There are so many popular cities in the United States, but not Chicago stands out in many ways. Although the city may have a history filled with gangsters and crime, it has produced some of the most prominent individuals in many areas of life, including politics. Besides its rich history, the city is also popular for its delicious food, vibrant lifestyle, and love for sports. All these and more are reasons Chicago is worth visiting, and for those seeking to enjoy an unforgettable visit to this city, here are some unique tours to take.
10 Gangsters And Ghost Tours
Chicago may be one of the most beautiful cities in the country today, but it has a history filled with gangsters, murder, and crime. While this history is better off kept in the dark, it cannot be forgotten, and for those who want to delve deeper into this history, the Gangsters and Ghost Tour is the perfect tour to take. On this tour, one will be taken on a historical adventure that includes a verbal history of the city’s crime scene and a visit to the sites where some famous murders took place decades ago.
- Price: From $35
9 Chicago Architecture River Cruise
The architecture of Chicago is impressive, and a river cruise is a great way to view this magnificent architecture. This cruise takes guests through the Chicago river while presenting them with views of the city’s famous buildings, including the popular Navy Pier, Willis Tower, and Wringly Buildings. The experience lasts for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and is one of the best ways to see the City’s stunning skyline.
- Price: From $46.87
8 Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Chicago is big, but one can explore it easily by joining the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour. On this adventure, one will be taken on a 2 hours ride through the beautiful city of Chicago and stopping at popular attractions such as - Millennium Park, Grant Park, and the Magnificent Mile. The excitement is not just at the various stops on the ride, as the bus also features an open-top from where guests can watch the city as they drive through it.
- Price: From $44.99
7 Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food & Walking Tour
A visit to Chicago is not complete without a taste of the food known to the city, and there’s no better way to explore the food scene of Chicago than taking a food tour. There may be many tours for this experience, but the Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food & Walking Tour offers an experience that cannot be easily matched. On this tour, visitors will be guided on a walk through popular areas in Chicago, where there will be lots of eating and drinking. The experience lasts for 3 hours, and one might have to come hungry to be able to engage in all the eating featured in this adventure.
- Price: From $74.99
6 Chicago In A Day: Food, History And Architecture Walking Tour
Sometimes one might not have all the time to individually explore everything Chicago has to offer. But that does not mean one cannot experience all the city has to offer in a limited time. With the Chicago In a Day: Food, History and Architecture Walking Tour, only less than a day is needed to get a detailed exploration of this city. The tour comes with a long itinerary that aims to offer guests a taste of the city’s most famous food, an exploration of the architecture, and also the history of the city.
- Price: From $104
5 Big Bus Chicago Night Tour
The night scene of Chicago is different and worth experiencing at least once. With the city’s skyscrapers and the streets lit up with beautiful lights, everything will look different, and one way to witness this scenery is by joining the Big Bus Chicago Night Tour. The ride lasts for approximately 75 minutes and takes visitors through famous parts of the city, like the Navy Pier, Museum Campus, and Michigan Avenue. Guests will also get an uninterrupted view of the dazzling architecture from the open-top double-decker bus while getting a detailed history of the city from the live audio commentary.
- Price: From $31.49
4 BYOB Spray Paint ‘n’ Sip at Studio W.I.P Chicago
Street art is fun, and a great way to unlock a person’s creativity which is why BYOB Spray Paint ‘n’ Sip at Studio W.I.P Chicago is worth taking. This tour aims to unlock the creativity of guests by guiding them through the fundamentals of Graffiti and street art. In just a little time at the studio, those on this tour will be able to engage in spray-painting, stenciling, and also design other impressive artworks.
- Price: From $40
3 Field Museum Of Natural History Admission Tickets
The Field Museum of Natural History is one of the top natural history museums in the United States as it features millions of artifacts covering a wide variety of species. This tour offers an admission ticket to this museum, and while inside, one can get up-close looks at Egyptian Mummies, remains of Dinosaurs and Mammoths, as well as materials covering ancient cultures around the world.
- Price: From $27
2 Bikes, Bites, And Brews: Chicago’s Signature Dishes Bike Tour
While one should explore Chicago by foot, bus, or by boat, one more interesting way to see the city is by riding through it on a bike. With the Bikes, Bites, and Brew Tour, one does not just get the opportunity to ride through the city on a bike but also gets to eat the popular food and drink in the city. The ride covers a distance of 13 miles (21 km) in approximately 4 hours and takes guests through famous parts of the city such as - Wrigleyville, Old town, Lincoln Park, and Gold Coast.
- Price: From $89.99
1 Chicago’s Chinatown Food and Walking Tour
Chicago also features a Chinatown that’s just as impressive as those in other cities across the country, and one great way to explore this part of the city is by joining Chicago’s Chinatown Food and Walking Tour. On tour, one will be guided through the Chinese food scene of the Chinatown District. Guests will have the opportunity to sample a wide variety of Chinese dishes at different restaurants and food venues in the district.
- Price: From $74.99