Things to do on Good Friday in Illinois (Updated 2026)
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Lakefront Segway Tour in Chicago
Segways are amazingly fun, and Chicago's lakefront, parks, and skyline are absolutely gorgeous! Add our smart, entertaining tour guides to the mix, and you have...
$70
Let our expert local guides share their passion with you for The Art Institute of Chicago on this private 2 hour tour. As you traverse...
$80
Kayak under towering saint peters sandstone bluffs, see Bald Eagles, great american white pelicans, lotus flowers and more...
$67
Take a detour off the beaten path, and explore the flavors of Chicago’s delicious West Side with Bobbys's Bike Hike & Food Tours, America's longest...
$99
Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. The 40 years between 1890 and 1930 saw the creation of some of...
$35
Explore historic Springfield and hear Lincoln's history and the stories behind the sites connected to Honest Abe. Go at your own pace and schedule. Advantages...
$7
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with a hands-on Tamale cooking class at Su Casa Mexican Restaurant. Guided by experienced chefs, participants will...
$59
Unleash your creativity at the Glow Workshop, a unique art experience where vibrant neon paints glow under blacklight. Guided by talented street art instructors, you’ll...
$40
Want a quick introduction to Chicago’s magnificent architecture? This 90-minute tour takes a comprehensive look at the city’s architectural history by viewing buildings in chronological...
$35
We begin at a local shop synonymous for their quality donuts––Do-Rite Donuts. From there we’ll walk the Randolph corridor, learning about the history of Chicago’s...
$70
On this nostalgic and educational tour, we will lead you on a "Christmas treasure hunt" through downtown Chicago in search of the most stunning and...
$35
See why the Art Institute of Chicago is the only museum in the world to be top-ranked by Cool Shore Excursions five years in a...
$40
Experience the story of Chicago through its skyline on a walking tour that stretches from the city’s 19th-century roots to its most striking modern towers....
$99
Chicago Fire TV Show Set Tour
Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the hit NBC drama Chicago Fire TV Show Set Tour. Visit the actual filming locations where the show comes...
$315
No visit to Navy Pier is complete without a ride on the Centennial Wheel, Navy Pier's iconic, 200-foot-tall Ferris wheel, promising unparalleled views of Lake...
$24
Taste some of Chicago's most iconic foods while walking through one of the Prohibition Era’s most fashionable and notorious neighborhoods. Learn about Chicago's world-famous cuisine...
$80
River North Food Walking Tour
On our 3 hour food walking tour of Chicago, you will taste delectable foods from 5 different delicious places. Tease your tastebuds as you savor...
$89
Chicago is home to some of the world’s earliest skyscrapers. Get an up-close look at these 19th Century marvels, learn about innovations used to build...
$35
Chicago’s Loop is home to some of the city’s most perfectly preserved Art Deco architecture designed during the Roaring 20s. See 7 stunning Art Deco...
$45
Chicago Haunts and Hooligans Tour
Nightly Spirits’ Haunts and Hooligans Tour will illustrate Chicago’s haunted history of secret parlors, underground tunnels, murderous movie theaters and supernatural speakeasies. Whether you’re a...
$35
