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Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Illinois (Updated 2026)

Illinois, USA
Galena Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of Historic Downtown

Walk through Galena, an unusually intact nineteenth-century town carved into a steep river valley, with a self-guided audio tour that plays automatically as you go. …More

Walk through Galena, an unusually intact nineteenth-century town carved into a steep river valley, with a self-guided audio tour that plays automatically as you go....

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
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$10
Chicago Architecture, History and Culture Loop Walking Tour

Explore Chicago’s historic Loop through the prism of its architecture. This three-hour trek will cover defining moments from 350 years of Chicago’s history, including the …More

Explore Chicago’s historic Loop through the prism of its architecture. This three-hour trek will cover defining moments from 350 years of Chicago’s history, including the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$50
Golden Hour Motorized Paddleboard Tours w/ Mobile DJ

One of a kind experience you can only find in Chicago. Motorized paddle boards take the stress out of paddling. LED-lights make the boards illuminate …More

One of a kind experience you can only find in Chicago. Motorized paddle boards take the stress out of paddling. LED-lights make the boards illuminate...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$105
Create A Custom Fragrance at Chicago’s Original Perfumery

You’ll be creating a unique fragrance that is true to you! We save it on file so you can order refills (at a discounted rate …More

You’ll be creating a unique fragrance that is true to you! We save it on file so you can order refills (at a discounted rate...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
Electric Bike Tours in Lincoln Park

Discover the streets of Lincoln Park, Chicago, and the Magnificent Lake Front on a high-quality electric bike rental from E-Z Rider Bike Shop. Our e-bikes …More

Discover the streets of Lincoln Park, Chicago, and the Magnificent Lake Front on a high-quality electric bike rental from E-Z Rider Bike Shop. Our e-bikes...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$85
Royal Limo Services - Chicago Executive Limo Service

Chauffeurs are knowledgeable and professional, always on time, and well dressed. Chauffeurs are highly trained that safety is our number one priority. We also make …More

Chauffeurs are knowledgeable and professional, always on time, and well dressed. Chauffeurs are highly trained that safety is our number one priority. We also make...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$180
Curbside Sedan Transportation from O'Hare or Midway Airport to Downtown Chicago

Safety is our main focus! All our chauffeurs are licensed and our vehicles are regularly maintained. You will feel safe with us! …More

Safety is our main focus! All our chauffeurs are licensed and our vehicles are regularly maintained. You will feel safe with us!...

30 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$159
Downtown Chicago City Tour In a Lamborghini[60 Minute Experience]

Experience Chicago in unparalleled style with a 10-mile cruise through the city in a luxury or exotic vehicle. Glide through iconic streets, turning heads at …More

Experience Chicago in unparalleled style with a 10-mile cruise through the city in a luxury or exotic vehicle. Glide through iconic streets, turning heads at...

45 to 60 minutes
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$99
Iconic Action Film and Movie Locations 1 Day Tour in Chicago

From the Gotham chaos in The Dark Knight to the explosive battles of Transformers, Chicago’s skyline has played a starring role in countless blockbusters. On …More

From the Gotham chaos in The Dark Knight to the explosive battles of Transformers, Chicago’s skyline has played a starring role in countless blockbusters. On...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$158
Prohibition Chicago: Myth vs. Reality Walking Tour

More than 100 years later, stories of Prohibition-era Chicago still capture the public’s imagination. But the portrayal of that era in popular culture isn't always …More

More than 100 years later, stories of Prohibition-era Chicago still capture the public’s imagination. But the portrayal of that era in popular culture isn't always...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Chinatown Food Tour

Experience the authentic flavors of Chinatown on a 3-hour guided food tour curated by Chicago Tribune Good Eating Award winner Z.J. Tong. As you explore …More

Experience the authentic flavors of Chinatown on a 3-hour guided food tour curated by Chicago Tribune Good Eating Award winner Z.J. Tong. As you explore...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$98
Private History and Architecture of Chicago Loop Walking Tour

This is a private walking tour with your group and expert tour guide Dave Lineal. Different tour start times available upon request. I am happy …More

This is a private walking tour with your group and expert tour guide Dave Lineal. Different tour start times available upon request. I am happy...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$180
Chicago's Gold Coast Hidden History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Where did Chicago’s millionaires live, love and misbehave? Walk the Gold Coast with historian Amy Bizzarri, author of 111 Places in Chicago That You Must …More

Where did Chicago’s millionaires live, love and misbehave? Walk the Gold Coast with historian Amy Bizzarri, author of 111 Places in Chicago That You Must...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$9
Private Photography Session with Local Photographer in Chicago

Flytographer Private Vacation Photo Shoot Connect with a local hand-picked professional photographer in Chicago and capture your most memorable moments during this private photo shoot. …More

Flytographer Private Vacation Photo Shoot Connect with a local hand-picked professional photographer in Chicago and capture your most memorable moments during this private photo shoot....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$325
Chicago 6-Hour City Tour by Sedan

Luxury vehicles Professional chauffeurs Updated fleet Licensed chauffeurs Knowledge about navigating in the city …More

Luxury vehicles Professional chauffeurs Updated fleet Licensed chauffeurs Knowledge about navigating in the city...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$960
Chicago, Cloud Gate, Grant Park Full-Day City Tour

Discover Chicago, a vibrant city set along the shores of Lake Michigan, known for its world-class architecture, iconic skyline, and rich cultural scene. As the …More

Discover Chicago, a vibrant city set along the shores of Lake Michigan, known for its world-class architecture, iconic skyline, and rich cultural scene. As the...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$194
Private Cultural Walking Tour in Chicago with Lakefront Landmarks

This private cultural walking tour in Chicago presents the city’s architectural heritage and lakefront legacy. You will begin in Millennium Park, where public art reflects …More

This private cultural walking tour in Chicago presents the city’s architectural heritage and lakefront legacy. You will begin in Millennium Park, where public art reflects...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$349
Chicago Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover Chicago like never before with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm, lingering at fascinating locations or moving swiftly through others as your …More

Discover Chicago like never before with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm, lingering at fascinating locations or moving swiftly through others as your...

3 to 9 hours
4.1 (7)
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$6
Fun Chicago Bike Tour with Pizza, Hot Dogs, Cupcakes and Beer

Take an adventurous half-day journey through the most interesting Chicago neighborhoods with a friendly private guide and see the city from a new perspective riding …More

Take an adventurous half-day journey through the most interesting Chicago neighborhoods with a friendly private guide and see the city from a new perspective riding...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$179
Secrets of Lincoln Square: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest in Chicago

Roam the lively heart of Lincoln Square with its cafés, delis, and other fun and fascinating stores; stand beside the Berlin Wall; take in ghastly …More

Roam the lively heart of Lincoln Square with its cafés, delis, and other fun and fascinating stores; stand beside the Berlin Wall; take in ghastly...

110 to 140 minutes Free Cancellation
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$6
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