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Art Institute of Chicago

111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603-6404
312 443 3600
As featured in 3 days in Chicago
Ranked #1 of 323 attractions in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 1022 Reviews
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Type: Art Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Fee: Yes
Owner description: This Classical Renaissance structure, guarded by two bronze lions at its entrance, boasts one of the world's great art collections, including the...... more » Owner description: This Classical Renaissance structure, guarded by two bronze lions at its entrance, boasts one of the world's great art collections, including the trademark "American Gothic." « less
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manchester,vt
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012 NEW

an integral part of Chicago's cultural experience. the layout is a bit confusing even when following their map! More

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Hong Kong
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012 NEW

Go if you have any interest in serious art - from whatever period or genre they have some truly world class pieces very well curated. Extremely enjoyable. More

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Gainesville, Florida
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012 NEW

Love this museum! It has a great impressionist wing, and it has many other amazing pieces of art and architecture. Should not be missed if you are visiting Chicago! More

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Seattle, Washington
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012 NEW

The Impressionists and American art collection are not to be missed. More

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Richmond, Virginia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012 NEW

Wonderful, a must see! Loved the Impressionist art. The best I have seen! More

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Oregon
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012 NEW

Amazing! World class! Chagall's Windows alone is worth the price of admission. :) I cannot say enough about this place. I wept to see some of my favorite masterpieces in real life after years of seeing them in books. Go directly there. You will not regret it. More

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Thomasville, Georgia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012 NEW

I enjoyed this museum and would recommend itmto visitors. More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012 NEW

Amazing Monet collection. Was being renovated when we were there but very nice nonetheless. More

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Arlington, Virginia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012 NEW

A MUST see in Chicago. It Is not the Louvre or the Metroplitan but it has great depth in some areas - French impressionists and 20th century Amaerican modern. It is compact enough that it can be taken in in one day if one plans one's visit carefully. More

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New Brunswick
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012 NEW

Great experience for first time visitor to Chicago. It is exceptional to the art work, Monet, Picasso. We found the flow through the building a bit awkward.. Very happy we went and would recommend to others. More

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