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Chicago Architectural Highlights Bus Tour

clock 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Come and be a part of an exploratory architectural Aficionados tour
  • A bus tour around Chicago Read more
  • Discover the cultural diversity of architecture of Chicago in a wide ranging odyssey

    • What You'll Do:

  • The trip begins at Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA, and many other Stops 30 miles across the city will be covered in this tour
  • Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601-3713 is the first stop of this tour. At the Chicago Architecture Center, the tourists get the view of 4000 building scale model of Chicago and get to shop in a famous store
  • Visit the Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House, 5757 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637-1698. At the Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House, visitors can see his home and studio, The Oak Park and Unity Temple
  • Last stop is the The Loop, 701 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605-2108

    • What It Includes:

  • Time taken is 3 hours and 30 minutes
  • A fully narrative tour and the tourists are led by a professional tour guide
  • Get transported to different places in air-conditioned vehicles
  • Visit Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
  • Get a chance to visit the Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House

    • Travellers Talk:

  • One of the tourists said they were taken to some interesting historical tour
  • A tourist found their tour guide to be extremely well behaved and filled with knowledge and enthusiasm
  • Tourists considered the Illinois Tech Student Center and Mies Van Der Rohe's IIT campus, and the Gold Coast as the highlights of the tour

    • Is It Right:

  • A trip that is perfect for all who wish to educate themselves regarding the architectural splendour of Chicago
  • Keep in mind that this trip is not suitable to bringing along your children
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Chicago in a Day: Food, History and Architecture Walking Tour

clock 5 hours
  • Come on as we help you discover some of the best sights and food Chicago has to offer with a local guide by your side.
  • Join an epic tour of some of the city's greatest hits: incredible architecture, both old and new, delicious local treats and iconic Chicago dishes, along with a unique Chicago transit ride, stunning river views, and much more Read more
  • Enjoy a couple of classics made-in-Chicago snacks like Chicago-style popcorn and homemade chocolates
  • Realise why locals have so much passion for their Chicago-style classics

    • What You'll Do:

  • Visitors on this trip have to meet at The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
  • Everyone needs to be there at 10:00 AM to meet their guide
  • Learn more about the history, cuisine, and culture of Chicago with some of the finest details this city has to offer with fun activities and food

    • What It Includes:

  • Visit places like The Chicago Theatre, Chicago Pedway, Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago River, Cloud Gate, and many more
  • Water Taxi or Subway Tickets are included
  • Entry/Admission for Chicago River is also included
  • Travellers will be provided with enough food to satisfy their hunger for the day
  • Trip is wheelchair friendly and all age groups are welcomed to participate

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers liked the local guides and their presence and knowledge
  • They loved the city, its architecture, food and the tour itself

    • Is It Right:

  • Rediscover the city of Chicago by booking this journey
  • Other than weather conditions, nothing can stop you from taking part while you are enjoying yourself on this trip
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Chicago Segway Tour

clock 3 hours
  • Hop on the most innovative tour to hit Chicago in years! Gliding around the Windy City on your very own Segway, you'll see all the famous sights - Buckingham Fountain, Navy Pier, Lake Michigan and more. Be one of the first to take part in this unique, unforgettable...Read more
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Sin and Suds Chicago Beer Tour

clock 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Take a trip to Chicago's Loop and South Loop neighbourhoods.
  • These three hours entitle the travellers to taste the various types of beer. Read more
  • Along with this,roam around the neighbourhoods and experience the nightlife of Chicago.

    • What You'll Do:

  • The travellers are picked from Exchequer Restaurant & Pub, 226 S Wabash Ave, Chicago.
  • One gets to see the inner life of the famous neighbourhoods and much more on this walking tour.
  • In the Sin & Suds tour, follow your professional guide who leads you through the various neighbourhoods as well as guides you to local bars and breweries.

    • What It Includes:

  • Visit the neighbourhood of The Loop, which is one of the oldest neighbourhoods of Chicago where there is a lot of history to know.
  • Buddy Guy's Legends and South Loop are the other neighbourhoods which are up for a visit by the travellers.
  • There are provisions for beer tasting and food tasting for the travellers.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • One of the travellers was very happy to learn about the various neighbourhoods in the city of Chicago and also learn the history of the places.
  • Another traveller was very happy to have spent a night whisking through the nightlife of Chicago and tasting beer and food as well.
  • A trip that has received a recommendation from all travellers who took part

    • Is It Right:

  • Don't be concerned as there is no age bar on this trip except for the fact that children are not allowed to consume beer.
  • Anyone interested in learning about the neighbourhoods of Chicago and their history is welcome to this tour.
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Chicago Architecture Walking Tour: Dazzling Interiors™ of the Loop

clock 2 hours
  • Sign up for an architectural and walking tour in Chicago which allows a person to explore the mesmerizing beauty of the beautiful city.
  • Learn more about the architectural significance from an expert guide Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Get a chance to visit some amazing places with exceptionally beautiful architecture
  • Tiffany stained glass dome at Chicago Cultural Center which is the largest in the world is put up for exploration for the people on this cost saving and highly entertaining trip.
  • Get intrigued by art-deco gem at the Chicago Board of Trade Building
  • Starting point for this tour is the 425 S Financial Pl, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
  • Build your stamina to explore every tit-bit of this glorious city and do not leave any corner unseen

    • What It Includes:

  • The tour lasts for approximately 2 hours
  • A efficient local guide is present to lead all who take part throughout the journey
  • The breathtaking beauty of Chicago is enough to make a person speechless in amazement.
  • People of most age groups can participate in the tour

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The people participating on this trip loved their guides and got a lot of information from them
  • One of them found the tour easy to understand and follow
  • Tourists were involved in the tour and the architecture and found it really amusing

    • Is It Right:

  • If one likes learning more about the architectural marvels of any place they visit then this trip is perfect for them
  • Architecture enthusiasts are always welcome to come join this trip
  • Couples and family members can take part in this journey together
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Chicago Architectural River Cruise

clock 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Come take part in a cruise trip that is one of a kind and it will introduce visitors to the architectural wonders of Chicago
  • A 90 minute long trip involving the time spent on the beautiful and enigmatic Sea Waters . Read more
  • Throughout this signature cruise, one of the award-winning Docents will introduce travellers to more than 50 skyscrapers, bascule bridges, and some historic sites.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Meet-up at 465 N McClurg Ct, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
  • Closure point of the trip is the same as departure point mentioned above
  • Choose from different departure times
  • Chance to admire the architectural beauty of Chicago while having a good time on board with the luxury cruise ship

    • What It Includes:

  • Complementary non alcoholic beverages are included just for the travellers
  • Get to know more about the architecture of Chicago from the live commentary narrated on board offered by the guides
  • Need to be punctual as late arrival will not be entertained
  • Highly dependable on the weather conditions to take place

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Be energized and refreshed by taking part in this marvellous journey as suggested by many backpackers.
  • One of the travellers appreciated the efforts of the professional guide who was present with them all along the duration of the trip.

    • Is It Right:

  • Give your love for travel a prolific purpose by taking part in this epic journey that will leave you stunned by stating - how amazing modernization can be
  • From children to senior citizens, this is a trip that is fit for all
  • So, go ahead and book this tour, now!
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A Storied Neighborhood: A Self-Guided Audio Tour with Bill Ayers

clock 40 to 60 minutes
  • This self-guided audio tour begins at the Laboratory Schools founded by John Dewey, and winds through the University of Chicago. Along the way, walkers will encounter world-renowned architects and Nobel Laureates, robber barons and artists, the DuSable Museum of African American History and the birthplace of the Atomic Age.

    In storied...Read more
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Chicago History and Food Tour

clock 3 hours
  • Consider this evening an Edible Education! Roll your sleeves up and get ready to taste the Chicago's quintessential foods in it's Downtown Loop neighborhood on this dinner food tour! Indulge in Chicago’s favorites while involving all the other senses and enjoying the historical sites and stories along your...Read more
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Chicago Small-Group City Tour with Optional Architecture River Cruise

clock 2 to 4 hours
  • Enjoy Chicago's famous sights and its fabulous views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city.
  • Travellers will get to explore Chicago with an expert guide on a comfortable minibus, stopping at iconic locations like an early skyscraper "The Rookery", Museum Campus and many more Read more
  • People on this trip will also have the option to go on a 75-minute Architecture Cruise down the Chicago River. This popular open-top boat tour offers the perfect vantage point to admire the city's renowned buildings.

    • What You'll Do:

  • People who are interested in this trip are required to meet at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago - Magnificent Mile, 300 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
  • Enjoy the beauty of the city and its architectures, and also get a chance to learn more about them
  • Apply for hotel pickups as it is available for selected hotels. Otherwise, they are supposed to meet at the given starting point where the trip will also end at respective hotels for the tourists. Otherwise, they will be dropped off to the place where they were picked up from.

    • What It Includes:

  • Visit places and pass by various sights and landmarks such as Millennium Park, The Rookery Building, Harold Washington Library Center, and many more
  • Apart from this the cinematic weather condition of the area adds to the flavour of the trip which is exciting and appealing.
  • Trip is available during all weather conditions so the visitors are requested to dress accordingly

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The tourists found the tour informative and said that the guide was friendly and well behaved
  • They said that the food stops were on point where they had fun

    • Is It Right:

  • Definitely! As one gets to learn more about Chicago by taking part in this trip
  • Age is not a problem as it welcomes the participation of all travellers
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Original Chicago Haunting Ghost Bus Tour

clock 150 to 180 minutes
  • Our classic Chicago Hauntings Chicago Ghost tour is a 2.5 to 3-hour fully-narrated tour by coach bus, with numerous stops along the tour route at some of the most actively haunted sites in Chicago, including the site of the Eastland Disaster, where 844 souls perished on the Chicago River; Death Alley, where more than six hundred children and their...Read more
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Chicago Night Crimes Bus Tour

clock 120 to 150 minutes
  • Come join this fun bus hop on hop off tour where tourists can learn all about the crime history of Chicago
  • Learn about the mind-blowing histories of the leading gangster and mobster figures of Chicago. Read more
  • Visit the legendary gangster shootout sites like the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the handshake murder, and The Enforcers safe, and tunnels, and much more as the tourists get to enjoy themselves to the fullest.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Explore historic crime scenes after dark.
  • Explore landmark buildings like Biograph Theatre and Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse, and many more iconic places.
  • Drive to several historic crime scenes throughout Chicago and get to know about its history
  • Travellers can also drive by the park on the way to several historic crime scenes throughout Chicago.

    • What It Includes:

  • Find your way with the help of a local, informative, and courteous tour guide
  • The time taken for this tour is approximately 2 hours
  • This tour includes multiple stops on and off the bus.
  • Traveller pick up and drop off is available in this tour.
  • Live commentary provided by the tour guide is available on board in this unique bus tour.
  • Arrive at least 10 minutes early for check-in to hop on the bus.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • According to travellers the tour has been said to be indeed awesome by the travellers
  • The tour guide has been said to be great, personable, and knowledgeable.
  • The guide had lots of knowledge to share and was very professional as well according to the travellers
  • Travellers said the tour guide took the travellers to some interesting places and they were able to hop off the bus easily for conducting photoshoots.

    • Is It Right:

  • Come be a part of an experience that will leave you thoroughly entertained
  • All travellers, even people with certain walking disability, can take part in this tour
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2-Hour History of Chicago Architecture and Art Segway Tour

clock 2 hours
  • See Chicago’s landmark architecture, outdoor sculptures and famous skyline by Segway! This family-friendly guided tour is both an exciting and educational way to explore Chicago. Plus, you'll save your feet from a day of walking and instead, quickly glide along the lakefront soaking in views of the spectacular skyline while seeing some of the...Read more
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Chicago Hauntings Original Ghost Bus Tour

clock 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Take a tour to visit some of the most haunting places in Chicago.
  • Explore the shadowed corners of the city where the fateful tales began, starting from the Fort Dearborn Massacre to the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. Read more
  • A comprehensive bus tour where you can step back in time on a journey through the dreaded history
  • Full of fun and interesting information

    • What You'll Do:

  • Start your journey with the Eastland river disaster of 1915
  • Visit Hull House where the devil baby came to strike terror into the hearts of inhabitants.
  • Stop by at the abandoned graves of 10,000 at the old City Cemetery, after which drop by the St. Valentine's Day Massacre site.
  • End your excursion at the ghost ships of Lake Michigan and sneak past the Resurrection Mary.

    • What It Includes:

  • Led by native Chicagoans and true paranormal researchers.
  • This excursion is approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes long
  • Requires a small group of people to commence the journey
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult and infants must sit on laps
  • Entry or admission to the haunted places are included in this trip.
  • Can accommodate upto 50 passengers.
  • Some walking is required for this trip.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers loved how this was not a gimmicky scary tour but a trip around the haunted sites in Chicago.
  • An amazing tour that was thoroughly enjoyed by all who took part in it
  • Narration and history- telling sessions by the guide were thoroughly enjoyable
  • Many informed that this is a true supernatural excursion through the Windy City.

  • Is It Right:

  • Indulge yourself in some thrill and entertainment by booking a trip such as this one
  • The trip allows most of the participants, except those with certain walking disability or those who require a wheelchair to travel
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Chicago Haunted Halloween Segway Tour

clock 2 hours
  • Learn about Chicago’s haunted past and see its mysterious sights as you glide through the city on a Segway at night! Venture through the dark with your local guide, and see alleys, hotels and sites of some of the most gruesome disasters and murders in Chicago’s history. During your spooky adventure through the city, you’ll also see Chicago's...Read more
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2-Hour Chicago City Lights Evening Segway Tour

clock 2 hours
  • See Chi-Town in a brand new light by night on this City Lights Segway Tour. There’s nothing quite like spending a summer evening along the  Lakefront trail on this illuminated night tour.. Glide to luminous Soldier Field, enjoy the architecture of the Museums, experience Chicago’s breathtaking skyline, and enjoy the dancing 150 water spouts...Read more
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Chicago Architecture Fireworks Cruise

clock 1 hour 30 minutes
  • On Wednesday and Saturday evenings in the summer, take a dramatic, 90-minute night-time cruise and get a glittering view of Chicago's iconic skyscrapers. Your evening ends with an up-close view of Navy Pier's spectacular fireworks display from either Lake Michigan or the mouth of the Chicago...Read more
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Private Haunted History of Chicago Ghost Tour

clock 3 hours
  • Up for more of a spooky perspective of the Windy City? Boy, does it deliver. We have curated a unique and underground ghost tour, providing you with the rare opportunity to visit many of Chicago’s notable haunted locations. 
    • Murder Castle: the hotel designed specifically for murdering people in the late 1800s by America’s first mass...Read more
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Chicago Elopement with City Landmark Photoshoot & Private Driver

clock 2 to 3 hours
  • Chicago Elopement Package! What a way to say, "I Do." Chicago is a city full of great architecture and beautiful waterways, which make the best wedding photo backdrops. Your wedding coordinator will walk you through the paperwork process and help you pick a location in one of our city's most picturesque parks (if you want an indoor location, this...Read more
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Chicago Architecture River Cruise

clock 1 hour
  • Experience one of the world’s most beautiful cities on a cruise down the historic Chicago River. On this architecture cruise, head down the main branch of the Chicago River, up the north branch to the East Bank Club, and then south past Willis Tower (Sears Tower) to the old Post Office Building. Take in magnificent city skyline views as you see...Read more
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Chicago Walking Tour: The Magnificent Mile

clock 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Discover how a dirt road known as Pine Street transformed into a "Paris on the Prairie" and later into the Magnificent Mile, the city’s premier shopping district. Hear the secrets and stories behind the striking buildings on North Michigan Avenue that have become architectural icons.

    Developed over the past 100 years, the street includes...Read more
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