Plan a Visit
General Information
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Regular Schedule
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Hours
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
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Holiday Schedule †
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Hours
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
† The Adler Planetarium is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
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Summer Schedule
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Hours
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
† Memorial Day through Labor Day
| Package | Includes: |
| General Admission | Exhibits Only |
| Galaxy Package |
General Admission, One show, AND choice of Historic Atwood Sphere Experience OR Special Guided Tour |
| Universe Package |
General Admission, Unlimited shows, AND choice of Historic Atwood Sphere Experience OR Special Guided Tour |
| Moon Package |
General Admission, Fly Me To The Moon show Activity Kit† |
| Moon & Stars Package |
General Admission, Fly Me To The Moon show and Activity Kit,† plus one additional theater show |
† Fly Me To The Moon Show must be purchased with the Activity Kit. Activity kit includes a pair of 3-D glasses for the show, an exhibit guide, and a magnifying glass.
The Adler Planetarium does not offer advance ticket sales. Show tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis at the Adler box office.
Museum Admission Prices |
General Admission |
Galaxy Package |
Universe Package |
Moon Package |
Moon & Stars Package |
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Adults
General Public Chicago Residents Kids (ages 3-14)
General Public Chicago Residents Far Out Fridays
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$10.00 $8.00 $6.00 $5.00 (see below)
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$19.00 $17.00 $15.00 $14.00 (see below)
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$25.00 $21.00 $21.00 $18.00 (see below)
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$19.00 $17.00 $15.00 $14.00 (see below)
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$23.00 $21.00 $19.00 $18.00 (see below)
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Non-Package fees
Each show
Fly Me To The Moon Show and Activity Kit,† Historic Atwood Sphere Experience Special Guided Tour |
Admission Prices
$7.00 $8.00 $3.00 $3.00 |
Enjoy the spectacle of the starry sky as you experience Far Out Fridays at the Adler Planetarium on the first Friday of every month! Please visit the Far Out Friday page to learn more about the next program.
Please be advised: There will not be a Far Out Friday program on Friday, January 2, 2009.
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Far Out Friday
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Adults
Children ages 4-17 / Senior Citizens age 65 and over University Students & Teachers with valid ID Adler Members Family Star Pack (2 Adults/2 Children or 1 Adult/3 Children) |
Admission Prices †
$20.00 $17.00 $10.00 $5.00 $60.00 |
† CityPass and Go Chicago promotions are now honored during Far Out Friday, but ONLY as stated in their original promotion details.
Museum admission is free on these days. Additional fees for shows, tours and the Atwood Sphere Experience apply.
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January
February March April May June September October November December |
5, 12-16, 20, & 27 3, 9-13, 17, 24 & 26 3, 10 & 17 28 & 28 5, 12, 19 & 26 7-12 1, 8, 14-18, 22, & 29 6, 13, 20, & 27 3, 10, 17, & 24 1, 8, 15, & 22 |
CityPass
CityPass is a revolutionary new way to see the most popular attractions in America's top vacation cities at a substantial savings, with no waiting in MOST main entrance ticket lines. Tickets are good for nine days beginning the date of first use and include helpful information such as hours of operation, public transportation and special "Insider Tips" on the best time to visit each attraction. For more information and to order visit CityPass.com.
Go Chicago Card
Go Chicago Card is the perfect way to save on your Chicago vacation. You'll get unlimited FREE general admission to over 25 attractions and tours for one low price, as well as discounts at some of Chicago's top retailers and restaurants! For more information and to order visit GoChicagoCard.com.
Traffic Alert
All inbound Adler Planetarium and Museum Campus traffic must exit at 18th Dr. and then proceed to Museum Campus Drive. Construction of the Solidarity Drive underpass will continue throughout 2008.
More information on the Solidarity Drive Underpass and Museum Campus Circle Improvement Project: Improvement Project Phase 1 (PDF)
Driving Directions and Map
View driving directions (provided by MapQuest®). Please note traffic alert above.
View Museum Campus map.
View Museum Campus map.
Our box offices are located near the main entrance and the South Sky Pavilion entrance.
Check out the Go Chicago Card – Unlimited Admission at over 25 Chicago Attractions and Tours for 1 Low Price at
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Biking to Adler
Save money while helping the environment by biking to the Alder Planetarium. Free bike parking is provided on the west and south sides of the planetarium. Plan your route to the museum by viewing an online map at the Chicago Department of Transportation's Bicycle Program website.
Public Transportation
Please be advised:
The CTA has announced that as of December 28, the #12 bus will no longer serve the Museum Campus. The #146 route will be revised to pick up riders at Roosevelt and State and then continue on to the three museums.
The CTA has announced that as of December 28, the #12 bus will no longer serve the Museum Campus. The #146 route will be revised to pick up riders at Roosevelt and State and then continue on to the three museums.
Parking is available exclusively in the parking lot adjacent to the Adler Planetarium or the parking lot at Soldier Field. All Parking on the Museum Campus is owned by the Chicago Park District and managed by Standard Parking.
Lot adjacent to the Adler:
$15 per car on non-event days, higher on days when Park District sponsored special events occur around the Museum Campus. Cash only.
Soldier Field Lot:
$15 per car ($18 over four hours) on non-event days, higher on days when Park District sponsored special events occur around the Museum Campus.
$15 per car ($18 over four hours) on non-event days, higher on days when Park District sponsored special events occur around the Museum Campus.
On Chicago Bears' home game days, all Museum Campus parking has been pre-sold by the Chicago Park District to game ticket holders. During other major events at Soldier Field, Museum Campus-area parking lots may be unavailable to museum visitors. Parking in the lot south of Adler is $40 when parking is available.
Motorcoach and School Bus Parking
Vehicles will not be allowed access to parking in the lot located adjacent to the Adler. Motorcoaches and school buses are prohibited from parking at metered spaces or on Solidarity Drive. For a copy of the Chicago Motorcoach Parking Map & Information Guide visit choosechicago.com or call 312-567-8458.
Vehicles will not be allowed access to parking in the lot located adjacent to the Adler. Motorcoaches and school buses are prohibited from parking at metered spaces or on Solidarity Drive. For a copy of the Chicago Motorcoach Parking Map & Information Guide visit choosechicago.com or call 312-567-8458.
More information about parking on special event days can be found on soldierfieldparking.com
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place is a Preferred Partner Hotel of the Adler Planetarium.
Swissotel Chicago
Where the river meets the lake.
Adler Planetaruim Package:
• Deluxe Accommodations
• 2 VIP Tickets
• Breakfast for Two in Geneva Restaurant
• 2 VIP Tickets
• Breakfast for Two in Geneva Restaurant
For reservations and information log onto http://www.swissotelchicago.com
Hard Rock Hotel StarFish Package
Don't just save the planet, explore it! Defy reality and venture from outer space to the oceanic depths in one getaway. With this combination of Chicago's finest edu-tainment destinations, experience the world like never before.
Leave the activity planning up to us with the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago's StarFish package which includes:
• Luxury accommodations
• 2 tickets to the Adler Planetarium
• 2 tickets to the Shedd Aquarium
• 2 tickets to the Adler Planetarium
• 2 tickets to the Shedd Aquarium
877-Chicago
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Atwood Sphere, Chicago's oldest planetarium, was constructed in 1913. The sphere is 15 feet in diameter with 692 holes drilled through its metal surface, allowing light to enter and show the positions of the brightest stars in the night sky.
Experience the night sky over Chicago as it appeared in 1913. Although the star positions have not changed since then, we can see only a small percentage of these stars in our current night sky due to light pollution. Enter the Atwood Sphere to be guided through an audio experience identifying stars and the constellations they form.
The Historic Atwood Sphere Experience is available through several of our admission packages.
Join us for an introductory tour and learn about the history and collections of the planetarium. You'll get an overview of the musuem's galleries and be well prepared to plan your visit.
The Special Guided Tour is available through several of our admission packages.
