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

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....
$10

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...
$50

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...
$105

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...
$85

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...
$85

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...
$180

Safety is our main focus! All our chauffeurs are licensed and our vehicles are regularly maintained. You will feel safe with us!...
$159
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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...
$99

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...
$158

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...
$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...
$98

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...
$180

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...
$9

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....
$325

Luxury vehicles Professional chauffeurs Updated fleet Licensed chauffeurs Knowledge about navigating in the city...
$960

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...
$194

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...
$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...
$6

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...
$179

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...
$6

