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Unique things to do in Chicago
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Travel like a local
You could summarize “a couple, two, three” (or a few) things to do in Chicago — eat deep-dish pizza, take an architecture tour, soak up the Chicago River on a boat cruise — but that’s only scratching the surface on the fun activities to try here. Eat your way around the West Loop with local foodies; find the underground donut scene (yes, it’s a thing) in River North; forge jewelry with a real silversmith in Ravenswood, or see homes designed by Frank Lloyld Wright, among other Airbnb Experiences.
Top-rated activities
Explore Dazzling Architecture Interiors of the Chicago Loop
Take the architecture tour voted #1 by TripAdvisor users! We will be taking a leisurely 2-hour walk exploring some of the most beautiful and often overlooked buildings in downtown Chicago, both outside and inside, and learning about the most important and interesting parts of Chicago's architectural history. Visitors often don't know where to go, or even where they're allowed. This experience takes them inside places they'd never even consider, to show off more than 100 years of architecture as it developed here in the Windy City -- including stunning stained glass, atrium-like spaces, 19th century skyscrapers, and more! Great tour for photographers and travel buffs!
Some things to note:
Bring a camera -- this is an AWESOME way to practice your architecture photography! Also, dress for the weather, and if it's raining, bring an umbrella.
Also, please note that if you provide a non-US phone number as your day-of contact number, we **CANNOT** call you if you're lost or late!
MUST HAVE CHICAGO PHOTOS- OUTDOORS
IF YOU DONT SEE A TIME FRAME THAT WORKS FOR YOU PLEASE CONTACT ME AND WE CAN ARRANGE THAT
We’ll start with a talk in Chicago Cultural Center by the bull and get to know each other.
If it’s a small group during the experience, we will walk together around various locations but everybody has their own personal time with me while I photoshoot.
Together we’ll discover the places and pictures that YOU NEED TO HAVE from Chicago , from the magical MILLENNIUM PARK, THE BEAN (currently has a fence, but we will have this photo as well, photographer tricks ;) , CHICAGO THEATER AND RIVER WALK while I capture moments of you and/or any friends or your partner to take home. Feel free to tell me your ideas or preferences
Other things to note
THIS IS A SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE AND EVERYBODY HAS THEIR OWN TIME (YOU CAN ALSO HAVE PRIVATE PHOTO SHOOTINGS IN CASE THAT YOU NEEED SOMETHING MORE PRIVATE)
Please feel free to visit more of my work on IG at carrascoocampo
Must See Chicago Architecture & Highlights Tour
Chicago is known for its striking architecture, and you’ll get a chance to appreciate this on this walking tour of the Windy City.
*HIGHLIGHTS*
- Marvel at the stunning Chicago skyline
- Discover why Chicago’s art, food and architecture is one of a kind
- Get a photo opportunity in front of the world-famous “bean” sculpture
*INCLUSIONS*
- Popcorn tasting
- A taste of a local, homemade chocolate
The tour shall start under the dazzling Chicago Marquee (best known for the sign that appears in the film Chicago), before heading to the Chicago Pedway, a network of concourses, bridges and underground tunnels that locals use to get around the centre of the city. It’s the best place to escape the cities cold winters! Next, discover City Hall, where you can observe its beautiful architecture and classic interior design.
Indulge in some traditional Chicago-style popcorn, before you stroll along the Chicago Riverwalk. Discover the city’s soaring skyline and most well-known buildings such as Marina Towers and the Willis Tower, before sampling another sweet treat from a local eatery.
Enjoy meandering through the delightful lakefront parks along Michigan Avenue, until you arrive at Millennium Park, home to the iconic Bean Structure (don’t forget to snap a picture)!
Chicago Food Tour- Deep Roots to Deep Dish
Join us for the ultimate foodie adventure in Chicago’s historic River North neighborhood. The perfect tour for anyone wishing to get to know Chicago through their stomach!
*HIGHLIGHTS*
- Discover the cities immigrant roots through some of its well-known food dishes.
- Explore the River North neighborhod through the eyes of a local.
- At least 3 food samples from local vendors
*INCLUSIONS*
- Chicago style hot dog
- Deep-dish pizza slice
- Italian beef sandwich
It’s the vendors and their passion for food that we’ll focus on in this neighborhood tour: you’ll come to appreciate the melting pot that the city has truly become, giving us the opportunity to enjoy recipes lovingly honed by generations of immigrants. Italian, German, Polish…you’ll be amazed to discover the cultural depth behind otherwise ordinary (and tasty) Chicago staples!
While your local guide will treat you to some decadent deep dish pizza and other classic Chicago favorites, they might also share a seasonal offering with the freshest ingredients, perhaps even sourced by local farms.
If there’s any room for more, we’ll top off your tour with a sweet snack and send you off with more recommendations for where to eat, drink, and play in this incredible city!
Best Instagram @ Art Institute Chicago
Please note:
***Skip the line, you will not do a line***
***The Art Institute entrance IS INCLUDED in the experience***
***This is an Art Walk and a Photo Shoot Experience, both at the same time***
***PRIVATE,SEMI-PRIVATE. Only 1-4 guests***
This is a unique opportunity to visit one of the best museums of the world, have a PERSONAL PHOTOSHOOT inside, LEARN STORIES and HISTORY from artworks and artists. Great experience for solo, couples, family or friends TRAVELERS and ART lovers.
Don't lose vacation time waiting in line to enter; figuring out where your favorite artists artworks are; or be asking another person to take a picture with your phone. We'll take you to see 7 out of the 12 highlights and to some of the best photo-op spots inside this Chicago Landmark Museum. Your Profile/Cover Picture and your Insta-Gram is going to look AMAZING after this.
After we meet, you'll just give us your device or we use ours, and we will take your pictures and/or guide which angles are better to take that picture that you want. Your experience will last between 1 hr to 1.5 hrs, but you are free to stay after enjoying the beauty inside of this MUST VISIT museum in Chicago. We'll take you to Picasso, Miró, Dalí, Warhol, Van Gogh, Monet, Degas and we can guide you in the direction where to go later.
You will LOVE this EXPERIENCE!
Our device is IPhone 14 Pro Phone.
See you soon!!!
Loved by locals
MOLE from scratch, small o private class
IF YOU DON´T SEE A TIME FRAME THAT WORKS FOR YOU PLEASE CONTACT ME AND WE CAN TRY TO MAKE IT WORK
Open to special menus and specific requests.
team building, meetings, bachelorette and all groups are welcome to this experience!!!
Vegan and Vegetarian options available please let me know in advance.
Mole is a delicious Mexican sauce that has 20+ ingredients, the most traditional ones are from the city's of Oaxaca and Puebla in México.
Im gonna teach you my Grandmas recipe!! and at the end of the class you will have the recipe in your email.
Also explain you the different varieties of moles around México.
We will start with a traditional Agua fresca, and then you will make your own mole from scratch, recognizing all the ingredients and steps, we also gonna smoke the way the ancestors do hundreds of years ago.
im gonna gide you in each step but I want you to be hands on.
We will enjoyed the mole at the end, served buffet style with chicken, jalapeño green rice, beans with avocado leaves, and veggies.
Other things to note:
if you have a dietary restrictions please let me know in advance, and we can make it special for you.
if you want to see more of the classes and videos feel free to visit my IG carrascoocampo
Trickery Chicago Magic Show
Chicago’s most entertaining magic show! Fun, intimate, sometimes outrageous, and always hilarious. Door opens 15 minutes prior to scheduled start time.
Venue is BYOB. Cups and bottle openers are available if needed. We do not stock ice but there is a 7-Eleven just down the street (3407 N Halsted). Performance runs approximately 1 hour.
This experience is ongoing. Future dates will be continually added. Also available for private appointments by request (Monday-Sunday).
For corporate bookings: Great for groups, great for teams, and great for team building!
Please note that Airbnb is a third party partner for marketing Trickery’s show. Guests find us through various avenues so there may ultimately be as many as 30 other audience members for any given showtime. Social distancing is not a local requirement or feasible in our space. If uncomfortable being around strangers, this experience may not be for you.
PAELLA & FIDEUA small or private class
IF YOU DON´T SEE A TIME FRAME THAT WORKS FOR YOU PLEASE CONTACT ME AND WE CAN ARRANGE THAT.
Lets get comfortable and talk each other about this 2 Spanish dishes, and start to understand the importance for have a correct mise en place (french words that cooks use for have everything in order before we start).
We are also able to include in the class how to make home made sangria for a small fee.
I´m gonna introduce you all the simple ingredients that you need for make this unique Spanish and Catalan dishes.
then together we gonna cook our paella and fideua, and Im gonna explain you all the secrets for have unique and authentic flavors.
Paella is a traditional Spanish dish make with proteins, spices and rice, and fideua is another dish with the same beginnings, the change is that in here we use seafood, and fideo (noodles), instead of rice.
Then you are ready to enjoy your dishes.
feel free to bring your favorite wine for pair with your dishes.
Other things to note
please let me know if you have any dietary restriction
Smell the flowers and eat them too
Expand your appreciation for nature. Enjoy a leisurely hike while learning how to identify at least 20 edible and medicinal native plants. Each hike is unique as new plants emerge from week to week and season to season. All participants will receive a digital copy of a recipe featuring a wild plant identified on the hike.
All hikes take place at local parks or forests. Hikes will be 5k (3.1 miles) in length. Participants are encouraged to bring comfortable walking shoes, insect repellent, sun block, sunglasses, and water to ensure their experience is as enjoyable as possible.
Save the honeybees hive-side chat
We'll meet at my home in the backyard. My urban garden was created 10 years ago when I bought this property on the northwest side of Chicago to keep honeybees. I am passionate about supporting the environment and became interested in honeybees after attending a lecture from a local beekeeper. My dad told me that my grandfather and he had kept bees and in the olden days, beekeeping was as ordinary as gardening. Now, I work tirelessly every year to keep honeybees healthy and pollinating the forests and gardens.
We will go on a tour of bee forage (food for bees) and observe the hive activity. You'll see the life of a beekeeper in the current season and I'll explain how bees communicate, grow and slow in the winter. Also, you'll learn the role of the queen, drones, workers, nurse bees and foragers. There won't be any honey sampling because I believe in the decommodification of honey bees and their work.
* If you would like to book a custom day & time, please message me and I maybe able to create availability for your group.
This may not be the right experience for guests with past history of allergic reactions to bees. Stings are very rare, but always possible.
What Chicago has to offer
Saigon to Stockholm Offbeat Food Tour
Discover Argyle & Andersonville, two of Chicago's best neighborhoods, on one tour! Enjoy foods from Vietnam, the Middle East and Sweden as you walk the tree-lined streets of this beautiful area.
- Explore Asia on Argyle. Chicago's 'other' Chinatown is now home to the city's Southeast Asian community.
- Experience the mouth-popping contrasts of Vietnamese flavors and learn how the cuisine has evolved over time.
- Meet the generations of migrants and immigrants who have crafted Chicago's Uptown into the unique neighborhood you'll see today.
- Stumble on a forgotten silent film studio and hear why Hollywood's biggest star turned his back on Chicago.
- Celebrate Andersonville's Lebanese, Persian and Turkish cultures with a guided Middle Eastern spice tasting.
- Follow the footsteps of Swedish settlers as they reshaped Chicago and browse the beautiful Nordic-inspired gift shop.
- Find a treasure trove of quirky, independent shops that you won't see on the Mag Mile.
- Sink your teeth into the pie that made Food & Wine's list of Best in America.
SPECIAL DIET NEEDS? I will communicate before the tour to provide alternate tasting items as appropriate to your diet concerns.
Other things to note
Tours take place rain or shine. Rain ponchos will be provided if necessary. Wear comfortable shoes! Our total walking distance is 1 1/4 miles.
Saturday Chicago Pizza Bus Tour
You'll start off with my favorite deep-dish (that even few locals know about), then be transported via luxury coach to Logan Square, where the city's best Detroit style pie is made. Then a short drive to try Chicago's original tavern style pizza, and finally, to Streeterville, where the city's finest artisan pie is made using an all-natural starter and a 3-day fermentation.
You'll meet some of the owners and learn about the family/recipe history; learn about the ovens and the technique. More of a behind-the-scenes than just visiting on your own.
Other things to note
PLEASE LET US KNOW IF ANYONE IN YOUR PARTY IS VEGETARIAN BEFORE THE DAY OF THE TOUR. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate gluten free guests. Please arrive 10 min. early, as we start promptly at 11 am
Chicago Bike Adventures
We'll meet at my bike loaner HQ in the heart of Chicago's Wicker Park where we'll discuss the day's ride and get comfortable riding together. Then, I will lead you on a 4 hour custom bike ride through several Chicago neighborhoods. We'll ride under the historic "L" train, visit several of the city's neighborhoods (historically diverse and modernly hip), get a taste of Chicago's craft beer scene (if requested) and see Chicago's wide range of architectural styles and oddities, parks, 1920s gangster related sites, great skyscraper views, movie locations, cluster of early 1900s movable bridges, and street art. No tour will be the same as it will be adjusted according to your responses to the pre-ride questionnaire.
** I have a small number of older model loaner bikes available for people who do not have one their own. If you prefer to rent newer bikes I can offer some suggestions.**
***As a general rule, unless the next day forecast is for all day thunderstorms, we wait until the morning of to make the final call to cancel. I don't normally cancel the ride if just a shower or two are forecasted. Sometimes we have coordinated with all riders to move the time up or back an hour to avoid bad weather. If a downpour does come during a ride we can wait it out over a snack or a brief look inside a place.***
****Private groups larger than 4 contact me directly. We can set it up.**
Michelin Std Tapas Dinner&LIVE Flamenco
This is a very special experience. You will enter an intimate artistic living space, with Spanish music. You will be enjoying a couple of Spanish tapas and your bottle of beverage that you bring. As you finish the tapas, you will enjoy a lecture performance flamenco show with different styles or flamenco "palos"; through dance, sounds, melodies, feelings, emotions and all from our inner soul. Each experience is unique, different and expresses feelings from the dancer. You will then have a time for a small lesson and also Q & A if you want.
Other things to note:
***You can bring your own bottle of wine, we are a short distance from Chicago downtown area.
***If you do not see a time or date, please message us.
***We offer a bottomless homemade sangria for $10 p/p extra
Sail Chicago's Lakefront on a Yacht
Our sailing experience begins at Monroe Harbor right in downtown Chicago. Guests will enjoy a captained cruise on our sailing yacht, a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37. We will cast off and motor out to Lake Michigan where we will set sail to a favorable course. Bring your own food and drinks, listen to your favorite music on our bluetooth stereo speakers, and take in the views of our city’s iconic buildings from the Lakefront. The courageous can try their hand at the helm and rigging the sails. On hot days be sure to bring a bathing suit and towel to swim in the Lake at Chicago's party cove- the playpen.
If you don't see your date in mind or would like a longer experience, please feel free to inquire about custom bookings. We offer public bookings at a per passenger rate, but do require at least four guests to sign up in order to proceed. We have hosted engagements, bachelorette parties, photoshoots and many more memorable events!
Things to do near Downtown Chicago
Chicago's Underground Pedway & Other Secrets Walking Tour
Discover a part of Chicago only known by locals -- our miles-long system of underground tunnels known as "The Pedway." This engaging adventure pops you in and out of beautiful buildings, familiarizes you with the most interesting parts of the Pedway, and shows you the best hidden details downtown that people walk by every day. This is not a typical "must-see" tour for typical tourists -- it's a "must see" experience for travelers who want something BEYOND what's typical.
The tour begins with an introduction to downtown Chicago's famous "Pedway" -- the mysterious system of passageways and tunnels that keeps us all warm & dry in bad weather, and cool in the summer. Walking under entire blocks, we'll access interiors that seem to come up out of nowhere, stumbling upon hidden corridors of stained glass, underground swimming pools, and more. We'll then use what we learn in the first part of the tour to navigate the least-known parts of the Pedway, ending with a beautiful interior in one of the most unique and famous buildings in the country.
Guests should be prepared to be on their feet for about 2 hours. It is an easy walk, but still -- it's a little bit of exercise, and please be aware that there are several sets of stairs!
Join us for a fascinating exploration of downtown Chicago, both from above and below!
Explore Dazzling Architecture Interiors of the Chicago Loop
Take the architecture tour voted #1 by TripAdvisor users! We will be taking a leisurely 2-hour walk exploring some of the most beautiful and often overlooked buildings in downtown Chicago, both outside and inside, and learning about the most important and interesting parts of Chicago's architectural history. Visitors often don't know where to go, or even where they're allowed. This experience takes them inside places they'd never even consider, to show off more than 100 years of architecture as it developed here in the Windy City -- including stunning stained glass, atrium-like spaces, 19th century skyscrapers, and more! Great tour for photographers and travel buffs!
Some things to note:
Bring a camera -- this is an AWESOME way to practice your architecture photography! Also, dress for the weather, and if it's raining, bring an umbrella.
Also, please note that if you provide a non-US phone number as your day-of contact number, we **CANNOT** call you if you're lost or late!
Signature Scent Creation for Men and Women
upon entering Aroma Workshop in Chicago's Lincoln Park guests are given a card to indicate which scents from our "Scent Bar" they like, then a friendly Perfumer expertly blends scents on tester strips for the guests to sample. When their favorite is picked it goes into a choice of 1 oz. bottles.
BOTTLE IS INCLUDED
Also, we're are BYOB, so feel free to make it a little event. :) You'll have the appointment time for anywhere between 45min to 2 hours depending on your group size (45min for groups of 2, etc.).
Women, Men, Couples, Mothers Daughters, Best friends all have fun creating scents together.
**Groups of 5+ are $65 per person and have a 20% service fee included on the non-sale amount to be paid in shop :)
2.2oz bottles are given for this. These reservations need to made through us by calling the store.
Walkin'W/Colin - Chicago - History/Mystery/Comedy/Tragedy
WALKIN'W'COLIN is a SHOW-ON-THE-GO, up and down this Great Onion Town, Chicago! Led by an "...entertaining, informative and enthusiastic!" guide on a mission to explore the wild history, mystery, comedy and tragedy that embody The Windy City.
Indoors and outdoors, downstairs and up floors, guests will interact with the city and each other through a one of a kind walk'n'talk tour around "da Loop". Hear the incredible stories of courage and calamity that shaped this Midwest metropolis as you uncover hidden gems, local favorites and cultural treasures along the way.
See sights spanning the River Walk to Millennium Park, from the "People's Place" to the "People's Palace" and everywhere in-between. Curious minds of all kinds are invited to be my guest for this adventurous step by step experience of Chicago!
Taste of Chinatown Food & Walking Cultural Tour
Curious about Chinatown but unsure where to start? Let our Bobby’s Bike Hike Chinatown Food and Culture Walking Tour be your local guide on this Chicago Chinatown tour!
Leave the planning to the experts. Bobby’s Bike Hike was awarded the following three awards just this year: “Top 10 Food Tours in America” by USA Today, “Top 20 Food Tours in the World” by TA, & "Top 15 Vacation Experiences in US" by Entrepreneur Magazine.
Chicago’s Chinatown, located next door to the Loop on Cermak Street and Wentworth Avenue, bursts with colorful shops, impressive monuments, and of course, delicious restaurants. Like a Chinese menu, the sheer number of possibilities can be overwhelming. Fortunately, the experts at Bobby’s Bike Hike have created the perfect overview. You’ll sample culinary delights from five distinct Chinese regions while learning interesting facts about China and the history of Chinese immigration. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a Chicago native, our walking culinary tour of this thriving neighborhood will whet your appetite for another visit! All food samples included in ticket price, but consider upgrading to our VIP package to include samples of plum wine, bubble tea, and a specialty jasmine Chicago craft beer only served at Phoenix Restaurant.
Things to do near Lincoln Park
Must See Chicago Architecture & Highlights Tour
Chicago is known for its striking architecture, and you’ll get a chance to appreciate this on this walking tour of the Windy City.
*HIGHLIGHTS*
- Marvel at the stunning Chicago skyline
- Discover why Chicago’s art, food and architecture is one of a kind
- Get a photo opportunity in front of the world-famous “bean” sculpture
*INCLUSIONS*
- Popcorn tasting
- A taste of a local, homemade chocolate
The tour shall start under the dazzling Chicago Marquee (best known for the sign that appears in the film Chicago), before heading to the Chicago Pedway, a network of concourses, bridges and underground tunnels that locals use to get around the centre of the city. It’s the best place to escape the cities cold winters! Next, discover City Hall, where you can observe its beautiful architecture and classic interior design.
Indulge in some traditional Chicago-style popcorn, before you stroll along the Chicago Riverwalk. Discover the city’s soaring skyline and most well-known buildings such as Marina Towers and the Willis Tower, before sampling another sweet treat from a local eatery.
Enjoy meandering through the delightful lakefront parks along Michigan Avenue, until you arrive at Millennium Park, home to the iconic Bean Structure (don’t forget to snap a picture)!
Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour
Experience our “Chicago 101” tour which offers you all of the City’s most popular attractions rolled into one memorable activity. This Chicago bike tour includes our most popular parks, fountains, attractions, and lakefront museums! This tour is primarily for ages 12 and above. Younger riders should check out our Lakefront Neighborhoods tour as all ages and abilities are welcome on that one. On this guided Chicago bike tour, you’ll witness breathtaking skyline views and epic monuments and downtown sites. Over the course of a leisurely three hours, you’ll explore the stunning cityscape as well as the lakefront trail, stopping at various world-famous sites along the way.
This bike tour has something to offer everyone; rich with history, photo opportunities, and two-wheeled fun! Our Chicago’s Ultimate City bicycle tour is the perfect way to see the incredible natural and man-made beauty that the Windy City has to offer! Tours run on bike paths and protected bike lanes most of the ride, keeping a strong adherence to comfort and safety.
CHICAGo MUSt Do Hidden GEm SPEAKeasy's
Chicago offers a lot of hidden speakeasies and bars for night owls. We will explore three of my favorite, hidden-away with craft cocktails, beers, non-alcoholic drinks, good music and a good ambiance speak-easies in the historic, hip and trendy Ukrainian Village neighborhood; where you will experience the fabulous, intricate world of the art of cocktail creation and super funky live music at the last bar, where you will feel like transporting to a 1930's lounge.
Some of the bars have secret entrances so be ready for a fun night. The last speakeasy is about an 8 minute walk. Please be advised that drinks or food are NOT included.
Eat beforehand, drinking on an empty stomach isn't a cute look. All are welcome, no orientation limitations :)
**If you don't see a date listed that you'd like to schedule a trip (min 2 people), shoot me a message!
Offbeat Street Art, Graffiti & Mural Tour of Logan Square
Guests will walk through the Wicker Park, Bucktown, and Logan Square neighborhoods learning about the numerous murals and street art installations in the area. From back alleys to public parks to permission walls (where anyone can create street art) we'll educate you and teach you about each of the artists, what inspires them, and the themes throughout their art. This walking tour takes place over 2 hours and walks about 2 miles, so make sure you are ready to get your steps in.
Chicago Pop Culture Walking Tour
Our tour begins at the Water Tower, one of the few structures spared from the Great Chicago Fire. You will learn about the fire’s impact on city design.
We will walk up Michigan Avenue, the high-end retail district, past the Playboy Building, crowned by the Lindbergh Beacon, the Drake Hotel, and the Hancock.
We will then walk north along Rush Street through Viagra Triangle, home to many of Chicago’s classic restaurants. We will continue through the Gold Coast, past the original Playboy Mansion and Chicago’s historic mansions. We will also see architect Bertrand Goldberg’s Astor Tower.
Headed west, we will pass through the Sandburg Village & learn about corrupt politics & business. Continuing on we will enter the heart of Old Town, home to many of Chicago’s Victorian-style buildings. During the 1960s, Old Town was the center of Chicago’s counter-culture movement. We will venture north on Wells through the main commercial corridor of bars & restaurants, check out the pocket park at Wells and West Burton, near the Carl Street Studios, an art enclave nestled in the city.
Our tour concludes at Piper’s Alley. The mall is home to the Second City comedy club, where comedians of the likes of SNL legends Bill Murray and Tina Fey started their careers. Across the street is Old Town Ale House, hangout of comedians & the late Anthony Bourdain.
*This is not a circle tour*
Things to do near Wrigleyville
MUST HAVE CHICAGO PHOTOS- OUTDOORS
IF YOU DONT SEE A TIME FRAME THAT WORKS FOR YOU PLEASE CONTACT ME AND WE CAN ARRANGE THAT
We’ll start with a talk in Chicago Cultural Center by the bull and get to know each other.
If it’s a small group during the experience, we will walk together around various locations but everybody has their own personal time with me while I photoshoot.
Together we’ll discover the places and pictures that YOU NEED TO HAVE from Chicago , from the magical MILLENNIUM PARK, THE BEAN (currently has a fence, but we will have this photo as well, photographer tricks ;) , CHICAGO THEATER AND RIVER WALK while I capture moments of you and/or any friends or your partner to take home. Feel free to tell me your ideas or preferences
Other things to note
THIS IS A SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE AND EVERYBODY HAS THEIR OWN TIME (YOU CAN ALSO HAVE PRIVATE PHOTO SHOOTINGS IN CASE THAT YOU NEEED SOMETHING MORE PRIVATE)
Please feel free to visit more of my work on IG at carrascoocampo
Chicago in a Day - Food, Architecture, Culture & Highlights
You’ll fall in love with Chicago and its incredible food scene combining our Chicago Architecture & Highlights Tour and Chicago Food Tour: Deep Roots to Deep Dish!
*HIGHLIGHTS*
- Marvel at the stunning skyline and architecture that makes Chicago so special
- Explore one of the cities most historic neighborhoods
- Sample some delicious food samples throughout the tour
*INCLUSIONS*
- 5 food stops
- 5 food samples including pizza, hot-dog and popcorn tastings
Beginning under the iconic Chicago sign at the Chicago Theatre, you’ll head towards the Chicago Pedway, a network of tunnels that is used by locals to get around the city. Discover City Hall, before enjoying a stroll along the Chicago Riverwalk, taking in the spectacular skyline. Walk the Magnificent Mile along Michigan Avenue before you enjoy the serenity of Millennium Park.
Now we have built up your appetite, it’s time to get your fill of some amazing food that you will only find in the Windy city. Let’s start you off with a Chicago-style hot dog before indulging in the famous Chicago deep-dish pizza. . Explore a couple more well-known River North food establishments, before ending the tour with a classic Italian beef sandwich.
Chicago Favorites Food & Walking Tour plus Bike/Kayak rental
Taste your way through Chicago’s most famous recipes on this relaxing and fun Chicago food tour. In an exciting 3 hours, you’ll feast on Chicago culinary legends such as deep-dish pizza, Italian Beef, Chicago-style hot dog, & the original brownie! All food samples are included in the ticket price. You can add a VIP Craft Beer package to any ticket (Ages 21+) so you can sample 3 of our favorite local craft beers (Three 9oz pours). In addition to the delicious food on this tour, you will also marvel at the Wrigley Building & Tribune Tower before experiencing some of Chicago's most iconic sites along the Magnificent Mile and the gorgeous Chicago Riverwalk. Then, head into the Loop and marvel at its historic architecture as El trains rumble overhead. Walk up State Street ("that great street") with its shops and famous Chicago Theater. From there, visit world-famous Millennium Park; including Cloud Gate (aka the "Bean") & Crown Fountain. Our food walking tour of Chicago is an active, VIP adventure through town; the perfect way to see and taste the city in a single afternoon! Bobby’s Bike Hike was awarded the following awards just this year: “Top 10 Food Tours in America” by USA Today, “Top 20 Food Tours in the World” by TA, & "Top 15 Vacation Experiences in US" by Yelp. As an added bonus, you'll get an additional FREE 2hr bike or kayak rental as an additional value.
One Hour Chicago Photoshoot & iPhone Videography Session
Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple in love, business entrepreneur, content creator, blogger, or a family looking to create lasting memories in Chicago , this is the perfect photo session experience.
This is a completely private shoot for the hour once you book. No strangers, No other people. Just you and any additional party you have paid for.
The session is $189/ per person
This is How it works:
-1 hour Shoot
-1 Location
-30+ Images High Resolution Images
- 5 - 10 short video clips shot on iPhone
-Deliver on a Private Online Gallery
Locations:
Choose 1 location provided below:(address on the details)
Videography
- During the session I also use my iPhone for video to capture live moments of our session.
I love capturing live natural rounding and I love to share this with my clients when they book with me.
Locations:
1: River walk Chicago
2: Lincoln park
3: North Avenue Beach
4: Millennium Park(The Bean) & The Chicago Theater on State St.
Do you have a location in mind? Let us know we love to explore new places with you.
Do you want a particular time and date? Reach out to us with your availability and will work with you.
Find us on Social media:
@Nkairophotography
Saigon to Stockholm Offbeat Food Tour
Discover Argyle & Andersonville, two of Chicago's best neighborhoods, on one tour! Enjoy foods from Vietnam, the Middle East and Sweden as you walk the tree-lined streets of this beautiful area.
- Explore Asia on Argyle. Chicago's 'other' Chinatown is now home to the city's Southeast Asian community.
- Experience the mouth-popping contrasts of Vietnamese flavors and learn how the cuisine has evolved over time.
- Meet the generations of migrants and immigrants who have crafted Chicago's Uptown into the unique neighborhood you'll see today.
- Stumble on a forgotten silent film studio and hear why Hollywood's biggest star turned his back on Chicago.
- Celebrate Andersonville's Lebanese, Persian and Turkish cultures with a guided Middle Eastern spice tasting.
- Follow the footsteps of Swedish settlers as they reshaped Chicago and browse the beautiful Nordic-inspired gift shop.
- Find a treasure trove of quirky, independent shops that you won't see on the Mag Mile.
- Sink your teeth into the pie that made Food & Wine's list of Best in America.
SPECIAL DIET NEEDS? I will communicate before the tour to provide alternate tasting items as appropriate to your diet concerns.
Other things to note
Tours take place rain or shine. Rain ponchos will be provided if necessary. Wear comfortable shoes! Our total walking distance is 1 1/4 miles.
Your guide to Chicago
Where do locals hang out in Chicago?
Pilsen (Lower West Side)
Chicago has long attracted writers, musicians, artists, and other creatives. Take in the arts, dining, and nightlife of the Pilsen neighborhood to see firsthand where the people who live here go out to enjoy life’s finer things in areas such as the Chicago Arts District, home to National Museum of Mexican Art, the Chicago Art Department, and more.
Hyde Park (South Side)
For a low-key day, head to the South Side neighborhood of Hyde Park where you’ll find people roaming tree-lined boulevards en route to indie bookstores, under-the-radar museums, and the University of Chicago to enjoy prolific Gothic architecture.
Logan Square
Want the Wicker Park hip factor without the brunch wait lines? Check out the Logan Square neighborhood. Here you can get your fix of Michelin-rated restaurants and cocktail bars before cozying up indoors at the Logan Theatre for an indie flick. On Sundays, take a stroll through the farmers’ market that operates all year. For those who want to get hands-on, try making your own street art in a nearby studio with local artists.
What do locals eat in Chicago?
When it comes to what locals eat in Chicago, it can depend on who you ask. No one is going to tell you not to grab a slice of deep-dish pizza or a hot dog, but also that there’s more to savor than these classics. Dry-aged steaks on the Loop, West African cuisine in Bronzeville, tacos in Little Village, pierogies downtown: the food here a reflection of this multicultural Midwestern city.
The Andersonville and Argyle neighborhoods are a must when it comes to food. On Argyle Street, a cluster of Southeast Asian restaurants offer some of the best Asian food in all of the city, meanwhile in Andersonville you’ll find Turkish, Lebanese, and Swedish eats.
What is unique about Chicago’s architecture?
Chicago’s unique architecture is the result of an otherwise tragic historical event: the Great Fire of 1871 which destroyed most of the downtown buildings. By the 1880s, a group of architects called the Chicago School began to promote a new way of building known as “commercial-style” architecture characterized by steel-frame construction and large plates of glass. The result? The world got the first modern skyscraper, the Home Insurance Building, in 1885. Since then, Chicago has always been a world leader in design, with notable styles such as Chicago bungalows, two-flats, grandiose graystones, and Polish cathedrals.
Whether it’s your first visit to Chicago, or you’re a lifelong resident, there are plenty of fun architecture-related activities (both indoors and outdoors) to experience this iconic piece of Chicago history firsthand.