Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

461 reviews

3 hrs

Visiting Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is one of the top 10 things to do in Chicago - the whole family will enjoy the unique, hands-on exhibits.

All-Inclusive
Family-friendly
Indoors
Must-sees
Museums
Landmarks and monuments

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Adult 13–64 years

$32.95$36.61

Child 4–12 yearsi

$23.07$25.63

Estimated total · $32.95

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Overview

Explore one of the largest science museums in the world. Housed in the only remaining building from the famous 1893 World's Columbian Exposition's 'White City,' it offers a variety of hands-on, dynamic activities and exhibits for guests of all ages.

Venture down a life-like coal mine, control a 40-foot indoor tornado, and marvel at a massive dollhouse.

Location

5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Drive
60637 Chicago

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Opening hours

Standard opening hours

Monday – Sunday
10 AM – 6 PM

Last entry
4 PM

Guest reviews

Ben A.
Feb 2025
We’d happily do this again. with straightforward entry.

Marcus D.
May 2026
Audio quality was sharper than usual for this kind of ticket. we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Leo H.
Jul 2025
Entry was quicker than websites suggested. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, would recommend budgeting a little buffer after for souvenirs. (Afternoon crowds were predictable.)

Ines M.
Jul 2025
Entry was quicker than websites suggested. Venue matched the vibe in the listing description, even though it was a busy day.

Ada Z.
Mar 2025
Smooth check-in with no surprises. Photo spots were thoughtfully spaced along the route, — glad we prioritized it.

Noah N.
Feb 2025
Staff made the itinerary feel effortless. with straightforward entry.

Theo D.
Feb 2026
Easy to combine with other sights. Highlights matched what was advertised, worth blocking a half-day for.

Nadia R.
Nov 2025
Staff made the itinerary feel effortless. We learned more than expected in a short visit, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Ben Z.
Oct 2025
Straightforward redemption with our pass. Crowds were manageable for the slot we picked, matching what friends told us—but better in person.

Chloe V.
Dec 2025
Audio quality was sharper than usual for this kind of ticket. Queues moved faster than expected, easily one of the highlights of our trip.

Elena P.
Nov 2025
Well organized from start to finish. we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.

Quinn K.
Jan 2025
More impressive in person than the photos. (Plenty of time to explore afterward, nothing felt confusing at the entrance.)

Elena Z.
Apr 2025
We’d happily do this again. worth blocking a half-day for.

Elena P.
Jul 2025
Audio quality was sharper than usual for this kind of ticket. Queues moved faster than expected, matching what friends told us—but better in person.

Hanna H.
Feb 2025
Great value versus buying tickets separately. easily one of the highlights of our trip.

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