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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 390 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.
4.95 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.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 979 reviewsPaint your own street art at Studio WIP
Unleash your creativity at this art hub in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood. Local artists show you how to spray-paint using insider tricks, and you’ll leave with finished art. Beginners welcome.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 483 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.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviewsWalkin' With Colin Chicago Tour du Jour
A sensational journey through the history, mystery, comedy and tragedy of The Windy City.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 334 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.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 69 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.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 289 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.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 97 reviewsMake your own soy wax candle
Pick your fragrance and craft a candle with expert guidance and all supplies provided.
4.68 out of 5 average rating, 31 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.
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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 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.
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.
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 stayChicago Suburbs Movie Sites Tour
Relive the mischief at Cameron’s iconic garage and dive into Chicago's cinematic history.
New place to stayDowntown Chicago TV & Movie Sites Tour
Explore The Dark Knight's film locations, including Bruce Wayne’s penthouse and Harvey Dent’s courtroom, with exclusive industry insight.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsGolden Hour Architecture & Guided Photo Walk
Walk Chicago’s Loop exploring architectural canyons, the Riverwalk, and the Bean. Capture stunning photos with a photography-trained local guide. Day and golden hour/sunset tours available.
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsChicago Highlights & Attractions Walking Tour
Discover Chicago’s top sights on a fun, expert-led walking tour! Iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and local stories await—come explore the Windy City the best way possible: on foot.
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviewsChicago Gangsters & Ghosts Official Guided Tour
Embark on a history-based guided walking tour and discover the stories of Chicago’s gangsters and ghosts. Learn about the city’s darker side and creepy past as you explore the Chicago Loop district.
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