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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 306 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.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 441 reviewsChicago Underground Pedway & Secret Interiors Tour
Explore Chicago's underground Pedway: hidden corridors of stained glass, quirky stories, and many secrets both underground and above, with stunning architecture and unexpected details.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 942 reviewsStreet Art Workshop
Unleash your creativity with local artists using lettering, stencils, and cap techniques.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 1275 reviewsDiscover Chicago's Dazzling Architecture Interiors
See the stunning and often overlooked architecture interiors of downtown Chicago on Chicago original and best interiors tour!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviewsWalkin' With Colin Chicago Tour du Jour
A sensational journey through the history, mystery, comedy and tragedy of The Windy City.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviewsUltimate City Bike Tour of Top Chicago Attractions
Ride Chicago’s top attractions—Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, Navy Pier, Museum Campus & Lakefront. Enjoy skyline views & fascinating stories on an easy bike tour through the heart of the city.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 269 reviewsChicago in a Day: Food, History & Landmarks
Walk through Chicago’s vibrant heart, exploring iconic architecture and tasting classic local flavours like deep-dish, hot dogs, and Italian beef along the way.
4.63 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviewsThe Dark Side: Gangsters, Ghosts & True Crime Tour
Peel back the glamorous façade of the Windy City to uncover its darker side—where mobsters ruled, tragedies struck, and restless spirits still make their presence known in chilling stories.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 381 reviewsCreate A Custom Fragrance @ Chi's Oldest Scent Bar
Smell 50+ fragrances & choose your favorites. A Perfumer creates personalized blends for you. Choose your scent & bottle + leave with a fragrance as unique as you! *Groups of 5+ must book on our site
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviewsWalk Oak Park's historic architecture district
Explore Oak Park's history, including Frank Lloyd Wright's designs and Hemingway district.
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5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviewsCraft a leather wallet with a pro shoemaker
Learn how to make your own leather wallet with a Chicago shoemaker using traditional leather working techniques.
5 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviewsCreate your own sneakers with a shoemaker
Customize sneakers with various materials, paints & techniques with expert guidance from a shoemaker. Basic white sneaker provided. Want luxury? Bring your own!
New place to stayExplore Art Institute of Chicago
Home to over 300,000 works of art spanning centuries and continents.
5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviewsSkip the line Tour at Art Institute of Chicago
Start with exclusive early access, before the museum opens, and explore iconic galleries.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 381 reviewsCreate A Custom Fragrance @ Chi's Oldest Scent Bar
Smell 50+ fragrances & choose your favorites. A Perfumer creates personalized blends for you. Choose your scent & bottle + leave with a fragrance as unique as you! *Groups of 5+ must book on our site
5 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviewsExplore Chicago's Food Gems with a Local Foodie
Savor Chicago’s culinary classics on our Loop tour: deep-dish pizza, Italian beef, hot dogs, popcorn, brownies, and a Secret Dish, all paired with iconic architecture, city flavors & a local guide!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviewsExplore Black History on the South Side of Chicago
Visit historic sites across the Southside including Rainbow Push Coalition Headquarters, President Obama and Muhammad Ali’s homes. Enjoy stunning murals and architecture from as late as the 1800's
5 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviewsFamily Food Bike Tour - Explore Top Foods & Sites
Pedal to iconic downtown sites while sampling classic Chicago favorites. This family-friendly adventure blends skyline views, rich stories, & delicious bites into one unforgettable kid-friendly tour.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviewsWalkin' With Colin Chicago Tour du Jour
A sensational journey through the history, mystery, comedy and tragedy of The Windy City.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviewsRide in a limo through Chicago
Experience a 3-hour Chicago limo tour with bar hopping, iconic sightseeing, and local history. Enjoy alcohol, soft drinks, and champagne included for a seamless VIP group experience this summer
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