Combine a deep-time walk through SUE the T. rex and the Griffin Halls with a museum-inspired tasting of gin, vodka, rye, or Pseudo SUE beer. This ticket gives general admission plus a timed tasting — ideal for visitors who want science, culture, and a taste of Chicago in one visit.
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Step through the South Entrance and the city noise slides away; marble floors and glass cases set a different tempo. The Field Museum arranges epochs and ecosystems like a well-read map: the polished bones of SUE gazing across a hall that also holds glittering minerals and human stories. Visitors move from deep time to human cultures, and today that arc includes a 21+ tasting tied to the museum’s botanical collections — gin, vodka, rye, and a Pseudo SUE beer that nods to Chicago’s brewing roots.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for general audiences; expect moderate standing and walking on flat indoor floors
Wildlife
History
Founded after the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition, the Field Museum’s collections grew from early scientific expeditions and civic philanthropy and now support global research.
Conservation
The museum participates in specimen stewardship and research programs; visitors are encouraged to respect displays, avoid flash photography where restricted, and support conservation through donations and responsible tourism.
Reserve your spot on the Field Museum Basic Admission Ticket with Tasting Experience today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring valid ID for tastings
Tasting is 21+; carry a government-issued ID to redeem your three tastings at the Field Bistro.
Book a tasting slot early
Tasting times fill; reserve your chosen slot (10am, 11am, 2pm, 3pm) to avoid missing the experience.
Use Will Call with QR code
Proceed to the South Entrance Will Call line and have your QR code ready to skip the ticket queue.
Plan 4–5 hours
Allow at least four hours to visit major halls and complete the tasting without rushing.
Government-issued ID
Required to redeem the 21+ tasting portion of the ticket.
Comfortable walking shoes
Galleries are extensive; comfortable shoes reduce fatigue during multi-hour visits.
Refillable water bottle
Hydration stations are available and help minimize single-use plastic.
Light daypack or bag
Carry layers, a brochure, and any purchases while keeping your hands free.