Activities & Tours: Illinois

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Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour

The perfect tour for first timers to Chicago or those who want to explore Chicago's famous foods along with the city's top attractions, all on one tour. Stroll through the beautiful streets of downtown Chicago & taste the Windy City’s favorite eats! Bobby’s Bike Hike, whose food tours are ranked Top 10 in America by USA Today and Top 20 in the world by Tripadvisor, offers this ultimate food & walking tour to explore the foods Chicago made famous; a slice of deep-dish pizza, a Chicago-style hotdog, Italian beef, & brownies. Bobby’s expert guides will lead you through downtown Chicago’s most iconic landmarks; Millennium Park, State Street, Chicago Theatre, Chicago Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue, & the Wrigley Building, all the while explaining the tales from Chicago’s rich food-centric history. Enjoy your food tour & receive a bonus 2-hour FREE bike or kayak rental for each ticket bought, adding value to your experience. Bike along the Lakefront Trail or kayak on calm, clear Lake Michigan.

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based on 1087 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $84.99

Chicago in a Day: Food, History and Architecture Walking Tour

Ready to discover some of the best Chicago has to offer with a local by your side? Join us on an epic tour of some of the city’s greatest hits: incredible architecture both old and new, delicious local treats and iconic Chicago dishes, a uniquely Chicago transit ride, stunning river views and much more!

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based on 751 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $131.54

Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour

There’s never been a better time to be a beer drinker — and Chicago, with its thriving brewery scene and many destination-worthy beer bars, is the perfect city for suds lovers. Visit three of its craft breweries on this all-inclusive, 3.5-4hour tour, where you’ll get to tour one brewery production facility and enjoy copious samples of local brews. To keep things interesting, you’ll travel in a barrel-shaped bus. Morning and evening departure times are both available.

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based on 225 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 45 minutes
From $99.6

Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

Few neighborhoods in America combine such delicious cuisine with such fascinating history as Chicago’s Chinatown. Join 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, for an afternoon of interesting beats and scrumptious eats through Chinatown. On this 3-hour walking and food culture tour, you’ll see the bustling Chinatown Square, then get to sampling some of the richest cuisine around, including Cantonese dim sum, Portuguese-Chinese bakery treats, Szechuan style, and even Xi'an cuisine, all the while learning about the history of how these foods and cultures arrived in Chicago. This is a totally unique culinary tour experience, and not to be missed! Upon arrival to the tour, you can add a VIP Drink option for alcoholic and ethnic drink pairings! Chinatown can be challengin to navigate on your own, so let our expert guides show you the way and discover five of our all-time favorites.

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based on 262 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $79.99

Chicago Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

On our Secret Food Tour: Chicago, you'll enjoy a variety of foods with culinary influences from the people who built this city. You'll experience all the city's biggest food hits, many dishes with roots dating back over 150 years. This moving feast incorporates a walk through some of the city's world renowned architecture and public art in the famed Chicago Loop District. Experience our famous deep dish pizza, taste the amazing Italian beef sandwich, enjoy gourmet popcorn, and lots of other treats. Plus, there is our mouth-watering secret dish that you can only find out about on the day of the tour!

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based on 505 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $89

Chicago Fireworks Dinner Cruise with Buffet

Our Signature Chicago 4th of July Fireworks Dinner Cruise is the ultimate way to kick off summer's biggest celebration. The spectacular Chicago fireworks will captivate you as you enjoy the show from your front row seats on the water. Unparalleled festivities are in store this 4th of with dining, dancing, and magnificent skyline views on Lake Michigan for a casual evening out. Enjoy a delicious, chef-prepared buffet and gorgeous views of Chicago's spectacular architecture while soaking in the beautiful summer weather. You'll marvel at famed city landmarks, such as the Willis Tower, and Adler Planetarium, from our climate-controlled interior and open-air roof decks. We keep the spirits flowing with a fully stocked bar, games, and lively music from our DJ. Set sail on an unforgettable 4th of July celebration! Includes Must be 21 or older with valid ID 3-hour dinner cruise on Lake Michigan Delicious dinner buffet with freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts

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based on 56 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $129.07

Bikes, Bites, and Brews: Chicago's Signature Dishes Bike Tour

Taste all of Chicago’s classic eats on this 4 1/2 hour guided bicycle tour! Join the expert tour guides of Bobby’s Bike Hike, America’s longest-running city bike tour company, on this exciting and informative adventure which recently ranked Top 20 in the World by TripAdvisor. The journey is 13 miles (at a leisurely pace) and includes deep dish pizza, a gourmet brownie, a Chicago-style hot dog, and samples of local craft beer! On the daytime version of the tour, you’ll drink in the sights of Chicago’s beautiful northside neighborhoods, including the Lakefront and Wrigleyville, home to our Chicago Cubs baseball team. On the nighttime version, you'll ride through the party districts of downtown and see the lights of Buckingham Fountain, Millennium Park and the glorious skyline. Cruise the Lakefront Trail, one of the most popular waterfront bike paths in the country. Don’t miss out on this fun tour! You’ll leave with a profound understanding of our town, even if you only came for the beer.

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based on 535 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours 30 minutes
From $89.99

Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour

Get acquainted with Chicago’s most iconic landmarks on this riotous guided bicycle tour! Join the expert guides of Bobby’s Bike Hike, America’s longest-running city bicycle tour company, on this exciting and informative adventure. Over the course of a 3-hour bike ride (traversed at a nice leisurely pace), you’ll get up close and personal with Chicago’s legendary Museum Campus, Grant Park, and Millennium Park. You’ll become intimately familiar with Soldier Field, The Adler Planetarium, Buckingham Fountain, The Pritzker Pavilion, and Cloud Gate (the formal name of Chicago’s dearly-beloved “Bean”). This tour is perfect for first time visitors looking to see all of the classic hotspots, and for returning guests looking to understand more about the landmarks they know and love. Hop on two wheels, and come make memories that are sure to last a lifetime!

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based on 139 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $54.99

Chicago 3D Fireworks Cruise

Be Dazzled on Mercury's 3D Fireworks Cruise! Capture stunning photos of Chicago’s skyline from the Lake on Saturdays or from the mouth of the river on Wednesdays. Saturday 3D Fireworks cruise is featured on the lake. A lively cruise past Buckingham Fountain, Museum Campus, the Chicago River Lock and more. Wednesday 3D Fireworks cruise is featured on the river only. Includes light narration on the main and south branches of the river. Ends with the fireworks spectacle at the mouth of the river. (Does not go on the lake.) Then put on your complimentary “3D” glasses and enjoy a musical soundtrack as you take in an unbeatable view of a spectacular fireworks display!

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based on 158 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $49

Best of Chicago Small-Group Tour with Skydeck and River Cruise

Explore the Windy City with See Sight Tours, Chicago’s best small group tours (max. 7 guests). Immerse yourself in Chicago’s distinct skyline with bold skyscrapers and incredible views of Lake Michigan .Enjoy the efficiency of having your own local expert and personal guide to share unique and fascinating stories about the surrounding area including exclusive local insights, historic highlights and personalized recommendations. The tour includes complimentary pick-up and drop-off, all attraction admission fees, and skip the ticket line entry - helping you avoid long wait lines and wait times and freeing up more valuable time to enjoy your vacation. Best way to see all of what Chicago has to offer in a limited amount of time!

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based on 149 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $254

Chicago Pizza Tour

Enjoy Chicago’s only bus guided neighborhood pizza tour. Eat like a local as you travel off the beaten path into Chicago neighborhoods to savor the best pizza. Your local guide will teach you the science behind ingredient selection and baking as you sample slices from historic pizzerias. In just a few hours, you’ll leave stuffed, and with an understanding of why pizza is such an important part of Chicago’s culture.

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based on 376 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $89

Private Chicago Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup

One of the best ways to explore a city is with a private tour. This tour isn't any different. Have your driver and separate tour guide take you around the most important sites and locations of Chicago. Being a private tour, stop whenver you want to take pictures and also explore by foot specific locations. Pick up is included from your hotel or place of choice inside the city and downtown Chicago. Please include this information as well as a contact number when booking. This private tour will give you a great experience to get to know Chicago. This is a 4 hour private tour with driver and separate tour guide. During this tour, you will explore great locations in Chicago like the Richard J. Daley Center. There will also be a photo stop at the Lakefront Trail and South Michigan Avenue. Don't miss the Grant Park, Cloud Gate and of course the Downtown / The Loop. This private tour will finish off at your hotel in Chicago.

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based on 3 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $485.84

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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based on 198 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $54.99

African American Heritage Tour of Chicago

On this tour we visit the DuSable Museum of African American History. We visit the museum for 45 minutes. This tour visits the homes of Louis Farrakhan, the former home of Elijah Muhammad and the former home of Muhammad Ali. We will pass by the home the 44th President of the Unites States, Barack Obama as well as the home of Reverend Jessie Jackson. We provide insight on how African Americans have made a huge impact on Chicago as well as the rails, how during the Great Migration African Americans traveled to Chicago. Come tour with us!

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based on 52 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $125

Chicago Private Custom City Tour with Hotel Pick Up

PRICE IS PER VEHICLE AND YOU MAY BRING UP TO 5 PASSENGERS. Thank you for contacting Chicago Private Tours! We would love to help your group discover Chicago. Our services include pick up from your downtown Chicago hotel, a 3-4 hour private City Tour in a chauffeured vehicle, and the services of one of our knowledgeable guides. This means you will have two people working with you the entire time, allowing you to get out of the vehicle with your guide at several stops. These stops include, but are not limited to Millennium Park, Lincoln Park Conservatory, Museum Campus, and more. The tour will be interactive and entertaining, covering history, architecture and culture. We share stories to bring Chicago's rich history to life. Once the tour concludes, we will drop your group off at your preferred, downtown Chicago location.

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based on 181 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $489

Activities & Tours: Illinois

Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour

Chicago in a Day: Food, History and Architecture Walking Tour

Chicago Craft Brewery Barrel Bus Tour

Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

Chicago Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

Chicago Fireworks Dinner Cruise with Buffet

Bikes, Bites, and Brews: Chicago's Signature Dishes Bike Tour

Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour

Chicago 3D Fireworks Cruise

Best of Chicago Small-Group Tour with Skydeck and River Cruise

Chicago Pizza Tour

Private Chicago Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup

Bike Tour of Chicago's Lakefront Neighborhoods

African American Heritage Tour of Chicago

Chicago Private Custom City Tour with Hotel Pick Up

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