Family-Friendly Chicago Itinerary Near O'Hare: May 9-12, 2025

Day 1: Arrival & Afternoon Fun

Chicago, USA on May 9, 2025

1:00pm

Check-in & Refresh at Hyatt Regency O'Hare

Arrive and settle into your family-friendly hotel, get ready for a fun afternoon of exploring with the kids nearby.
Included, 1h

2:00pm

Visit the Kohl Children's Museum

A wonderful interactive museum designed for children under 8, perfect for your kids to engage in creative and educational exhibits located just 10 minutes from the hotel by taxi.
USD15 per person, 1h30m

3:30pm

Early Dinner at Giordano's O'Hare

Enjoy iconic Chicago deep-dish pizza with the family. The restaurant is family-friendly and close to your hotel, making it a convenient and delicious choice.
USD20 per person, 1h

Day 2: Downtown Adventures

Chicago, USA on May 10, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe

Start your day downtown with top-rated pancakes and kid-friendly options, located near Millennium Park and the Art Institute.
USD15 per person, 1h

10:00am

Millennium Park & Cloud Gate

Explore the famous 'Bean' sculpture and open park space; a great spot for photos and letting the kids roam and play.
Free, 1h

11:00am

Shedd Aquarium

Discover amazing aquatic life exhibits with your family; the aquarium opens at 9am and closes at 5pm on Saturdays, perfect for a morning visit before heading back.
USD40 per adult, USD30 per child, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at The Field Bistro

Enjoy casual American fare at this kid-friendly spot inside the Field Museum area, convenient for families.
USD15 per person, 1h

2:00pm

The Field Museum

Explore famous natural history exhibits; the museum closes at 5pm, so there’s enough time for a family visit.
USD40 per adult, USD30 per child, 2h

5:30pm

Return to Hyatt Regency O'Hare

Head back to the hotel to relax or enjoy hotel amenities for the evening with the family.
Included, Rest of evening

Day 3: Afternoon Family Fun

Chicago, USA on May 11, 2025

10:00am

Breakfast & Morning at Hyatt Regency O'Hare

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast either at the hotel or nearby local café, then relax or enjoy hotel amenities in the morning.
USD15 per person, 1h

11:00am

Rest / Leisure Time at the Hotel

Use this mid-morning to rest or swim in the hotel pool, perfect for the kids to recharge.
Included, 3h

3:00pm

Visit the Chicago Children's Museum

Engage the children with hands-on exhibits and educational play at Navy Pier’s Chicago Children's Museum, open till 5pm Sundays.
USD16 per person, 2h

5:00pm

Dinner at Riva Crabhouse on Navy Pier

Dine with a lovely view of Lake Michigan offering seafood and family-friendly dishes; perfect after a museum visit.
USD25 per person, 1h30m

Day 4: Full Day Exploration

Chicago, USA on May 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Yolk - O'Hare Area

Fuel up with delicious pancakes and breakfast classics near your hotel before a big day out.
USD15 per person, 1h

9:00am

Visit Lincoln Park Zoo

Enjoy a free, family-friendly zoo with a wide variety of animals and beautiful gardens, open from 10am to 5pm, so take a short morning stroll nearby before entering.
Free, 2h

11:00am

Nature Walk at Lincoln Park Conservatory

Explore lovely greenhouses filled with exotic plants; perfect to stroll and relax with the family.
Free, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at Café Ba-Ba-Reeba!

Enjoy flavorful Spanish tapas in a casual kid-friendly environment located in Lincoln Park.
USD20 per person, 1h

1:00pm

Museum of Science and Industry

One of the largest science museums in the world with interactive exhibits kids love, open until 4pm on Mondays.
USD23 per adult, USD14 per child, 3h

4:00pm

Return to hotel and prepare for departure

Head back to the Hyatt Regency O'Hare to rest and pack after an exciting day of exploration.
Included, Rest of day