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Chicago CityPASS, with Shedd Aquarium, Skydeck Chicago

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Get the Chicago CityPASS, the money-saving mobile ticket that offers cost-saving access to the Windy City’s top attractions, plus discounts on shopping and entertainment. If you’re looking to get more out of your trip to Chicago without breaking the bank, this budget-friendly access ticket is a great option.To obtain your CityPASS, simply download your mobile ticket or print it and present it at each attraction for admission in Chicago. Among the many great landmarks and museums, you can visit as part of your purchase are the Shedd Aquarium and Skydeck Chicago, plus your choice of admission to three of the following attractions: the Field Museum, Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry, 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck, Adler Planetarium, or Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour.The CityPASS is a great way to save time and money during your next Chicago trip.

Overview

Get the Chicago CityPASS, the money-saving mobile ticket that offers cost-saving access to the Windy City’s top attractions, plus discounts on shopping and entertainment. If you’re looking to get more out of your trip to Chicago without breaking the bank, this budget-friendly access ticket is a great option.

To obtain your CityPASS, simply download your mobile ticket or print it and present it at each attraction for admission in Chicago. Among the many great landmarks and museums, you can visit as part of your purchase are the Shedd Aquarium and Skydeck Chicago, plus your choice of admission to three of the following attractions: the Field Museum, Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry, 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck, Adler Planetarium, or Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour.

The CityPASS is a great way to save time and money during your next Chicago trip.

Itinerary

  • Shedd Aquarium

    All-access admission, including all exhibits, Animal Spotlights and seasonal Stingray Touch, plus a 4-D Experience (subject to availability)

    4 hours
    Admission Included
  • Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower

    Expedited Entry

    3 hours
    Admission Included
  • Field Museum

    Architecture River Tour

    5 hours
  • Field Museum

    All-Access Pass, including admission to all permanent and regularly priced ticketed exhibitions (specially ticketed exhibitions outside of All-Access Pass may be subject to additional charges)

    4 hours
    Admission Included
  • 360 Chicago Observation Deck

    Fast Pass Entry Admission

    3 hours
    Admission Included
  • Museum of Science and Industry

    Museum entry (Science Storms, Numbers in Nature: A Mirror Maze, YOU! The Experience, The Blue Paradox, and much more), plus one timed-entry experience (Giant Dome Theater film or Motion Ride)

    3 hours
  • The Art Institute of Chicago

    Fast Pass Admission to permanent collection and non-ticketed special exhibitions

    3 hours
    Admission Included
  • Adler Planetarium

    Museum entry plus two Sky Shows. (Includes all exhibitions featuring the Adler’s world-class collections, plus Community Design Labs, Space Visualization Lab and Doane Observatory experiences.)

    4 hours

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

401 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

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Experience

Highlights

  • This family-friendly pass includes a range of popular options
  • You have up to nine days to use the pass
  • This package provides a cost-saving way to see the city
  • Discover only the attractions that interest you most
  • Inclusions

    • Admission to the Shedd Aquarium
    • Admission to the Skydeck Chicago
    • Adler Planetarium
    • Art Institute of Chicago
    • Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
    • 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
    • Plus your choice of admission to 3 of the following attractions:
    • Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour
    • Field Museum

    Exclusions

    • Food and drinks
    • Transport to and from attractions

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Visit my.citypass.com to make reservations (if required), access tickets and view attraction details.
    • Valid 9 consecutive days including the first day of use; nonactivated tickets expire one year from the purchase date.
    • Present your tickets on a mobile device (or print them) for entry to the included attractions. Note: The CityPASS provides one admission to each attraction per person

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Japanese

    • Spanish

    • German

    • Italian

    • French

    Cancellation Policy

    No refund is possible if you cancel.

    Traveler Ratings

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    4.4 / 5

    4.42 out of 5 stars

    Based on 489 reviews

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    Traveler Reviews

    Discover what other travelers have to say about this attraction. Read their reviews and get insights into their experiences

    eliassix
    We visited Chicago for an end-of-the-year holiday and were very glad we booked the Chicago CityPass in advance. It covers many of the city’s top attractions, making it a great value for the price. The...
    Rhonda A
    We visitded Chicago fir three das and this pass was very useful. Easy to use and included places we really wanted to visit. We used 5 of the attractions.

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