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Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

Leo — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:13:16 +0000

Chicago Museum of Science and Industry

Situated in Jackson Park in Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry is considered to be one of the most popular museums in the world. It is in the neighborhood of Hyde Park and Lake Michigan and is regarded as the best in interactive museums. The museum boasts over 2,000 exhibits and it is advisable to reserve a day at least in order to see most of them.

One of the oldest exhibits is an interactive Coal Mine, which first made an appearance in 1934. Over a period of time, various advanced mining techniques have been incorporated, however, the highlight is undoubtedly a simulated tour down into the dark and unknown interiors of a coalmine. It transports you to an era when workers had to go down hundreds of feet with hardly any security and safety features. Another popular exhibit is a German submarine, U-505 that has been in the museum since 1954. It was captured in 1944 and it depicts the reality of a claustrophobic life under the sea.

The Transportation Zone features exhibits on land and air transportation. It has the world famous 999 Empire State Express, which was the first to achieve a speed of 100 miles per hour. It also has two World War II planes and the first diesel powered train.

At the exhibit ‘All Aboard the Silver Streak’ visitors get to enjoy a guided tour on one of America’s first diesel-electric passenger train, famously known as Pioneer Zephyr. Apart from this, the other interesting exhibit, Transportation Gallery allows you to discover fascinating aspects of various modes of transport such as the trains, airplanes and cars. You get the chance to board the engine of the Empire State Express 999 or observe the functioning of an actually United Airlines Boeing 727.

Yet another interactive exhibits is the Genetics and the Baby Chicken Hatchery, which shows how genetics alter animal and human development. At the hatchery you will get to see chicks come out of their shells and take their first steps and even get to learn about cloning and how genetic engineering can make frogs’ eyes glow.

From the scientific lab move onto something more charming like the Colleen Moore’s Fairy Castle, a fascinating reminiscent of a fairytale wonderland. This miniature palace will surely charm you with its impressive range of tiny treasures that includes murals and paintings, chandeliers ensconced with diamonds, emeralds and pearls, ancient statues and the tiniest bible dating back to 1840. Any kid who visits this place is really going to have his or her hands full for an entire day and would want to come back again for more.

A recent addition to the museum is the Henry Crown Space Center. It consists of a five story OMNIMAX Theater, which shows the story of space exploration in detail along with a space-shuttle experience. It also flaunts the Apollo 8 spacecraft, which was the first one to orbit the moon. This is truly once in a lifetime experience that should not be missed at any cost.

Last but not the least is the Yesterday’s Mainstreet, which is based on a street from the beginning of the last century. It has old fashioned fixtures, fire hydrants and several shops that started some huge Chicago businesses like the Jewel Tea Company, Berghoff’s Restaurant, Dr John B Murphy, Commonwealth Edison, Nickelodeon Cinema and many others.

The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago is designed to fire your imagination and take you on a truly unique and an unforgettable journey.
Museum of Science and Industry Chicago Tickets Discount & Coupons:

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the go Chicago card:

Adult $20.00, Child $14.00

Operation Hours:

Monday-Saturday, 9:30 am-4:00 pm;
Sunday, 11:00 am-4:00 pm;
Closed on Christmas Day

Museum of Science and Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
Phone: 773-684-1414
www.msichicago.org

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Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago

Leo — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:53:40 +0000

Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art

Chicago has always been synonymous with art, culture and architecture. It is home to a number of world-renowned attractions, museums and galleries. Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago is known globally for enjoying a prominent place on the Chicago cultural circuit. Art aficionados will find the museum particularly interesting considering it houses a number of fascinating exhibits. The museum was founded in 1967 and is known to contain thousands of objects of post World War II visual art.

Situated in downtown Chicago, the museum is housed within a building that was designed by Josef Paul Kleihues. Though the exteriors may not look very bright, but as you step inside, you will be greeted with a warm, welcoming and a colorful ambience. The two storey central corridor, elliptical staircases, three floors of exhibition spaces and the glass-walled atrium overlooking Lake Michigan make up for the dull exteriors.

Boasting 45,000 sq ft of gallery space, an auditorium and a sculpture garden, the museum does have much to display in terms of artistic expressions.

The museum does impress even the most discerning of art lovers with its extensive collection of visual art from 1945 to the present. Works by Chicago based artists are predominantly showcased and the various expressions contain a strong influence of surrealism, pop art and conceptual photography. At any given time only a small percentage of collection works are on view and can be found at any one of the exhibitions.

The museum offers a number of tours including free daily tours, special curator’s tours, private guided tours and self-guided tours. The curator’s tours are held on certain dates and it is advisable to check with the museum well in advance. The free tours conducted daily lasts for about 45 minutes and they begin in the second floor lobby. However, these free tours do adhere to specific timings. For example on Tuesdays it is held at 1, 2 and 6pm while from Wednesdays to Fridays it takes place only at 1pm. On Saturdays and Sundays it is conducted at 12, 1, 2 and 3pm. If you are traveling in a group you can always opt for a private guided tour.

It is also known for offering exciting opportunities for the complete family through carrying out special family programs and activities. For example every second Saturday, the museum host Family Days, where families are invited to learn about art through hands-on activities. For adults, regular art workshops are conducted, where individuals get an opportunity to focus on various aspects of artistic learning under the guidance of an accomplished artiste.

First Fridays are special where visitors can buy a ticket and get to enjoy live entertainment and complimentary Wolfgang Puck hors d’oeuvres. Besides, the exhibition, dance performances, plays and film festivals are also regularly hosted at the auditorium and tickets can be easily purchased online. With so much to do and see, it wouldn’t be incorrect to say that Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago truly embodies the essence of all art forms and showcases it in the most entertaining and engaging manner.

Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago Tickets Discount & Coupons:

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the go Chicago card:

Adult $12.00, Child $7.00

Operation Hours:

Tuesday, 10:00 am-8:00 pm;
Wednesday-Sunday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm.
Closed on Mondays, Thanksgiving day, Christmas Day and New year’s day.

Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago
220 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-280-2660
www.mcachicago.org

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LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Chicago

Leo — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:19:52 +0000

Situated on the streets of Woodfield in Schaumburg, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Chicago is inspired by the Lego building toys and is a great family attraction. A fascinating array of activities promises to offer a wholesome entertainment package to the complete family.

A good place to start would be the ‘Miniland’, which is literally a miniature of Chicago, made from nearly 1.5 million LEGO bricks. It is right at the entrance and offers a fascinating glimpse into some of Chicago’s signature icons including the Sears Tower, Water Tower, Buckingham Fountain, Hancock building and even the ‘SeaPup’ speed boat.

After this captivating site, if your kids get all inspired to build something of their own, then the next stop should ideally be at ‘Build and Test’ or ‘Model Builders Workshop’, As the name suggests, at ‘Build and Test’ your child gets to use his or her creativity and imagination to create their own unique model from thousands of LEGO bricks. They can then take them to the Test Center to test if their model is truly good enough in comparison to others.

The ‘Model Builders Workshop’ also offers your kids and you a chance to challenge your creative skills by trying to build your own abstract sculpture. Several classes are held each day to offer step-by-step instructions on creating all kinds of unique models of buildings, animals, sports items etc.

If you are curious to know how these fascinating LEGO Bricks are made then a ‘Factory Tour’ is a must where Professor Brick a Brack will take you through each and every step of the manufacturing process. In fact you will even get to take home your own LEGO Factory brick.

If you have exercised enough of your creative skills and seek some thrill and adventure then how about experiencing some of the most exciting rides. ‘Technicycle’ is one such ride that lets you to enjoy a fast and thrilling experience where you spin in cycles and the challenge is to cycle as fast as you can to see how high you can go.

The ‘Dragon Ride’ is equally fun where you get to climb aboard the giant green dragon and enjoy a swirling ride through the medieval castle. However, all through the ride you need to watch out for the big red dragon, which can pop out and catch you, unaware. Another action packed adventure awaits you at the ‘Jungle Adventure’, which takes you on a quest to unearth the secret of the Jungle through the quiz card challenge. On the way you are accompanied by a delightful assortment of LEGO characters and creatures.

Finally round up your adventurous activities at the Physical Play or also known as the Soft Play zone. Big, bright and colorful, here you can spend hours mounting over the jungle gym and trying to scale up the heights of the climbing wall. After all that playing you can enjoy a nice little break at the LEGO café, where you can relish a host of delightful snacks and drinks.

Legoland Discovery Center Tickets Discount & Coupons:

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the Go Chicago card:

Adult $19.00, Child $15.00

Operation Hours:

Daily, 10:00 am-7:00 pm. Last ticket sold at 5:00 pm.
Closed It is open 365 days a year

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Chicago

601 N. Martingale Rd.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Phone: 866-929-8111
www.LEGOLANDdiscoverycenter.com

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Kohl Childrens Museum of Greater Chicago

Leo — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:51:39 +0000

Kohl Childrens Museum of Greater Chicago

Kohn Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago guarantees to offer an entertaining method of inculcating the love of learning in toddlers and young children. Occupying 8.8 acre of land, this Children’s Museum is situated in the center of The Glen in Glenview. The museum boasts an impressive range of 16 hands-on and interactive exhibits that are designed to entertain and engage your little ones to learn something new and exciting.

Adventures in Art: Give your child the opportunity to learn about math, science and social studies through a range of creative and interactive programs. For example, the ‘Invent An Animal’ exhibit allows children to make a collage of a creature that can fly, crawl or hop. The ‘Wind Sculptures’ encourages your child to learn about wind movement through the use of different types of materials. You can even work together to create a large scale mobile at the ‘Alexander Calder Mobiles’ or learn to create sculptures from recycled materials. Your child can even choose to dig into the mud and discover all kinds of garden tools or decorate a pot made out of paper and take it home. Though the programs change twice a month, all of them utilize creative tools and art media to encourage learning.

All About Me: Here the children get to know more about themselves in terms of their likes and dislikes, abilities and capabilities through a number of interesting activities. Some of the most popular games and activities include paint your face, finding your weight in milk jugs, balancing on beams, acting out different roles or choosing to test your muscles by squeezing the strength muscle device.

City On The Move: Science, math and technology come together to create a truly wonderful exhibit. Children get to make all kinds of shapes with elastic bands; design city scenes with geometric shapes; watch time-lapse videos of various areas in Chicago; play with magnets and test gravity by rolling balls along a vertical platform.

Habitat Park: Teach your child to appreciate their immediate natural surroundings and its various facets. The museum has a 2-acre nature park and a landscaped area for children where they can search for birds, small animals, pine-cones and flowers. They can paint designs with water on slate walls or observe the life cycle of monarch butterflies. Children can even go underground through the giant tunnel or roll down the gentle berms.

Music Makers: If your children have an inclination for music, then this is the perfect exhibit to take them to. Allow your children to learn about melody and rhythm by helping them to make their own music box. Let them create their own special symphony by creating a musical mix of melody, harmony and rhythm. Your child also gets a chance to beat the drums and other percussion instruments too.

Other significant exhibitions include the Play Library where the little ones get to browse through a range of books. At the Pet Vet they are taught to respect all kinds of animals by taking the stuffed animals in and out of cages or getting them ready for a show. Children get to run a grocer’s store at Dominick’s where they can bake bread, weigh food on the scales and load groceries into the van. All these fascinating exhibits combine to make learning an enjoyable experience for the little ones. Therefore, when in Chigaco, a visit to Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is a must see experience for families with little kids.

Discount or Coupon Detail

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the go Chicago card:

Adult $7.50, Child $7.50

Operation Hours:

Mondays, 9:30 am–12:00 pm (June–August and School Holidays: 9:30 am–5:00 pm);
Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 am–5:00 pm;
Sunday, 12:00 pm-5:00 pm
Closed on July 4

Kohl Childrens Museum of Greater Chicago
2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
Phone: 847-832-6600
www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org

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Chicago History Museum

Leo — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:30:14 +0000

Chicago History Museum

The Chicago History Museum is a revelation into this city’s past, present and future. If you really want to everything there is to Chicago, your first stop should be at this museum. Founded in 1856, the museum is the city’s oldest cultural institution. The museum educates, entertains, engages and enthralls with its huge collection of artifacts and documents and various exhibitions and events.

The Collection at the Museum
The Museum boasts an impressive collection of over 22 million artifacts and documents that trace the city’s rich historic and cultural legacy. The museum showcases authentic information about Chicago and U.S. history. Depending on your interests and preferences you can choose to browse the collections on architecture, archives and manuscripts, costumes, books and published materials, decorative and industrial art, oral history, film and video, prints and photographs and paintings and sculptures.

Self-Guided Exhibition Tours
One of the permanent exhibitions at the Chicago History Museum is ‘Chicago: Crossroads of America’, which occupies practically the second floor of the museum. The exhibit acquaints you with the city’s most significant triumphs and trials through a number of galleries that feature photos, artifacts, published materials, multimedia presentations and interactive features etc.

‘City On The Make’ allow you to explore the evolution of Chicago’s economy from the fur trading days to the growing importance of the Union Stock Yards. A must see is the Pioneer Locomotive Engine and the ‘L’ Car No.1, which is the last remaining rail cars.

‘City In Crisis’ gives you a chance to learn about the city’s six dramatic crisis starting from the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 to the Democratic National Convention of 1968. You can travel through the passage of time to experience the

‘Sweet Home Chicago’ is getting to know about the community life in the city with a special video presentation where residents share their story of what it’s like to live in Chicago.

‘My Kind of Town’ urge you to explore the city’s cultural scene through a series of world fairs, music and theatre exhibits. The Chicago Jazz and Blues Club bring the music history to life by featuring sounds, instruments and images.

Besides, the collections and the permanent exhibition, the museum also has special museum tour packages for the complete family. Make it a fun filled experience for your kids by taking them to the exhibition ‘Sensing Chicago’. Here they will get to learn about the city by exploring the sights, sounds and smells of the city. They can choose to ride on a high-wheel bicycle through a wood-paved street; get to hear the Great Chicago Fire; try and know more about the city’s history through the Smell Map or enjoy the opportunity to create an oversized postcard.

There’s even a museum store, where you can choose to buy posters, collection photographs, jewelry, decorative pieces or even apparel and accessories to either gift or take back home as a souvenir. Chicago History Museum truly offers something for everyone and it offers an opportunity to learn as much as possible about this magnificent metropolis.

Discount or Coupon Detail

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the go Chicago card:

Adult $14.00, Child $0.00

Operation Hours:

Monday-Wednesday, 9:30 am-4:30 pm;
Thursday, 9:30 am-8:00 pm;
Friday and Saturday, 9:30 am-4:30 pm;
Sunday, 12:00 pm-5:00 pm.
Closed on thanksgiving, christmas day and New Year’s Day.

Chicago History Museum
1601 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: 312-642-4600
www.chicagohistory.org

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Chicago Childrens Museum

Leo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:36:14 +0000

Chicago Childrens Museum Review & Discount Detail

Situated on the famous Navy Pier, Chicago Childrens Museum is a popular attraction with both kids and adults. If you are traveling to Chicago on a holiday with your family then a visit to this fascinating site makes it worthwhile. While your kids get to enjoy and learn a lot of new and interesting things, you get to revisit your childhood. The Chicago Children’s museum features a number of permanent exhibits, programs and workshops.

One of the most notable exhibits is the Dinosaur Expedition that displays a relic of the expedition to Sahara in 1997. It gives kids an opportunity to experience an expedition like environment and indulge in activities such as camping, scientific research and excavation where they can dig for the bones of the Saharian dinosaur Suchomimum.

The Inventing Lab, as the name suggests, allows your kids to use their imagination and skill to invent amazing little things. They can spend hours learning about inventions and enjoying challenging games. The Alarm Clock game challenges you to wake up the sleeping bear while in the Headhouse Tower you can design your own flying machine and see it fly.

The Kids Town at Chicago Children’s Museum is literally a little town with a replica of a great neighborhood. This miniature town is built specially for kids aged five and younger. A host of fun and interactive activities makes it interesting and promotes learning among the little ones.

From an ideal neighborhood where your child can ride a little car or shop at the grocer’s store, allow your child to experience something more unique at the Allstate Foundation Presents Play It Safe. Most kids are fascinated by a firefighter and here they get a chance to step into the boots of one and experience what it entails. The exhibit at Chicago Children’s Museum features a realistic firehouse and comes complete with fire truck, command center and a fire pole. The kids get to learn about safety lessons while they play and have fun.

The Kraft Artabounds Studio is where you get to enjoy a fascinating array of works of art by families and children. The gallery showcases a range of stunning art pieces. The Big Backyard is where you will find a fusion of art and technology. It is an urban garden that features technology enhanced enormous insects, giant toadstools, flowers and a host of other amazing creations.

The exhibits don’t end here because there is even the Koyler Family Climbing Schooner where kids can experience voyage to the bottom of the ocean and explore the tropical fish. Then they can get onto the rafters and soar through the tubes to the very top. At Chicago Children’s Museum, there is even an exhibit known as the My Museum where the little ones can take a self-portrait or even choose to pass through a mirrored Kaleidoscope tunnel and see reflections of one’s own and others.

All these amazing exhibits combine to make Chicago Children’s Museum one of the most popular attractions of this sophisticated metropolis. Without a doubt, it offers an exciting and a fascinating experience to both adults and kids.

Discount or Coupon Detail

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the Go Chicago card:

Adult $10.00, Child $10.00

Operation Hours:

Sunday-Wednesday, Friday-Saturday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Thursday, 10:00 am-8:00 pm.
Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

Chicago Childrens Museum
Navy Pier
700 East Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-527-1000
www.chicagochildrensmuseum.org

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Chicago Architecture Foundation

Leo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:18:12 +0000

Chicago Architecture Foundation Tours

Chicago Architecture Foundation is a nonprofit group dedicated to increasing awareness and providing information on Chicago’s architectural treasures. Chicago’s unprecedented success as a city of architectural gems towers over all the other major architectural sights found elsewhere in the country. In 1871, Chicago’s downtown experienced the Great Chicago Fire, which prepared the stage for creating and showcasing to the world unique and innovative architectural structures.

Established in 1966, the Foundation excels in offering a spectrum of information and guidance through tours, exhibitions, programs and education workshops. It is an ideal gateway to get you well acquainted with the city’s most prominent edifices and structures.

Tours: Depending on what piques your interest, you have the option to choose a river cruise, a walking tour or a bus tour. The other alternative is to opt for all the three options and make your trip that much more enjoyable.

Boat Tour: The 90 minutes architectural river cruise gives you the chance to marvel at Chicago’s 50 most prominent sites. You can choose to tour the city aboard any one of the three vessels known as Chicago’s First Lady, Chicago’s Little Lady and Chicago’s Fair Lady.

Bus Tour: The Foundation offers three bus tours – Highlights By Bus, Frank Lloyd Wright by Bus and Framsworth House PLUS by Bus. The first tour takes you on a journey that traces the city’s founding architectural sites to the present modern day gleaming structures. It almost covers 30 miles encompassing sites in the Loop, Hyde Park, the Gold Coast, Lakefront and several residential complexes. The second bus tour allows you to explore the neighborhood where Frank Lloyd Wright stayed and developed the unique prairie form of architecture. The itinerary includes the tour of the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio and a guided walking tour of the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District.
The third bus tour promises an extraordinary experience as it explores the works of the famous Modernist architect, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. You will get to view a collection of some of his greatest architectural works and his iconic masterpiece called the Farnsworth House.

Walking Tours: The trust also conducts three different types of walking tours. ‘Historic Downtown (South): Rise of the Skyscraper’ tour takes you back in time as you get to explore some of the earliest and world famous skyscrapers. The popular landmarks include Burnham and Root’s Rookery, Adler and Sullivan’s Auditorium Building, Marquette Building and Chicago Board of Trade Building. This Historic Downtown (north) is yet another tour that treats you to some of the most magnificent architectural landmarks of State Street and Michigan Avenue. If you are more interested in learning about contemporary architecture, then the Modern Skyscrapers tour is the ideal option. Trace the evolution of Modernism as you browse at the contemporary models including Trump Tower, One South Dearbon and the Art Institute’s Modern Wing.

Exhibitions and Programs: Besides tours, the trust is also known for holding exhibitions and programs regularly. One of the most popular exhibitions is the Chicago Model City, which is free and open to the public seven days a week. The exhibition focuses on discovering Chicago’s role as a model for city building. The highlight is the 320sq ft model of the downtown that allows you to view Chicago from a new perspective. Though this is one of the regular fixtures, there are a variety of other exhibitions that are regularly showcased as well. The program calendar features Wednesday Lunchtime Lectures, special programs, Behind-the-Scenes Tour and even education classes.

Discount or Coupon Detail

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the Go Chicago card:

Adult $15.00, Child $15.00

Operation Hours:

Daily, 9:00 am-6:30 pm;
Tours every day. Frequency varies by season.
Closed – Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years day.

Chicago Architecture Foundation
224 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: 312-922-3432 ext. 240
www.architecture.org

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Adler Planetarium

Leo — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:11:49 +0000

Courtesy Go Chicago Card

Adler Planetarium is located on Lake Shore Drive by Lake Michigan. It was voted as the ‘Bbest view of Chicago’s Skyline’. The planetarium exhibits the famous spacecraft Gemini 12, which was flown by astronauts Jim Lovell and Buzz Aldrin.

The Adler Planetarium features exhibits and shows for entertainment. Exhibits features temporary and permanent collection.

Permanent Exhibits at Adler Planetarium includes:

Bringing the Heavens to Earth
CyberSpace
From The Night Sky To The Big Bang
Our Solar System
Shoot for the Moon Exhibition
Space Visualization Laboratory
Universe In Your Hands

Shows at Adler Planetarium includes:

3-D Vision: Imaging the Universe
One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure
IBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar System
3D Universe: A Symphony
Cosmic Collisions
Night Sky Live

Discount or Coupon Detail

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the Go Chicago Card:
Adult $24.00, Child $20.00

Operations Hours of Adler Planetarium:

Daily, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.

Driving Direction to Adler Planetarium from Chicago Downtown:

Take Lake Shore Drive – US 41 south and exit on 18th Street.
Turn left on Museum Campus Drive on 18th Street
Drive ahead around Soldier Field
Look for the visitor parking garage sign.
The Adler Planetarium is located northeast of the visitor parking garage.

Public Transportation:
You can take Bus # 146 straight to the Adler Planetarium

Adler Planetarium
Address: 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
312-922-STAR (312-922-7827)
www.adlerplanetarium.org

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Shedd Aquarium

Leo — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 00:01:44 +0000

Courtesy Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium is one of the Chicago’s best attractions. Shedd Aquarium is located on the shore of Lake Michigan. You will enjoy the under water world at the aquarium which includes Sharks, dolphins, jelly fishes and more than thousands of aquatic creatures at Shedd Aquarium. At Shedd Aquarium you will be able to do eye-to-eye with dolphins and walk with penguins.

Shedd Aquarium features following exhibits:

Amazon Rising – At Amazon Rising exhibit, you will experience the ambient of Amazon rain forests. Be ready to look for anacondas, piranhas, spiders, crocodiles includes rays. Entire exhibit is overwhelming with rainforest like feeling. Even flooded treetops, plants animals at the exhibits are home for tetras, turtles and tamaqui.
Caribbean Reef - Amazing 360 degree view of underwater reef let you enjoy and take a peek at sea turtle, moray eel, rays, parrotfish and sharks.

Fantasea – You and your family will love the dolphins soar, belugas dance and penguins parade in Fantasea aquatic show.
Oceanarium – Discover and enjoy the Pacific Northwest coast.
Polar Play Zone – Kids will love their own Polar Play Zone. It is the coolest thing to play and love. I heard that the Penguins at Polar Play Zone feel the same.
Waters of the World – Have fun and discover the self-contained ecosystems of Islands and lakes.
Wild Reef – Thrilling experience getting close to sharks and exploring underwater pretty corals. And yeah, you will love the garden eels.

Discount or Coupon Detail

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

– Skip the Line! Proceed to the will-call line to redeem your card for admission.

Cost without the Go Chicago Card:
Adult $24.95, Child $17.95

Operation Hours of Shedd Aquarium:

Winter weekdays, Labor Day-Memorial Day: Daily 9:00 am-5:00 pm;
Winter weekends and holidays: 9:00 am-6:00 pm;
Summer: Memorial Day-Labor Day, Daily 9:00 am-6:00 pm.
Closed - Christmas Day. All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.

Public Transportation to Shedd Aquarium:
You might want to consider taking CTA Red, Orange or Green Line, Exit at Roosevelt Road Stop.

Brookfield Zoo

Leo — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 22:29:03 +0000

Courtesy Brookfield Zoo

Brookfield Zoo, located in Brookfield-Illinois, has become the home of more than 2000 animals. Brookfield Zoo features smallest animals like aardvarks to largest animals like giraffe and Elephant. Brookfield Zoo is also home for African lion king. Overall kids and family can enjoy the creatures like elephants, bears, African lion, giraffes, zebras and many similar animals.

Brookfield Zoo offers activities such as The Carousel, Dolphin Shows, Zoo Chats, Water activities and Playgrounds. The Carousel features around 70-72 handcrafted animals. Not only that, your family will enjoy the experience of Dinosaurs, Yes, animatronics dinosaurs interaction is attractive feature of the Brookfield Zoo.

Following are Animal Guide & Zoo Exhibits at Brookfield Zoo

Butterflies!
Australia House
Bear Grottos
Children’s Zoo
Feathers and Scales
Fragile Desert
Fragile Hunters
Fragile Rain Forest
Habitat Africa! The Forest
Habitat Africa! The Savannah
Hamill Family Play Zoo
Hoofed Animals
The Living Coast
Pachyderm House
Perching Bird House
Pinniped Point
Regenstein Wolf Woods
Salt Creek Wilderness
Seven Seas
The Swamp
Tropic World

Tips : With Go Chicago Card, you can get the free ride on The Carousel during the winter holidays at Holiday Magic.

Discount or Coupon Detail

FREE Access With Go Chicago Card

Cost without the Go Chicago Card: Adult $12.00, Child $8.00

Operation Hours of Brookfield Zoo:

Monday-Saturday, 9:30 am-6:00 pm;
Sunday 9:30-6:00 pm (except between Memorial and Labor Day, then Sunday, 9:30 am-7:30 pm).
Closed – Brookfield Zoo is open every day of the year.

Public Transportation:
By Metra train on Burlington Northern Line, you need to exit at Hollywood Station and walk four blocks northeast.

Brookfield Zoo
8400 West 31st Street
Brookfield, IL 60513
708-688-8000
www.czs.org

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