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Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Address 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL Map, Tel 773-684-1414 Call, Hours Open every day except Christmas, Cost Adult $13 Child 3-11: $9.00 Child 2 and under Free; Extra fee for Omnimax and other special exhibits Website
The Idea Factory is a wonderful kids' hands-on area, but our children also liked the U-505 submarine, the Pioneer Zephyr train, the farm exhibit, the model railroad, and more. There's kid-friendly food in the cafe area. This is a must-see for us each time we're in Chicago.