- Closed on: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
- North and South Gardens: The gardens are closed for the season (The parks are open throughout the summer months from Wednesday to Monday)
- The parks are closed for major special events that bring increased crowds downtown (Such as Lollapalooza and Taste of Chicago)
- Opening hours may differ. Please check the official site prior visit





The Art Institute of Chicago Ticket
Packages
Admission ticket

- Free for children aged 0-13
- This activity has no age limit
- Senior, Youth and Student ticket: Participants who are aged 65+ are considered as seniors, participants who are aged 14-17 are considered as youth, and students with a valid student ID are all eligible for this ticket
- Wheelchairs are available for free on a first-come, first-served basis
- Re-entry policy: The ticket is valid for the full day (Visitors are able to visit for a while, leave to relax in the gardens or take a stroll in Millennium Park, then come back in for more art)
- Museum map: Please refer to the museum floor plan here
- The museum features a cafe and modern bar serving sandwiches, salads, desserts, coffee, tea, and beverages
- Checkrooms are available for storage: Food, beverages, flowers & balloons are not allowed
- Maximum bag size: 33 cm x 43.2 cm x 10.2 cm
- Smaller backpacks are permitted, but visitors may be asked to wear them on the front of their bodies
- Water bottles with a closable lid is allowed, there are water bottle-filling stations available in the venue
- It is advisable to allocated approximately 3 hours in the museum
- The venue offers facilities such as toilets, elevators, disabled access, bar, gift shop, and an art collection
- Bags, backpacks (including backpack baby carriers), camera bags, shopping bags, and purses larger than 33 cm x 43.2 cm x 10.2 cm
- Art materials other than pencils and sketchbooks
- Bicycles, sports equipment, recreational equipment such as scooters, skateboards, shoes with wheels, and rollerblades
- Large objects, such as flags, banners, signs, frames, and artwork
- Tripods, flash attachments, and selfie sticks
- Flowers, balloons, toys, and wrapped packages
- Umbrellas that are too large to be stowed in bags
- Manually operated wheelchairs and strollers are available free of charge at both museum checkrooms. No reservation is required
- Accessible parking is available in several garages (Oversized vans are not allowed)
- Height clearance for each garage: Millennium Park Garage (203.2 cm), East Monroe Street Garage (203.2 cm) & Grant Park North Garage (198.1 cm)
- Personal wheelchairs (Manual and electric) are always welcome
- Visitors who are deaf or have hearing loss (Talks in auditorium): All auditoriums are equipped with assistive listening system that includes t-coil compatibility
- Open or closed captioning is offered at most public lectures
- ASL interpretation for public lectures may be available upon request
- In-gallery experiences: ASL interpretation & assisted-listening devices is available upon request at museum_interpretation@artic.edu (Request must be made at least two weeks in advance)
- Visitors who are blind or have low vision: A multisensory gallery is available, consisting of materials wall and rubbing pattern designs
- TacTiles Kits: These are designed to be touched. It includes color photographs, large-type print descriptions, and Braille descriptions of each work
- Visitors with Autism or sensory-processing disorders: Please refer to the sensory map here
- Visitors with implanted or wearable medical devices: It is recommended to consult the device manufacturer or physician for information (the museum uses a security screening and weapon-detection system at all entrance)
- The system uses low-frequency (ELF) radio waves, similar to retail anti-theft systems, to detect prohibited weapons and devices. It complies with national and international safety standards and is safe for the general public, including pregnant women and children
- Digital audio guide is available for download on your phone and is available in Chinese / English / Spanish / Korean / French
- Audio guide availability is dependent on the venue. Please refer to the official website for more information
- Re-entry to the venue is permitted. Show your ticket/wristband/stamp upon re-entry at the entrance
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the venue
- Dangerous materials and items such as bottles, firecrackers, lasers, and other things that may disturb or inconvenience other attendees are prohibited inside the venue
- Pets are not allowed inside the venue, with the exception of service animals with valid identification
- This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible
- Please refer to the venue's official website for more information about PWD accessibility
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- The Art Institute of Chicago
- 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, United States
- Please refer to the map for assistance
- By bus: Take the bus line 3 or 4 to the Michigan & Monroe stop, and walk for 1 minute
- By metro: Take the Brown Line or the Green Line to the Adams/Wabash station, and walk for 2 minutes
Reviews
Guide
Immerse yourself in the wonders of art at The Art Institute of Chicago, America’s second-largest art museum. This iconic destination offers something for everyone, from casual browsers to art aficionados. Discover celebrated pieces like The Bedroom by van Gogh, Inventions of the Monsters by Dali, Stacks of Wheat by Monet, The Old Guitarist by Picasso, and American Gothic by Wood. With over a thousand artworks, you will find a diverse range of styles, from masterpieces by legendary artists to hidden gems by lesser-known talents from around the world. Be sure to explore the rotating temporary exhibitions, showcasing vibrant themes and unique perspectives. Spend a day surrounded by color, creativity, and history in one of America’s most renowned museums Discover celebrated pieces like The Bedroom by van Gogh, Inventions of the Monsters by Dalí, Stacks of Wheat by Monet, The Old Guitarist by Picasso, and American Gothic by Wood. With over a thousand artworks, you’ll find a diverse range of styles, from masterpieces by legendary artists to hidden gems by lesser-known talents from around the world.
Be sure to explore the rotating temporary exhibitions, showcasing vibrant themes and unique perspectives. Spend a day surrounded by color, creativity, and history in one of America’s most renowned museums.
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The Art Institute of Chicago

Guidebook
Immerse yourself in the wonders of art at The Art Institute of Chicago, America’s second-largest art museum. This iconic destination offers something for everyone, from casual browsers to art aficionados. Discover celebrated pieces like The Bedroom by van Gogh, Inventions of the Monsters by Dali, Stacks of Wheat by Monet, The Old Guitarist by Picasso, and American Gothic by Wood. With over a thousand artworks, you will find a diverse range of styles, from masterpieces by legendary artists to hidden gems by lesser-known talents from around the world. Be sure to explore the rotating temporary exhibitions, showcasing vibrant themes and unique perspectives. Spend a day surrounded by color, creativity, and history in one of America’s most renowned museums Discover celebrated pieces like The Bedroom by van Gogh, Inventions of the Monsters by Dalí, Stacks of Wheat by Monet, The Old Guitarist by Picasso, and American Gothic by Wood. With over a thousand artworks, you’ll find a diverse range of styles, from masterpieces by legendary artists to hidden gems by lesser-known talents from around the world.
Be sure to explore the rotating temporary exhibitions, showcasing vibrant themes and unique perspectives. Spend a day surrounded by color, creativity, and history in one of America’s most renowned museums.