Top things to do in Illinois in Summer (Updated November 2026)

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Magnificent Mile Scavenger Hunt: Chicago Walking Tour and Game

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the historic streets of Chicago! Explore the beautiful Magnificent Mile. Stroll the happening riverwalk See the historic sights …More

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the historic streets of Chicago! Explore the beautiful Magnificent Mile. Stroll the happening riverwalk See the historic sights...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Chicago Scav Hunt - An App-Guided Adventure

Take your shot at completing this Chicago Scavenger Hunt around the Loop and River North neighborhoods including the Riverwalk. Complete this solo or build a …More

Take your shot at completing this Chicago Scavenger Hunt around the Loop and River North neighborhoods including the Riverwalk. Complete this solo or build a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Hanfu Chinese Traditional Costume Try on

Discover the elegance and beauty of Hanfu, the traditional 
clothing of ancient China, in this one-of-a-kind cultural experience here at our Chinatown Visitor Center! Step …More

Discover the elegance and beauty of Hanfu, the traditional 
clothing of ancient China, in this one-of-a-kind cultural experience here at our Chinatown Visitor Center! Step...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$20
Skyline Lakefront and Millennium Park Chicago Private Day Tour

Explore Chicago’s iconic landmarks and scenic lakefront on a private, fully personalized city tour. Travel in comfort with your English-speaking driver, who shares local stories, …More

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Explore Chicago’s iconic landmarks and scenic lakefront on a private, fully personalized city tour. Travel in comfort with your English-speaking driver, who shares local stories,...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Chicago Photo Capture Your Adventure Walking Tour

Discover Chicago's iconic sights on this guided walking tour that highlights five scenic photo spots. With a local guide, enjoy stunning skyline views and learn …More

Discover Chicago's iconic sights on this guided walking tour that highlights five scenic photo spots. With a local guide, enjoy stunning skyline views and learn...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour

Escape into Chicago's underworld on a crime and mob tour with stops on-and-off the luxury, climate-controlled bus. Explore historic crime scenes with great photo opportunities. …More

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Escape into Chicago's underworld on a crime and mob tour with stops on-and-off the luxury, climate-controlled bus. Explore historic crime scenes with great photo opportunities....

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise in Chicago

The Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise departs near the DuSable (Michigan Avenue) Bridge on Wendella's world class tour boats. The Cruise will navigate from the Chicago …More

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The Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise departs near the DuSable (Michigan Avenue) Bridge on Wendella's world class tour boats. The Cruise will navigate from the Chicago...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$45
Lake Michigan Skyline Cruise in Chicago

Embark on an unforgettable journey along Lake Michigan and marvel at Chicago's iconic lakefront sights and attractions. Cruise along Lake Michigan and enjoy stunning views …More

Embark on an unforgettable journey along Lake Michigan and marvel at Chicago's iconic lakefront sights and attractions. Cruise along Lake Michigan and enjoy stunning views...

30 to 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise

Glide along the Chicago River and Lakefront as you're dazzled by the sparkle of the city at night! Enjoy breathtaking views of the dramatic skyscrapers …More

Glide along the Chicago River and Lakefront as you're dazzled by the sparkle of the city at night! Enjoy breathtaking views of the dramatic skyscrapers...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Chicago's Original Gangster Tour by Bus

Our guides present an accurate account of the activities in Chicago during the 1920's and 1930's (Prohibition Era). You will hear about the exploits of …More

Our guides present an accurate account of the activities in Chicago during the 1920's and 1930's (Prohibition Era). You will hear about the exploits of...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$48
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 …More

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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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$70
Lake Michigan Fireworks Cruise in Chicago

No city embraces summer quite like Chicago. Join in the celebration with friends and family on this epic fireworks cruise. Get up-close and personal every …More

No city embraces summer quite like Chicago. Join in the celebration with friends and family on this epic fireworks cruise. Get up-close and personal every...

2 to 3 hours
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$60
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 …More

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...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Admission

Housed in the only remaining building from the 1893 World's Fair, Griffin MSI is a Chicago must-see. When visiting the largest science museum in the …More

Housed in the only remaining building from the 1893 World's Fair, Griffin MSI is a Chicago must-see. When visiting the largest science museum in the...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$26
Field Museum of Natural History Early Access Ticket

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 …More

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...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$73
Chicago Tour South Side

The Blue-Collar side of Chicago many call it! This tour will show The Ford Factory, home of the steel mills, the blue-collar neighborhoods and many …More

The Blue-Collar side of Chicago many call it! This tour will show The Ford Factory, home of the steel mills, the blue-collar neighborhoods and many...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$125
Chicago Architecture River Tour & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

Save 20% when you bundle these two iconic Chicago experiences! Discover Chicago by road and river with a 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Ticket and Shoreline Architecture …More

Save 20% when you bundle these two iconic Chicago experiences! Discover Chicago by road and river with a 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Ticket and Shoreline Architecture...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Wind and Souls an Adults Only Ghost Tour in Chicago

Leave the little ones at home and step into the shadows for a spine-chilling evening designed exclusively for adults. Not all spirits in Chicago are …More

Leave the little ones at home and step into the shadows for a spine-chilling evening designed exclusively for adults. Not all spirits in Chicago are...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Chicago River Spectacular Fireworks Show and Tiki Bar Cruise

Fireworks Cruise Aboard Island Time – See the Sparks Fly the Island Party Way! Experience Chicago’s dazzling fireworks like never before—from the deck of our …More

Fireworks Cruise Aboard Island Time – See the Sparks Fly the Island Party Way! Experience Chicago’s dazzling fireworks like never before—from the deck of our...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$54
Roundtrip Shuttle to South Side and Obama Presidential Center

Discover more of Chicago beyond downtown with this convenient South Side open-top shuttle transfer. Travel from central Chicago to some of the city’s most important …More

Discover more of Chicago beyond downtown with this convenient South Side open-top shuttle transfer. Travel from central Chicago to some of the city’s most important...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$10
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