things to do in Wood Dale, IL

Trace Chicago's skyline story through Loop landmarks

Watch Chicago open up beneath you on a professionally piloted helicopter flight

Uncover the women behind Chicago's art, architecture, and civic life

See Chicago’s skyline from above street level and explore at your own pace

Discover the voices that shaped American culture

Explore Chicago’s story through historic artifacts and hands-on exhibits

Explore the dark history of medieval punishment through interactive exhibits

Explore contemporary art with access to every exhibition

Explore 35 permanent exhibitions spanning prehistoric life and human history

Ride a Yamaha VX WaveRunner across Lake Michigan with Chicago skyline views

Ride a Yamaha jet ski across Lake Michigan with views of Chicago's skyline

Cruise Lake Michigan on a historic fireboat for Navy Pier fireworks views

Night kayak tour to watch Navy Pier fireworks

Cruise Chicago by private 47 ft yacht with space for up to 12 guests

Float above northern Illinois at sunset, with possible views of the distant Chicago skyline

Make a fall favorite from scratch and take a box of donuts home

Cruise the Chicago River for skyline views and Riverwalk sights

Flow through gentle poses and play with rescue puppies during a 1-hour indoor session.

Help shape an alien conspiracy story made up live on stage

Discover Chicago beyond its familiar sights

Eat your way through Uptown’s immigrant neighborhoods in 2.5 hours

See Chicago landmarks from the water on a private sightseeing outing

Explore Chicago through social adventures with fellow solo travelers

Cruise Chicago waters with up to 13 guests for a flexible three-to-four-hour outing