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Chicago: Riverwalk Self-Guided Walking Tour

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Chicago: Riverwalk Self-Guided Walking Tour

Explore Chicago’s scenic Riverwalk on a self-guided tour. Admire some of Chicago’s most beautiful architecture and dive into its fascinating history as you take a leisurely stroll alongside the river.

$11.99

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Chicago: Secret Interiors Architecture Walking Tour

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Chicago: Secret Interiors Architecture Walking Tour

Discover the hidden interiors of Chicago's most iconic buildings on a guided architecture tour. Explore the Rookery, Chicago Cultural Center, Marquette Building, and Chicago Board of Trade Building.

$29.00

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Chicago: 360 Chicago Observation Deck Fast Pass Ticket

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Chicago: 360 Chicago Observation Deck Fast Pass Ticket

Enjoy fast-track access to the 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck, sitting 1,000 feet over Chicago’s legendary Michigan Avenue. Take in panoramic views of this vibrant city from a privileged location.

$55.00

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Chicago: Art Deco Skyscrapers Walking Tour

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Chicago: Art Deco Skyscrapers Walking Tour

Art Deco's lavish materials and geometric ornament epitomized the prosperity and optimism of the Roaring 20s. Learn the history and characteristics of this modern decorative style while touring some of the city's most beautiful skyscrapers.

$30.00

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Chicago: Architecture River Cruise & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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Chicago: Architecture River Cruise & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Experience the best of Chicago's history and culture with a combination of a live-guided 75-minute architecture river cruise and a 2-day hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by open-top bus.

$95.00

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Chicago: Prohibition Speakeasies Bus Tour or Walking Tour

47 Reviews

Chicago: Prohibition Speakeasies Bus Tour or Walking Tour

Learn about the stories of gangsters, politicians, and more in the spaces where it happened on a bus or walking tour. Visit the speakeasies that made the famous, infamous.

$47.70

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Chicago: Field Museum Ticket & In-App Audio Tour (ENG)

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Chicago: Field Museum Ticket & In-App Audio Tour (ENG)

Discover the world-renowned nature and culture exhibits at your own pace guided by an in-app audio tour on your phone, which includes an entrance ticket.

$50.71

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Chicago: Explorer Pass with Choice of 2-7 Attractions

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Chicago: Explorer Pass with Choice of 2-7 Attractions

Save up to 50%* on admission to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 Chicago attraction including 360 Chicago, Architecture River Cruise, Skydeck Chicago, and much more.

$84.00

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Chicago Architecture Experience by Train

8 Reviews

Chicago Architecture Experience by Train

Chicago is defined by its wild architecture, staples such as its famous deep dish pizza, and “The Bean” of Millennium Park. But how do you get from one attraction to another with ease?The Chicago “L”!

$49.00

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Chicago: Elevated Architecture Walking Tour

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Chicago: Elevated Architecture Walking Tour

Learn the history behind Chicago's famous elevated rail system and admire the city’s architecture on this guided walking tour. See the galleries at the Chicago Architecture Center and ride the “L.”

$36.00

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Chicago: Streeterville, Lakefront Trail & Magnificent Mile

Discover the best of Chicago on a self-guided audio tour. Explore the city's most famous landmarks, including the Magnificent Mile, the John Hancock Center, and the Lakefront Trail.

$8.99

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Chicago District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Chicago District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Breeze through the captivating art and architecture in the iconic Windy City on this self-guided audio tour. Experience the magic of GPS-playback on this immersive stroll through Chicago.

$11.99

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