Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum

Located on Lake Michigan, the Adler is America's first planetarium and is the only museum in the world with two full-size planetarium theaters. The night sky has been visible from the historic Sky Theatre since 1930, while the all-digital StarRider Theatre is the first of its kind in the world and affords a virtual outer space experience in its 55-foot (17m) wide and three story high area. The Adler is also home to numerous exhibits including antique astronomical instruments dating back to 12th-century Persia and interactive displays.

Address: 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive;
Telephone: (312) 922 7827;
Website: www.adlerplanetarium.org;
Transport: Bus 12 or 146;
Opening time: Daily 9.30am to 4.30pm, open until 6pm from May to September;
Admission: $10 (adults), $6 (4-17). Including a show and audio tour: $19 (adults), $15 (children)