Volo Museum opened in 1960, transforming a former dairy farm into what would become a one-of-a-kind destination. What began with a dozen cars has grown into a 75+ acre property filled with collector vehicles, immersive exhibits, and unexpected family-friendly experiences.
While classic automobiles are the backbone of the museum, there’s much more to explore… from Jurassic Gardens and the Titanic Experience to military artifacts, trains, a carousel, and even an antique mall.
Before wandering the paths through this impressive collection and immersive exhibit hall, look through the ticket details on their website, to help you make the best decision about how to spend your time at Volo Museum in Volo.
Exhibits at Volo Auto Museum
It’s no surprise that Volo Auto Museum is a car-lovers paradise. Visitors will find Bat Mobiles, the Mystery Machine, a DeLorean from Back to the Future, and Barbie’s pink Cadillac are just a small sampling of the cars from Hollywood movies. Car enthusiasts will explore aisles of high-performance and classic cars, from Corvettes and Ferraris, to Porsches and Lamborghinis.
The car collection is truly impressive. Every time we felt like we had seen them all, we’d find another exhibit hall. The showrooms are spread across multiple buildings, so you’ll step outside briefly as you move between them. One thing that surprised us? Many of the cars are actually available for purchase. In addition to automobiles, you’ll also find collections of snowmobiles, boats, RVs, motorcycles, and bikes.
Our family’s favorite part of the exhibit the Volo Museum was Showroom 4. This space is home to the the Disney Gallery, Animatronics, Parade Cars, and Vintage Rides and Arcade games. We found SpongeBob, 101 Dalmatians, Fred Flintstone’s car, and a photo opportunity with the Simpsons. We loved the countless pop culture references from some of our favorite TV shows and movies.
Throughout the main exhibit areas covered by Volo Museum admission, guests are also able to explore the Combat Zone, an array of military artifacts and vehicles dating as far back as World War I.
There is also a Crime and Punishment exhibit. This area is gated and requires tokens for entry. Some of the displays may be intense or unsettling for younger or sensitive children, so parents may want to preview the space before bringing kids inside.
You could easily spend an entire day within the car showrooms, and their website covers the full array of all the exhibits within car portion of the Volo Museum.
But that’s still only part of what Volo Museum has to offer.
Jurassic Gardens
Located in a separate building and requiring its own ticket (or included with Gold and Platinum packages), Jurassic Gardens is a must for dinosaur lovers. The atmosphere and decor is top notch; even the garbage cans are dinosaurs! The size of the exhibit was perfect for our family. We visited Jurassic Gardens a few years ago when my son was obsessed with dinosaurs, and honestly, we loved to be back. Enough to see and learn about, but not so much that toddler legs get tired.
There is a one-way path guiding visitors through the main exhibit hall where you’ll be greeted by triceratops, a dilophosaurus, and much, much more. These larger-than-life dinosaurs are moving as they roar and hiss at guests passing by. At each dinosaur, visitors will read about each creature including their name, origin, and quick facts.
Several interactive elements bring the experience to life. Near the entrance, children are invited to take part in a dinosaur dig, discovering fossils covered by rubber mulch. You’ll also find some hands-on fun, such as fossil and gemstone panning, and a short demonstration video.
As you make your way through the hall, there are great photo opportunities. Snap a picture inside a dino egg, or scream for help from inside a T-rex’s mouth. My husband loved his picture with the Jurassic Park replica jeep parked outside. Of course, no adventure is complete without a stop in the Raptor Pen Arcade, as well as a gift shop.
At the back of the Jurassic Gardens exhibit space, Scale World Order has set up live reptile displays including tortoises, iguanas, snakes, and more. On the second Sunday of each month, Volo Museum welcome visitors to a Live Reptile Meet and Greet. During our visit, we enjoyed speaking with the reptile expert and even petting a tortoise.
Outside the building, there’s a large dinosaur-themed playground and picnic seating area. This outdoor space is a great way for kids to burn off remaining energy before heading home.
The Titanic Experience
Even if you think you’ve explored everything at Volo Museum, there’s still more to discover. The Titanic Experience showcases cars, dresses, and other historical artifacts from the early 1900s. Visitors can watch a short informational video, test their hand in the cold waters, and learn about the tragic sinking of the Titanic in great detail. Like Jurassic Gardens, this experience is included with Gold and Platinum packages or can be purchased separately.
Afterward, we wandered through the antique mall, browsing aisles filled with art, records, posters, books, and vintage treasures.
Food
In the main entrance hall to Volo Museum, guests will find plenty of dining options as well as seating. Grams Central BBQ is home to a variety of menu options including kids meals. Grams Central Ice Cream & Coffee Parlor offers sweet treats, pastries, coffee drinks, and more.
Bathrooms
Volo Museum has bathrooms available throughout each exhibit hall. When you check in at the admissions desk, make sure to grab a map to help you find the nearest restroom available if you’re out and about on the grounds.
Hours
As of February 20, 2026, Volo Auto Museum is open daily from 10:00am – 5:00pm. Admission ends at 4:00pm.
Prices and Discounts
Volo Museum offers multiple ticket options, including general auto museum admission, bundled Gold and Platinum packages, and individual tickets for Jurassic Gardens and the Titanic Experience. Annual passes are available and cost only $10 more than a single-day visit, making them a strong value for families who plan to return. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or at the entrance. Detailed pricing information can be found on the Plan Your Visit portion of their website.
Recommended Ages
We visited Volo Museum with a 3, 5, and 8-year old, when my toddler was obsessed with all things dinosaur. Now, with longer legs and longer attention spans, we were excited to go back and explore more than just Jurassic Gardens.
The Volo Auto Museum has so much to see. We loved finding cars we know from favorite movies and making connections to things my kids have studied at school. We learned more about the history of automobiles, and marveled at the up-close view of fast cars that zoom by us when driving. All of the pop culture references made the visit even better for my tweens. We still enjoyed walking the aisles lined with dinosaurs, and think the live reptile area in the back of Jurassic Gardens is a great add-on for this space.
Special Needs Accommodations
Between the roars, hisses, general background noise, and people, the exhibit hall of Jurassic Gardens can be loud. The front desk offers ear plugs to anyone who is interested, but if your child is particularly sensitive to noise, I would recommend noise-canceling headphones.
On the third Sunday of each month from 10:00am–12:00pm, Jurassic Gardens offers a sensory-friendly experience with the sound turned off and dinosaurs not moving.
Wheelchair and scooter rentals are available for guests who need mobility assistance.
Volo Museum
27582 Volo Village Road
Volo, IL 60073
(815) 385-3644
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