Chicago's museums rank among the best in the world. Below are the top four ones you need to visit.

The Shedd Aquarium (水族馆)

Location: the Museum Campus, just Northeast of Soldier Field, 1200 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605

Tel: (312)939-2438

The Shedd is dedicated to (致力于) engaging, inspiring, entertaining and informing the public about the life in our oceans and waterways. They feature an Oceanarium , Wild Reef exhibit, Amazon River exhibit, and they pride themselves on their dedication to conservation and protection of wildlife habitats. 

The Art Institute of Chicago

Location: Downtown Where Adams Street Meets Michigan Avenue, 111 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603

Tel: (312)443-3600

The Art Institute consistently ranks among Chicago's most-visited museums. From French impressionist paintings to African masks to the new wing for Modern Art, the museum offers visitors a rich cultural experience.

The Museum of Contemporary Art

Location: Michigan Avenue, a Few Blocks East of the Old Water Tower, 220 East Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60611

Tel: (312)280-2660

Chicago's contemporary art center explores, exhibits, and collects art created since 1945. They're dedicated to allowing the public to directly experience the work and ideas of living artists, and understand the historical , social, and cultural background of the art of our time.

The Chicago History Museum

Location: In Lincoln Park on Chicago's North Side, 1601N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Tel: (312)642-4600

The Chicago History Museum exhibits artifacts (史前文物) from the depth of their 22 million-item collection and from the city's past history. From the famous basketball team — the Chicago Bulls to the Great Chicago Fire, the museum covers it all and offers history information and exhibits to make Chicago's history connect to our lives today.