Millennium Park 201 E. Randolph Millennium Park was revealed in 2004 and quickly became one of Chicago's favorite parks. Constructed within the borders of Grant Park, this park provides a diverse event calendar with free entertainment year-round. From concerts to exercise classes to festivals, this park pleases millions of locals and tourists each year. Check out our […]
Explore this eastern-most section of the west Loop: start by grabbing a coffee or delicacy from the popular French Market, take in scenic views along the south branch of the Chicago river, see our historic Civic Opera House and hear the fun legend connected to the movie CITIZEN KANE, take photos of a few of Chicago's […]
This is a comparison post sharing some of the top rated Chicago food tours, and providing details about the types of meals you can expect to enjoy, prices, and when the outings are offered. Chicago Classics Chicago Pizza Neighborhood Drinks & Donuts Bikes, Buses, & Barrels Self-Guided Food Tours TIP: Before booking a food tour, […]
The Chicago neighborhood known as Wrigleyville is not only the home of the Chicago Cubs but also a fun and vibrant area filled with many bars, restaurants, sports stores and more! Located about 5 miles north of The Loop, Wrigleyville is part of the central Lakeview neighborhood and is named for historic Wrigley Field which, when […]
Wondering how to spend your Monday night while in the Windy City? There are countless delicious restaurants and bars to choose from, of course, but what about after dinner? Most theatres are dark on Monday nights- meaning the lights are quite literally off and “dark” since there aren’t any shows. Luckily, there are plenty of […]
Bueller…Bueller…Bueller? There have been numerous movies filmed and located here in sweet home Chicago. From Christopher Nolan’s Batman Trilogy to The Untouchables, Chicago’s streets, buildings, and skyline have served as the backdrop to some of Hollywood’s greatest movies. Walk with us as we explore downtown Chicago and point out where some of your favorite […]
This post contains a list of 4 of the best Chicago blues clubs chosen by our walking tour guides. Chicago is considered by many as the blues capital of the world. As the blues evolved and developed, many talented Blues musicians left the south and spent their most influential years in Chicago. Some of those […]
Are you in Chicago and looking where to find a good local pint? Chicago is a great city to enjoy a local micro-brew in one of our fantastic neighborhoods. Many restaurants have enough space to brew their own beer like Berghoff’s, Gino’s East, and Rock Bottom, but if you want to try multiple Chicago Brews, […]
This tour will explore the downtown Theater District and the gorgeous architecture of the old movie palaces and concert venues. There are many other gorgeous theater buildings and incredible theater companies in other areas of Chicago. Be sure to also check out our full selection of self-guided tours of Chicago. ++Tip: If you are looking […]
On our Chicago Holiday Lights Tour you will visit the traditional Chicago Christmas tree, scope out good places for ice skating, and discover a few places to grab an indulgent dessert. The guide will show you one of the oldest con
Biking in Chicago is a great way to experience the city! If you need to rent a bike, check out our post on the best Chicago bike rental companies. Although most of this tour utilizes the bike path, if you find yourself using streets, get a refresher on bike laws here. For only $9.95 you […]
The first Greeks to inhabit Chicago came by ship in the 1840’s. They worked hard to establish themselves once in Chicago and eventually many of them became restaurant owners. This fledgling community was originally concentrated around Harrison, Blue Island and Halsted. Since the majority of this population was Greek, the area quickly became known as […]
Little Italy, sometimes called University Village, is a neighborhood on the Near West side of Chicago, just between the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) campus and the Illinois Medical District. Its Italian-American heritage primarily evident in the Italian-American restaurants of Taylor Street. The neighborhood is home to the National Italian American Sports Hall of […]
Andersonville Self Guided Food Tour Andersonville was primarily home to Swedish immigrants but now, the neighborhood is known for it’s diversity with Swedish roots firmly grounded as the Swedish American Museum is a strong piece of the community. In this food tour, you’ll not only get a taste of authentic Swedish eats but also see […]
Mexican culture runs strong and deep in Chicago and one of the best places to experience Mexican culture and cuisine is with a walk Mexican specialties including tamales, tacos, carnitas, churros, pastries and so much more just on 18th Street.through the Pilsen neighborhood. There are a few options to get here by mass transit, but […]
Chicago’s Chinatown is considered as one of the largest and most vibrant ethnic communities in North America. The densely populated 30-block commercial area of Chinatown, centering at Wentworth and Cermak, is home to over 10,000 residents and approximately 400 businesses and community institutions. In the broader Chinatown community, there resides an estimated 27,000 Chinese Americans […]
