Museum of Science and Industry in Hyde Park
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Hyde Park

Community Area #41South Side

Historic South Side neighborhood home to the University of Chicago.

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Museum of Science and Industry

The largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere, housed in the former Palace of Fine Arts.

5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
U-505 SubmarineCoal MineScience Storms
3 hrHyde Park

💡 Tip: Illinois residents get free admission on select days.

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University of Chicago Campus

Free

Gothic campus featuring stunning architecture including the iconic Rockefeller Chapel.

5801 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Rockefeller ChapelRobie HouseOriental Institute
1 hrHyde Park

💡 Tip: Free campus tours available through the admissions office.

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Robie House

Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece of Prairie-style architecture.

5757 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Prairie School designOriginal furnitureGuided tours
45 minHyde Park

💡 Tip: Book tours in advance as they sell out.

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Promontory Point

Free

Man-made peninsula offering spectacular skyline views and lakefront access.

5491 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615
Skyline panoramaFire pitsSwimming
30 minBest at sunsetHyde Park

💡 Tip: Popular sunset spot - bring a picnic!

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