THE 10 BEST Illinois Tours for 2022 (with Prices)

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egarber27
Isle of Palms, SC2 contributions
Review of: Chicago Architecture River Cruise
The absolute best
This is the best tour I have ever done in any city in the world. I rate it higher than a cruise around Manhattan and a van drive in the Austrian Alps. We did it once a few years ago. The next year when we drove into Chicago one person in our group had not been with us and we were more than excited to do it again with two kids under the age of 10. Absolutely incredible!!
Written 5 July 2022
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Chuck P
26 contributions
Review of: 90-Minute Chicago River Architecture Tour
Great view in a boat, down by the river!
Great narration by a actual guide, not pre recorded so there could be no interaction. Magnificent views of the great Chicago skyline. Truly breath taking.
Written 5 July 2022
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Chris F
Blacklick, OH1 contribution
Review of: Chicago Lake and River Architecture Tour
Take the tour, it was good.
Architure tour on the river cruise and trip through the lock onto Lake Michigan was fun and informative. Tour guide kept the crowd engaged even though with river traffic and short delays at the lock made us about a half hour late. Since it was July 4th weekend, they expected delays and they conscientiously warned us before we left giving people an opportunity to leave if they needed to.
Great information about the City and the buildings and now I want to learn more about the architecture and I'm considering a land-based architecture tour the next time I'm in Chicago.
Written 3 July 2022
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abdanna
Los Angeles4 contributions
Review of: Gangsters and Ghosts Tour in Chicago
Great tour of the city and exciting stories and history that surround it!
Loved this tour! Our guide Andre was great, entertaining and knowledgeable! You could see his enthusiasm for the history surrounding Chicago, very informative and fun. Loved walking around Chicago and being shown the exciting spots with some interesting stories attached to it. Would highly recommend this tour, definitely one of the highlights of our trip!!
Written 5 July 2022
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Jason P
San Francisco, CA1 contribution
Review of: Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady
As good as it gets
A must-do Chicago activity. The best view of the city’s astounding architecture is from the river. A very comprehensive tour, with just enough history without being overbearing - the Chicago Architecture Center’s cruise is the one to take. Dick, our well-spoken, knowledgeable docent was great. Very impressive. Worth every dollar.
Written 6 July 2022
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Michelle P
Connecticut62 contributions
Review of: Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Big Bus Windy City
Tay was a fun and energetic tour guide and we loved her big bus narration. Our first guide was also excellent, I’ll upload a pic if possible cause I forgot his name. The Loop is LONG and seems to take forever to finish but ah, the views.
Written 5 July 2022
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Chuck P
26 contributions
Review of: Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food & Walking Tour
Take a big bite out of the second city
Truly amazing experience to explore the world famous Chicago restaurant scene. More than just a tour, our tour guide Anna made it a community building experience. A Chicago school teacher, Anna used those skills to have an ice breaker at the first stop, sitting around the family style table we all introduced ourselves and what food we didn't like, this bonded the group into interacting and talking threw our the tour. The tour itself is great for tasting full portions at iconic foodie locations around Chicago, skipping lines by following a careful route with reservations holding the table for us. Then between stops, a nice walk with Chicago history, architecture and lore shared. Absolute slam dunk of a perfect 3 hours about the second city food scene!
Written 5 July 2022
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Kaushik
1 contribution
Review of: Chicago Sunset Cruise
Great experience.
The clear sky. Friendly host. Clean boat. Great experience. Please check weather before booking the trip.
Written 4 July 2022
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amwal72
Brooklyn, NY4 contributions
Review of: Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Great for locals too!
Katie was an excellent tour guide as we learned so much of the crime and mob history of the Windy City. We would recommend this for couples, friends and groups 18+. We had a lot of fun. Just make sure to use the restroom before boarding. We had breakfast at Wild Berry across the street before our tour and it was a great combo. Thank you Katie and Ron!
Written 5 July 2022
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marleneg199
Eden, NY1 contribution
Review of: Lake Michigan Sightseeing Cruise
Interesting tour
Nice sightseeing adventure. Gave us a short history lesson. The boat ride was smooth. Easy boarding and unboarding. There were many sights to see.
Written 3 July 2022
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Mary S
2 contributions
Review of: Best of Chicago Tour
family trip
The boat tour on the Chicago River. Was the 4th of July weekend and traffic was terrible. We started late and it just kept getting later. Did not get back to the hotel until 8:45. Tour started at 2:30.
Written 5 July 2022
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Alex B
Perrysburg, OH1 contribution
Review of: Chicago CityPASS
Great experience using City Pass in Chicago
Excellent city pass in Chicago .. I strongly recommend it . When you use it ,, you save time and money .
Written 5 July 2022
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Florence D
Chicago, IL1 contribution
Review of: Skyline Tour Aboard 148 Ft. Schooner Windy - Chicago's Official Tall Ship
beautiful sail!!
The view is spectacular! The crew members are exceptionally good! We enjoyed the trip so much, we will definitely come back!
Written 4 July 2022
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lyndsie
New Bedford, MA3 contributions
Review of: Chicago in a Day: Food, History and Architecture Walking Tour
Amazing experience of Chicago
John was so informative and very passionate about all he had to offer about the city of Chicago! Got to see really great places and will defiantly be visiting this beautiful city again! Must see tour!
Written 30 June 2022
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Ali P
Orange County, CA1 contribution
Review of: Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour
Lovely flight
Had an amazing experience touring Chicago with Pilot Sarah. She was very professional while creating a comfortable and welcoming environment. The flight was smooth and the views were unbeatable. A must have experience!
Written 3 July 2022
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