Things to Do Near Campus

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Looking for things to do in Chicago during your visit? 有无数的公园, 博物馆, 画廊, 音乐场所, 精品店, 还有更多, you'll never be bored—no matter the season. Here are our suggestions for must-see destinations within about 1 mile of Columbia College Chicago's campus in the South Loop neighborhood in downtown Chicago.

在校园

ShopColumbia - Our onsite 艺术 boutique where students and alums market and sell their work.
619 S. 沃巴什大街.

Museum of Contemporary 摄影 - A world-class contemporary photography museum founded by Columbia in 1976. 所有人免费!
600 S. 密歇根大街.

Wabash Arts Corridor Murals -这一倡议, launched by Columbia in 2013, brings the South Loop to life with breathtaking street 艺术.
密歇根大街nue to 州圣reet, Van Buren Street to Roosevelt Road

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For Art and Architecture Buffs

Art Institute of Chicago - Consistently ranked one of the best 博物馆 in the world, the Art Institute houses more than 300,000 pieces of priceless 艺术.
111 S. 密歇根大街.

考尔德的火烈鸟 - This 53-foot-tall red sculpture contrasts with surrounding Mies van der Rohe-designed buildings.
50 W. 亚当斯圣.

Chicago Architecture Center - The CAC offers awe-inspiring tours of the city—via foot and boat—and in-house exhibitions.
111 E. 瓦克街

Chicago Cultural Center - A landmark building with breathtaking Tiffany glass domes and free 艺术 and music events.
78 E. 华盛顿圣.

芝加哥毕加索 - Picasso never explained the meaning of this 50-foot-tall, 160-ton sculpture.
50 W. 华盛顿圣.

For Fans of the Performing Arts

礼堂剧院 - A historic landmark venue for dance—including the Joffrey Ballet—and music, this theatre is oftentimes home to Columbia College Chicago Commencement.
50 E. 国会百汇

Chicago Symphony Center - The home base of the world-renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
220 S. 密歇根大街.

笑声工厂 - East Lakeview venue for standup. Perfect for aspiring comedy majors. 使用代码 科勒姆 at checkout for free tickets.
3175 N. 百老汇

古德曼剧院 - Chicago’s oldest nonprofit theatre organization.
170 N. 迪尔伯恩圣.

芝加哥剧院 - A can’t-miss marquee marks this tourist destination and venue for music and comedy.
175 N. 州圣.

爵士乐展示 - Founded in 1947, this 170-seat venue features local, national, and international jazz acts.
806 S. 普利茅斯法院

Museum Campus—Science, Nature, Sports, and Amazing Skyline Views

阿德勒天文馆 - The Adler is America’s first planetarium, with shows in immersive domed theaters and cutting-edge exhibits.
1300 S. 湖滨路

Field Museum of Natural 历史 - Home to Sue—the largest T. rex skeleton in the world, ancient Egyptian 艺术ifacts, rare jewels, and rotating exhibitions.
1400 S. 湖滨路

谢德水族馆 - The Shedd features aquatic shows, 的展品, 和32,超过1000只海洋动物, including jellies and beluga whales.
1200 S. 湖滨路

士兵领域 - Home of Da Bears—need we say more?
1410 Museum Campus Drive

Culture, Nature, and Adventure in Grant Park

319英亩的花园, 艺术, sports facilities and performance venues; home to summer festivals such as Lollapalooza, 芝加哥的味道, Chicago Outdoor Film Festival, Chicago Blues Festival and many more.

千禧公园 - You'll find photogenic Cloud Gate (aka The Bean), interactive Crown Fountain, free concerts at the Pritzker Pavilion, and ice skating in the winter.
201 E. 伦道夫圣.

白金汉喷泉 - A beaux 艺术s-style marble fountain—one of the largest in the world—with hourly water shows.
301 S. 哥伦布驾驶

玛吉·戴利公园 - This family-friendly park offers seasonal attractions, including an ice skating ribbon, 攀岩墙, 还有一个巨大的, 异想天开的操场.
337 E. 伦道夫圣.

Grant Park Skate Park - A sprawling, world-class skate park with plenty of room for skaters and spectators.
9th Street and 哥伦布驾驶

  • 提示

  • 热的话 (72 E. 伦道夫圣.) for highly discounted tickets to storefront theatre and dance performances as well as 百老汇 in Chicago plays.
  • If you’re interested in hitting multiple attractions, consider investing in a CityPASS.
  • On certain days, many 博物馆 offer free admission for Illinois residents.
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