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4.58 out of 5 average rating, 100 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.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsColor Factory Chicago - Ticket Only
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.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 363 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.
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 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.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 973 reviewsPaint your own street art at Studio WIP
Unleash your creativity at this art hub in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood. Local artists will show you how to spray-paint using insider tricks, and you’ll leave with finished art. Beginners welcome.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 360 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.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviewsExplore Chicago’s Black Culinary Heritage
In Chicago’s Hyde Park, with nearly 150 years of history, explore bold flavors, rich culture, and stories of Black natives who shaped the community and made a global impact. Stops may vary.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 330 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.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviewsChicago Architecture & True Crime: Spooky edition
Explore Chicago’s stunning architecture while uncovering its dark past. Inspired by Devil in the White City, this walking tour combines true crime and architecture and see things boat tours miss.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 477 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.
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New place to stayA 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.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 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.
New place to stay75 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, 1 reviewsExplore Chicago’s skyline from Lake Michigan
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!
New place to stayPaint night with a sip and paint instructor
Unwind with a guided paint session and bring your own beverages. Get creative with easy instruction in a relaxed, social setting. No experience needed, and each class features a unique painting. 18+.
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsTurn wine bottles into candles
Select a bottle, learn precise scoring and guided cutting with veteran glass cutters, then move to the wax room to blend fragrance oils and pour your soy candle as they polish the glass.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsChicago Food Tour: Hidden Gems & New Friends
More than a food tour—it’s a social experience. Explore hidden food gems across Chicago neighborhoods, enjoy local flavors, travel comfortably between stops, and make new connections along the way.
New place to stayChicago Suburbs Movie Sites Tour
Relive the mischief at Cameron’s iconic garage and dive into Chicago's cinematic history.
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