Museums in Chicago, Illinois

In the heart of downtown Chicago, the Writers Museum on Michigan Avenue walks you through centuries of American history and culture from the writers' perspective. The American Writers Museum-Chicago is the only museum devoted to diverse US writers and writings, with fun multi-sensory exhibits to celebrate the past and promote the future of American literature! Details

Visit Medieval Torture Museum Chicago and discover the most extensive Middle Ages torture exhibits in the U.S. Located in the Chicago Loop, explore the interactive museum’s elaborate torture devices and realistic execution depictions that are not for the faint of heart! Do you have the courage to endure a visit to the horrifying evidence of human cruelty? Details

Experience one of the world's greatest museums with an expert tour guide! This skip-the-line guided tour explores major artworks and hidden gems from the expansive Art Institute of Chicago collection, which can be overwhelming to explore on your own. The tour begins half an hour before the museum opens allowing you to stroll among the galleries at a leisurely pace. Details