Set amid prairies and gardens in Lincoln Park, the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum offers a variety of ways to heighten your appreciation of the natural world. Exhibitions explore Chicago's prairie and river ecosystems as well as the biology of Midwestern birds. Kids will enjoy taking a guided tour of the museum's 1/3-mile outdoor nature trail while guests of all ages will be wowed by the thousand fluttering beauties that reside within the 2,700-square-foot Judy Istock Butterfly Haven. It's near the middle of Lincoln Park, so it's a great spot to visit mid-stroll, too. 

What's on: If you're looking for a unique museum experience, swing by Butterfly Haven Yoga to find your vinyasa flow in the company of butterflies, birds and tropical trees.

Address: 2430 N Cannon Dr

Opening hours: Daily 10am–4pm

Pricing: Illinois residents: adults $15, seniors and students $10, children (1–12) $8, infants (under 12 months) free; non-residents: adults $17, seniors and students $12, children (1–12) $10, infants (under 12 months) free