The best family-friendly activities in Illinois for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

In the heart of downtown Chicago, the American Writers Museum celebrates all genres of writing through interactive exhibits and programming. From Twain to Tupac, there's...

The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) was founded in 1966 as the Chicago Architecture Foundation to save the historic Glessner House. Since then, the CAC has...

We are Chicago's only paranormal investigation tour, and Chicago's oldest ghost and hauntings tours, founded by Ursula Bielski, Chicago's 35 year paranormal researcher and investigator....

This unique tour of Chicago will allow for tourist to see most of Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods and city parks. There is no other tour that...

Escape Chicago for a day and experience Milwaukee’s culture, food, and legendary beer scene. This curated day trip includes highlights such as the Harley-Davidson Museum,...

Experience the best Chicago kayak rentals and Chicago SUP & paddleboard rentals from our unbeatable location at Ohio Street Beach, just steps from Navy Pier...

Discover the amazing history and architecture of Chicago with expert tour guide Dave Lineal. Walk among gigantic towers of downtown and learn how Chicago became...

This guided tour is the ideal way to begin exploring the roots of the author's life and work. It is here that Ernest Hemingway was...

Welcome to our one-of-a-kind food tour in historic Galena! Our mission is to let visitors discover Galena's vibrant Main Street while immersing themselves in its...

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...

Your journey begins with a southeast departure from the Vertiport, offering early views of the city’s iconic skyline. Flying east, you’ll head toward the lakefront...

Take to the skies and experience Chicago from an entirely new perspective on this extended helicopter tour showcasing the city’s most iconic landmarks, neighborhoods, and...

There’s nothing more magical than downtown Chicago during the holidays. Bobby’s Bike Hike & Food Tours—internationally recognized for quality—presents the Holiday Hike, a 3-hour guided...

The Loop is the heartbeat of downtown Chicago! It is filled with great architecture, drop-dead gorgeous interiors and fantastic works of art from famous artists....

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local home with host Ruby who comes from a family that is all about communal eating...

Get ready for the most complete adventure the city has to offer—an immersive Full Day Chicago Food Tour and Walking Tour that blends Chicago’s legendary...

Enjoy admission to more than 30 of Chicago's most popular attractions with Go City's All-Inclusive Pass. Go City lets you create your own itinerary and...

Set sail for an unforgettable evening aboard the River Star or Island Time, where the drinks are flowing and the views are unmatched. Enjoy a...

Explore the historic Loop District of Chicago on a private walking tour that delves into the city's architectural legacy. With an expert guide, visit iconic...

Visit the Field Museum like a VIP on this one- hour early access VIP tour. Head inside the Field Museum at 8am before it opens...