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    The Art Institute of Chicago

    18,671 Reviews
    #1 of 649 things to do in Chicago
    Art Museums, Museums
    111 S Michigan Ave, 159 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603
    +1 312-443-3600
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    See why the Art Institute of Chicago is the only museum in the world to be top-ranked by TripAdvisor four years in a row! Experience the greatest Impressionist collection outside Paris, and view contemporary masterpieces in the spectacular Modern Wing. Stand before classics like Nighthawks, and travel the globe through galleries devoted to the art of ancient Greece, Japan, Africa, and the Americas.

    About The Art Institute of Chicago

    See why the Art Institute of Chicago is the only museum in the world to be top-ranked by TripAdvisor four years in a row! Experience the greatest Impressionist collection outside Paris, and view contemporary masterpieces in the spectacular Modern Wing. Stand before classics like Nighthawks, and travel the globe through galleries devoted to the art of ancient Greece, Japan, Africa, and the Americas.
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    • Very good13%
    • Average1%
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    “modern wing” (805 reviews)
    “van gogh” (556 reviews)
    “miniature rooms” (392 reviews)
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    Hours Today: 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours
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    111 S Michigan Ave, 159 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603
    Downtown / The Loop
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    Reviewed yesterday
    The Cultural Gem of the Windy City

    By far, this is the cultural gem of Chicago, Being a museum member lets us stay informed of special event, which are always run firs class. The New Modern wing is an archatecural treasure. One can and should make several visits to appreciate the expanse...More

    Thank fitzkneemd
    Reviewed yesterday
    World Famous Greatness!

    Ok, I love this museum and wish I could have several days to tour it entirely. Instead I enjoyed a 1/2 day of browsing my favorite parts and left wanting more! This is like going to the Louvre in the USA as there is so...More

    Thank gammish
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    In my top 3 museums

    photography exhibit spectacular with several Ansel Adams I had not seen before. Special exhibit well worth the extra charge. Lunch on third floor was outstanding. Presentation, presentation!

    Thank Kjcski
    Reviewed yesterday
    Love the classics!

    So many classic art pieces, especially if you grew up with the game Masterpiece! Always wonderful special exhibits or visiting the piece again and again

    Thank Mark G
    Reviewed yesterday
    Spent two days there, and still did not see it all.

    This museum is one of America's gems. It has an outstanding collection. Furniture collection is not as good as that of the MFA in Boston but not bad. Excellent collection of Asian Art. The layout of the building is VERY confusing, but there are lots...More

    Thank Ted C
    Reviewed yesterday
    A favorite!

    Beautifully organized tours. Superb exhibits. Extensive collections. Easy access from the El. Cute gift shop. Just WONDERFUL!

    Thank FoodieOkie
    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Intriguing art, some weirdos and some classics

    Obviously art is subjective. 100%. So, I would say there is something here for everyone and something here you just will not get. Half the fun is seeing these paintings though. The ones that really make you talk and say things like "why is this...More

    Thank ErinR246
    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Art Institute

    This place was beautiful inside & out! There is so much to see. We originally decided to go because it was on our Go Chicago card & rated #1 place to visit by Trip Advisor. We are so happy we did!

    Thank Becky Y
    Reviewed 2 days ago
    A Must-see!

    I love the Art Institute! My husband is from Chicago and I told him 30 years ago on our first visit that we always have to go to the Art Institute when we visit Chicago! It's a world-class museum that has the largest collection of...More

    Thank MetalMom52
    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Must see Impressionists

    Went there spontaneous and was mainly attracted by the impressionists wing. And oh boy that paid back! Very impressive collection is Monet, Seurat, Renoir, Van Gogh...and so on. Great stuff. And if course there are dozens of other exhibitions where I saw only the American...More

    Thank Sven M
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    MrSaturn64
    July 23, 2017|
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    Response from LizBethob | Reviewed this property |
    I would pick the Art Institute.
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    363kww
    June 27, 2017|
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    Response from Augie M | Reviewed this property |
    I would also suggest you get the headset where you punch in a number and your hear a fuller explanation about the art work. It cost $7. Highly recommended.
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    FredPebble
    May 17, 2017|
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    Response from Georgia F | Reviewed this property |
    Yes! And you can purchase it on line and print it out at home. I don't think it is very much more expensive than general admission either. Go for it !
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