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4.56 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews360 Chicago - General Admission Entry
Ascend 1,000 ft in a 40-second elevator ride to soak in panoramic views of Chicago. Explore exhibits on Chicago's vibrant culture, upgrade to the TILT, and enjoy a drink at the CloudBar.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews75 min Chicago architecture cruise from Navy Pier
Cruise Chicago’s river and marvel at iconic skyscrapers with engaging expert stories on this 75-minute Architecture adventure.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 389 reviewsChicago's Famous Foods & Top Attractions Walk Tour
Taste your way through Chicago on this award-winning Chicago Food & Walking Tour! Enjoy five iconic tastings—deep dish pizza, hot dogs, Italian beef, Garrett's popcorn, brownie—plus top attractions.
4.38 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviewsColor Factory Chicago tickets
Voted USA Today's Best Immersive Experience in 2024 and 2025, get ready to take an interactive journey through 12+ immersive art exhibits as stunning as they are colorful.
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsForge Your Own Knife Experience
Forge your own knife from a railroad spike using fire and steel. No experience needed - a fun, hands-on experience perfect for date nights, friends, or anyone looking for something different.
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews75 min Chicago architecture cruise - Michigan Ave
Cruise Chicago’s river and marvel at iconic skyscrapers with engaging expert stories on this 75-minute Architecture adventure.
5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews60 min Chicago architecture cruise from Navy Pier
Cruise Chicago’s river and marvel at iconic skyscrapers with engaging expert stories on this 60-minute Architecture adventure.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 365 reviewsChinatown's Food & Culture Walking Tour in Chicago
Taste your way through Chicago’s Chinatown on this 1-mi award-winning Food & Culture Walking Tour! Enjoy 5 tastings—dim sum, chili chicken, lamb cumin, egg tarts, and more—plus tea & drink upgrades.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviewsAward-winning Bikes, Bites & Views Tour - Adults
Ride through Chicago, tasting deep dish pizza, hot dogs, brownies & local beers (with VIP upgrade). This adults-only food/bike tour has day routes to Wrigley Field & night routes of top attractions.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviewsWalkin' With Colin Chicago Tour du Jour
A sensational journey through the history, mystery, comedy and tragedy of The Windy City.
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New place to stayChicago Gangsters and Ghosts Minibus Tour
Settle into a luxury minibus with a historian guide, pass the Art Institute and ride through the Loop and River North as you hear chilling gangster and ghost stories.
New place to stayPrivate History of Chicago Walking Tour
Discover the amazing history and architecture of Chicago on a private group tour with expert guide Dave Lineal. Walking downtown, we will learn how Chicago became a global force in culture & commerce.
New place to stayButterfly House at Navy Pier tickets
Step into a tropical paradise at Navy Pier's Butterfly House. Walk among hundreds of free-flying, colorful global species, watch them emerge in the Pupa Hut, & support vital rainforest conservation.
New place to stayChicago to Milwaukee Day Trip & Brewery Tour
Ride with a seasoned bus team to the Harley-Davidson Museum, taste classic brews at Miller and sample local bites at the bustling Milwaukee Public Market.
New place to stayPremium Chicago City Tour Small Group, Landmarks
Trace riverfront landmarks, pause at the Bean and Buckingham Fountain, and stand at the Route sixty six end sign with a group travel specialist.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsA Woman's Place: The Chicago Women's History Tour
Meet the bold, brilliant women behind Chicago—from Ida B. Wells to Jeanne Gang—on a lively 2-hour downtown walk through striking spaces, secret interiors, and stories that changed the city.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsThe Alternative Downtown Chicago Tour
Explore Chicago history beyond the usual stories. Discover Tribune Tower, DuSable and Fort Dearborn, connecting local history to global perspectives. Optional tea or meal after.
4.4 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsLake Michigan Chicago skyline cruise tickets
Enjoy unmatched views of Chicago’s skyline as you cruise Lake Michigan, soaking in iconic landmarks while learning local stories.
New place to stayChicago Haunted Interior Architecture Ghost Tour
Take the best ghost tour in Chicago! Go inside 6/8 old buildings, learn about what makes them haunted and what also makes them architecturally amazing!
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsDowntown Galena Food & Drink Tour
Explore downtown Galena through local food and drinks, with tastings of chef-crafted bites, craft beer, cocktails, Mediterranean flavors and childhood classics.
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