Welcome to the Art Institute of Chicago
Plan Your Visit
Closed now, next open tomorrow.
Closed now, next open tomorrow.
- Mon 11–5
- Tue–Wed Closed
- Thu 11–8
- Fri–Sun 11–5
- The first hour of every day, 10–11 a.m., is reserved for member-only viewing.
Welcome to the Art Institute of Chicago, home to a collection of art that spans centuries and the globe—and one of Tripadvisor’s “Best of the Best” US attractions of 2023. We look forward to your visit and invite you to explore our many exhibitions and to join us for one of our free daily tours.
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Exhibitions
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Events
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The Collection
Explore thousands of artworks in the museum’s collection—from our renowned icons to lesser-known works from every corner of the globe.