Plan a Visit
General Information
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Regular Schedule
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Hours
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.†
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.† 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
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Holiday Schedule 2009†
May 22-May 25
December 26-December 30 |
Hours
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
† The Adler Planetarium is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
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Summer Schedule
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Every day
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Hours
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
† June 15 through September 7 (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 |
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 |
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Adults
General Public Chicago Residents Kids (ages 3-14)
General Public Chicago Residents |
$10.00 $8.00 $6.00 $5.00 |
$19.00 $17.00 $15.00 $14.00 |
$25.00 $23.00 $21.00 $20.00 |
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Extend Your Package*
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Price
$7.00 $3.00 $3.00 |
*Not available with general admission purchase.
Join us on Third Thursdays 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. for our 21+ event, Adler After Dark. Save money with advanced tickets or by becoming a member.
Admission |
Advanced Ticket* |
At the Door |
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Non-Members
Members |
$10.00
$7.00 |
$15.00
$10.00 |
* Advanced ticket sales end at 5:00 p.m. the day before the event.
Charter One Discount Days at the Adler are made possible by the generous support of the Charter One Foundation.
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January
February March April May June September October November December |
5, 12-16, 20, & 27 3, 9-13, 17, & 24 3, 10 & 17 21 & 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 |
Museum admission is free on the above days.
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Extend Your Visit (All Discount Days)
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Price
$7.00 $3.00 $3.00 |
Chicago's Top Attractions Offer the Best Value in the City
Four of Chicago's top attractions have united to bring Chicagoans the ValuePass. Perfect for the local Chicagoan planning multiple trips downtown, the ValuePass provides one-time admission to John Hancock Observatory† and Adler Planetarium††, a one-day Hop On Hop Off Chicago Trolley* ticket, and a ticket to a show at Navy Pier IMAX**, all for one price. The pass is valid until December 31, 2009.
Purchase the Chicago ValuePass and receive more than $200 of additional experiences and services from local Chicago businesses such as American Girl Place, Hershey's Chicago Shop, Espression by Lavazza, Legoland and many more!
Purchase the Chicago ValuePass online at www.hancockobservatory.com or at any of the four participating attractions.
COST:
$56 - Adult
$39 - Youth (11 years old and under)
$39 - Youth (11 years old and under)
†One Sun & Stars admission: a 48-hour ticket for two visits
††Admission, 10% discount in the Infinity Shop
*Also includes a FREE T-shirt, Hershey's chocolate bar, Garrett Popcorn sample and more
**Scheduled before 2:30 p.m.
††Admission, 10% discount in the Infinity Shop
*Also includes a FREE T-shirt, Hershey's chocolate bar, Garrett Popcorn sample and more
**Scheduled before 2:30 p.m.
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.
Driving Directions and 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 Adler 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
CTA Bus - #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express
Instead of turning on Balbo, southbound service will remain on State until Roosevelt and will then make a stop at the Red, Green and Orange line station before continuing on to the Museum Campus. This will replace service previously provided by #12 Roosevelt buses. This modification to the #146 route will improve service by connecting North Michigan Avenue with Red, Green and Orange Lines and the Museum Campus.
Instead of turning on Balbo, southbound service will remain on State until Roosevelt and will then make a stop at the Red, Green and Orange line station before continuing on to the Museum Campus. This will replace service previously provided by #12 Roosevelt buses. This modification to the #146 route will improve service by connecting North Michigan Avenue with Red, Green and Orange Lines and the Museum Campus.
Parking is available exclusively in the parking lot adjacent to the Adler Planetarium or the parking garage 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:
$16 per car on non-event days, higher on days when Park District sponsored special events occur around the Museum Campus. Cash only.
The Chicago Bears play at Soldier Field this Sunday, November 22. The lot adjacent to the Adler will be unavailable.
Museum visitors can enter the Soldier Field garage up until 1:00 p.m. Public transportation is encouraged. For the most current parking information, visit http://www.soldierfieldparking.com.
Soldier Field Lot:
$19 on non-event days, higher on days when Park District sponsored special events occur around the Museum Campus.
$19 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 Planetarium 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
• www.enjoyillinois.com
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 museum's galleries and be well prepared to plan your visit.
The Special Guided Tour is available through several of our admission packages.
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Regular hours: Mon.-Fri. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Sat./Sun. 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
