The 5 Best Children's Museums in Chicago

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The 5 Best Children's Museums in Chicago

Discover Chicago's top children's museums from local favorites to hidden gems.

โ€œChicago's children's museums scene is thriving, offering an incredible variety of options for locals and visitors alike. From hidden gems tucked away in charming neighborhoods to popular hotspots that define the city's culture, Chicago has something for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just discovering your passion for children's museums, this guide will help you navigate the best children's museums the city has to offer.โ€
Play Street Museum - South Loop
#1
4.9 Score
Chicago
$$ โ€ข Moderate

Play Street Museum - South Loop

Highly-rated children's museums in Chicago. Rated 4.9/5 by visitors.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œPopular children's museums spot in Chicagoโ€

Color Factory Chicago
#2
4.7 Score
Chicago
$$ โ€ข Moderate

Color Factory Chicago

Highly-rated children's museums in Chicago. Rated 4.7/5 by visitors.

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โ€œPopular children's museums spot in Chicagoโ€

Field Museum
#3
4.7 Score
Chicago
$$ โ€ข Moderate

Field Museum

Highly-rated children's museums in Chicago. Rated 4.7/5 by visitors.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œPopular children's museums spot in Chicagoโ€

Museum of Illusions Chicago
#4
4.7 Score
Chicago
$$ โ€ข Moderate

Museum of Illusions Chicago

Highly-rated children's museums in Chicago. Rated 4.7/5 by visitors.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œPopular children's museums spot in Chicagoโ€

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
#5
4.7 Score
Chicago
$$ โ€ข Moderate

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Highly-rated children's museums in Chicago. Rated 4.7/5 by visitors.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œPopular children's museums spot in Chicagoโ€