Where to see dinosaurs in Chicago

By Elizabeth Diffin

It's no secret kids love dinosaurs. And the good news is that those of us in the Chicago area don't have to rent a time machine to see those prehistoric beasts; we've got four spots that highlight some prime paleontology. And these dinos, at least, don't bite.

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Field Museum

1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago
(312) 922-9410
fieldmuseum.org

The granddaddy-or should we say grandma?-of dinosaurs is Sue, the Field Museum's poster girl. The 67-million-year-old skeleton is the largest, most complete and best preserved T. rex that's ever been found and includes a whopping 224 bones. Her original skull is kept in a separate case-although at 600 pounds, or about the size of a cow, it's a bit hard to miss. Fun fact: Sue's got a Twitter account! Follow her @SuetheTRex. The Field's Genius Hall of Dinosaurs also highlights a few less famous dinos, such as Rapetosaurus krausei. If you're longing for a 'saur sleepover, watch for the Field's "Dozin' with the Dinos" overnights, where a premium ticket snags you a spot in the middle of the hall. Our advice: keep one eye open, in case of some Night at the Museum-style high jinks.