but a marriage saver. My husband and I would typically argue about which way to go and what to do next. The CityPASS was easy to use and offered detailed information as well as discounts.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from CityPass made our trip fun and easy to navigate! We booked CityPass for our family trip to downtown Chicago and it worked out so well. The two attractions that you have to visit were on our list anyway and definitely worth it. We chose the 360 Observation Deck as my girls absolutely loved the Skydeck and bought tickets for Tilt which were pretty inexpensive and a fun experience especially at sunset! We also chose the Shoreline Architecture River Cruise and Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The process was so easy using the app and making reservations in advance was also a breeze. I would do this again if we come to Chicago.
Date published: 2026-04-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great time! We bought CityPASS tickets for us and our grandchildren. Everywhere we went people were friendly and we used the discounts numerous places. I have recommended the pass already to friends that are planning a trip to Chicago and we will purchase the passes again when we return to Chicago.
Date published: 2026-04-02
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great experience but dont go to the Shedd Aquarium All the locations in Chicago were great except the Shedd Aquarium! Long ques to enter. If you were late like 5-10 minutes to one show they will put security and draw the curtains not to see the show. Very poor atraction. Very unsatisfied
Date published: 2026-03-31
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Date published: 2026-03-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from great experience I took a group of exchange students to Chicago for Spring Break. THe pass made it affordable with a variety of options. Lines were shorter and the staff wads helpful. I would but a pass in the future.
Date published: 2026-03-27
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