Field Museum
State-of-the-art museum of science & invention, with the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Field Museum is rated 4.7 / 5 from 31,469 Google reviews and sits about 902 m (11 min walk) from Roosevelt station.
General overview
About Field Museum
The Field Museum is one of Chicagoโs premier natural-history museums, located on the Museum Campus beside Lake Michigan. Its collections and exhibitions span dinosaurs, ancient cultures, gems, biodiversity, evolution, and scientific research. Signature attractions include SUE the T. rex, Mรกximo the titanosaur, Inside Ancient Egypt, and the Evolving Planet exhibition.
- SUE, one of the largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex specimens ever discovered
- Mรกximo, a 122-foot-long cast of a Patagotitan mayorum titanosaur in Stanley Field Hall
- Evolving Planet, tracing roughly four billion years of life on Earth
- Inside Ancient Egypt, including mummies, artifacts, and a reconstructed mastaba tomb
- Underground Adventure, presenting the ecosystem beneath the soil
- Cyrus Tang Hall of China
- Grainger Hall of Gems and other mineral and meteorite displays
- Pacific, Native North American, African, and other cultural collections
Things to do here
SUE the T. rex
A dramatic display featuring SUEโs fossil skeleton, scientific interpretation, and an animated presentation explaining the dinosaurโs life and injuries.
Mรกximo the Titanosaur
A touchable cast of a giant titanosaur extending across Stanley Field Hall.
Evolving Planet
A permanent exhibition covering mass extinctions, fossils, dinosaurs, mammals, and the evolution of life.
Inside Ancient Egypt
An immersive permanent exhibition with mummies, funerary objects, hieroglyphs, and a reconstructed ancient tomb complex.
Underground Adventure
A family-friendly exhibition that creates the impression that visitors have been shrunk to explore soil habitats and organisms.
Cyrus Tang Hall of China
Artifacts and interpretation exploring thousands of years of Chinese history and culture.
Special exhibitions
Rotating ticketed exhibitions may focus on dinosaurs, archaeology, natural science, or world cultures.
3D movie
Short nature or science films are commonly offered as an add-on or included with higher-tier admission, depending on the current program.
Arrive about 15โ30 minutes before a timed exhibition or film. Allow additional time for parking, security screening, and walking from public transportation.
Advance online purchase is recommended for weekends, holidays, popular temporary exhibitions, and timed films, although standard admission may not always require a reservation.
This overview is general knowledge, not confirmed against an official source โ verify hours, prices and entry rules before you go.
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How to reach
Field Museum is about 902 m (~11 min walk) from Roosevelt station on the Chicago "L".
Before you go
Good to know
Verify tickets, seasonal hours, entry rules, and special events on the official website before visiting.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Field Museum from Roosevelt station?
Field Museum is about 902 m (roughly 11 min walk) from Roosevelt station on the Chicago "L". Use the directions link on this page for turn-by-turn walking directions.
What is Field Museum rated?
Field Museum has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 31,469 reviews.
What's near Field Museum?
Also within a short walk of the same station: Hilton Chicago, The Art Institute of Chicago, Palmer House a Hilton Hotel.
Is Field Museum wheelchair accessible?
Yes โ Google lists the following accessibility features for Field Museum: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking, wheelchair-accessible restroom, wheelchair-accessible seating.
Is there parking near Field Museum?
Google lists these parking options near Field Museum: paid parking lot, free street parking, paid street parking.
Is Field Museum good for children?
Yes โ Google lists Field Museum as good for children.
Where is the Field Museum?
It is at 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive on Chicagoโs Museum Campus, near Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, and Soldier Field.
How do I reach it by public transportation?
CTA buses serving the Museum Campus are usually the most direct option. The Roosevelt CTA station, served by the Red, Orange, and Green Lines, and the Museum Campus/11th Street Metra station are within walking distance, though the walk can take 15โ25 minutes.
Is parking available?
Yes, but it is paid and can be expensive or limited during Bears games, concerts, and other Soldier Field events. The Soldier Field North Garage and nearby Museum Campus lots are typical options.
How long should I spend at the museum?
Three to four hours is sufficient for SUE, Mรกximo, Ancient Egypt, and selected galleries. Plan most of a day if you want to explore extensively or include a special exhibition and movie.
Are children free?
Children under age 3 have generally been admitted free. Paid child admission commonly applies from ages 3โ11, but current age rules should be confirmed.
Does the museum have free days?
The Field Museum has historically offered selected free-admission days to Illinois residents with proof of residency. Dates, covered admission tiers, and capacity restrictions vary.
Can I bring food?
Outside food may generally be consumed only in designated dining spaces, not in galleries. Rules concerning coolers, glass containers, and large bags should be checked before arrival.
Is the museum close to Shedd Aquarium?
Yes. Both are on Museum Campus and are only a short walk apart, although visiting both thoroughly in one day can be tiring.
Can I leave and re-enter?
Same-day re-entry has commonly been possible with a valid ticket or hand stamp, but visitors should confirm the current procedure before exiting.
Is the Field Museum included in tourist passes?
It is commonly included in Chicago CityPASS and may participate in other attraction-pass products. Exact admission level, reservations, and special-exhibition access depend on the pass.
Data and photos from Google Places, generated August 11, 2026. Ratings, hours and prices can change โ confirm anything time-sensitive before you go.