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Chicago River Architecture and History-Private Boat Tour

Discover Chicago by private boat with a local Chicagoan to highlight its fascinating history and architectural marvels along the way! Before we board, we’ll take a short walk in the Chicago Loop, a bustling area filled with gems like the ostentatious Marshall Field building, the stained-glass-domed Cultural Center, and the Chicago Theatre, adorned with its emblematic marquee. After arriving at the dock, you’ll board your own private boat and set sail along the Chicago River. As we glide along, your guide will point out some of the city’s most fascinating landmarks. Stare up in awe at Willis Tower, once the world’s tallest building. Spot Union Station, which you might recognize from several famous films. And gaze upon a behemoth Art Deco building so large it once had its own zip code! We’ll also pass by Wolf Point, formerly occupied by Native Americans and later by many of Chicago’s first commercial buildings. Afterwards, you might want to explore all these sites and more on foot!
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Chicago: Architecture, History & Highlights Small Group Tour

Chicago has it all – amazing architecture, great food, and iconic sights both old and new. This walking tour takes you to some of the city’s best spots alongside a local guide where you’ll get the inside scoop on what makes Chicago so special. Not only that, we’ll throw in a couple of sweet, local treats to keep you going as we explore on foot.
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Bike Tour of Chicago's Lakefront Neighborhoods

This is the tour that made Bobby famous! Bobby’s Bike Hike is America’s longest-running city bicycle tour company, and has been repeatedly recognized for excellence by National Geographic, USA Today, The Associated Press, Conde Nast Traveler, and more! Bobby’s now offers over a dozen specialized tours, but The Lakefront Neighborhoods ride is what started it all. Join one of Bobby’s expert guides on this 3-hour romp through Chicago’s beautiful North Side neighborhoods. See the ever-rising skyscrapers of Streeterville, the luxe residential property of the Gold Coast, the cozy artists’ village of Old Town, and the rolling greenery of Lincoln Park. You’ll finish off with a cruise down the Lakefront Trail, one of the most popular waterfront bike paths in the nation. This leisure-paced journey is sure to make memories that’ll last a lifetime! Tour departs from 540 N. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago.
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Chicago Family Food and Bike Tour with Top Attractions

This tour is perfect for the entire family, put on by Bobby’s Bike Hike, whose food tours in just the past year have ranked as Top 10 in America by USA Today and Top 20 in the world by Tripadvisor. Biking is easy in Chicago because of it's miles of bike trails, flat terrain and easy connections between attractions. We’ll be sampling from each of Chicago’s well known and unique foods -- deep dish pizza, a true Chicago hot dog, and a dessert for good measure. You’ll learn the history behind the foods and also get a taste for some of Chicago’s most popular downtown districts as we cruise through the Gold Coast, Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, Museum Campus, Navy Pier and along the Lakefront. Whether day or night, you'll get fantastic views of the skyline and feel the city's vibrant energy. Veggie options available.
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Chicago Murder Mystery Tour

The Chicago Murder Mystery Tour is an interactive game and tour. Explore the city and solve a murder at the same time! Play as a detective and a suspect as you navigate one of the richest neighborhoods in the world, and learn about the real legends and crimes of Chicago!
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Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting

Discover horrific instruments of torture and execution. Get a fully audio-guided immersed experience. Explore the interactive exhibits at your own pace. Feel the chilling Ghost Hunting Experience using Ghost Hunting app.
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Chicago Lakefront and Museum Campus Small-Group Segway Tour

Looking for fun things to do in Chicago? Look no further - Explore Chicago with one of our professional guides on this scenic 7 or 8 mile Chicago Segway tour. Begin these guided Chicago Segway tours traveling through the fragrant garden paths of Grant Park to view Buckingham Fountain. Enjoy the breeze as you glide effortlessly to the most popular Chicago tourist attractions along the Chicago lakefront: the Museum Campus, the Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, and of course Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears. You can't go wrong with this perfect sightseeing tour.
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Chicago Walking Tour: Historic Treasures of Chicago

Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. The 40 years between 1890 and 1930 saw the creation of some of Chicago’s the most memorable buildings, many of which are featured on this tour. After the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893, Chicago was determined to become a great cultural and commercial metropolis. This tour is a testament to that era's ambitions. See buildings by Daniel Burnham, Louis Sullivan, Holabird and Roche and other noted architects and hear the stories behind the city's architectural gems. As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.
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Chicago Architecture Tour: Underground Pedway and the Loop

This tour explores some of the best hidden details, secret buildings and spaces, and untold stories that add wonderful bits of color and texture to the overall narrative of Chicago. On this tour, we will explore the famous and mysterious Chicago Pedway, a system of underground tunnels connecting 40 blocks downtown, popping in and out of buildings to see beautiful and fascinating interior spaces. You'll learn to use this system that most locals don't even fully know or use, and you'll be encouraged to continue exploring Chicago on your own after the tour!
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Art Institute of Chicago Private Expert Guided Tour

Let our expert local guides share their passion with you for The Art Institute of Chicago on this private 2 hour tour. As you traverse the hallowed halls, you’ll discover an extraordinary collection spanning centuries and cultures, from classical masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary works. Our expert guides will illuminate the stories behind each brushstroke, sculpture, and masterpiece, providing a rich narrative that breathes life into the art.
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Small-Group Tour of Chicago Neighborhoods - North and South Side

This unique tour of Chicago will allow for tourist to see most of Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods and city parks. There is no other tour that tours multiple neighborhoods in Chicago. Some tours show 1 or 2 neighborhoods, we travel through the South Side, North Side, Southwest, Northwest and a portion of Downtown showing more then 10 neighborhoods and attractions.
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The Escape Game Chicago: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in River North

Our Chicago location is right off of the famed Michigan Ave next to countless entertainment and dining options, perfect for pairing an escape room with dinner and post-game drinks for a full night out in Chicago. Some of our fave local eateries include Big Bowl Chinese, Gordon Ramsay Burger, and Pizzeria Duo for some authentic Chicago deep dish. The best part? They're all within walking distance of our Chicago location! The Escape Game Chicago features 5 unique themes including our cosmic adventure, Mission: Mars and our most difficult escape room, Prison Break. Every family-friendly escape game can hold up to 8 players, includes multiple rooms, and is a highly immersive experience. These adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. We offer the best escape rooms and the fastest customer support. Come see why our escape rooms win awards.
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Chicago Sunset Segway Tour

Ease into the evening with a relaxing glide through the parks and lakefront in Chicago. This evening ride offers cooler temperatures and beautiful sunset views as well as views of Chicago's world-famous skyline and graceful lakefront. This segway tour departs near Millennium Park as dusk arrives and passes sights like Buckingham Fountain, Chicago’s majestic lakefront, and the Museum Campus.
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Skip-the-Line Art Institute of Chicago Semi-Private Tour

The Art Institute of Chicago attracts nearly as many visitors as other leading galleries like the Met, Louvre & British Museum. On this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour, you’ll be able to skip the line and explore it’s most famous pieces with the help of an engaging guide who will lead the way. Highlights Generally Include: (if artwork is not on loan or being restored etc.) Paris Street, Rainy Day by Gustave Caillebotte Sunday on La Grande Jatte - Georges Seurat Sky Above Clouds - Georgia O'Keefe Nighthawks - Edward Hopper A Picture of Dorian Gray - Ivan Albright America Windows - Marc Chagall The Old Guitarist - Pablo Picasso Inventions of Monsters - Salvador Dali Four Mona Lisas - Andy Warhol
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Downtown Chicago Walking Pizza Tour

This tour is just a short walk through great Chicago neighborhoods starting near Navy Pier and the Magnificent Mile, and then heading into the Gold Coast & River North. Compare two American pizzas vs. two Italian pizzas to understand how pizza evolved as an immigrant food. Explore Deep Dish, Roman, Neapolitan, and Artisanal pizza in just a couple of hours. Discuss how each of these styles is crafted and the differences in their ingredients, baking techniques, and ovens. Plenty of pizza to eat, come hungry!
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