BOBBY’S BIKE HIKE THINGS TO DO Things To Do THINGS TO DO AMUSEMENT/WATER PARKS LEGOLAND® Discovery Center 601 N. Martingale Rd., Schaumburg, 60173 847-592-9700 kristina.pucci@merlinentertainments.biz legolanddiscoverycenter.com Chicago Detours PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE 312-350-1131 info@chicagodetours.com chicagodetours.com Macy’s on State Street 111 N. State St., 60602 312-781-1000 visitmacys.chicago@macys.com visitmacyschicago.com DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Macy’s on State Street offers a Historical Store Tour and Holiday Traditions Tour (Nov.–Jan.) as well as fun and informative private group programs. ATTRACTIONS 360 CHICAGO (formerly John Hancock Observatory) 875 N. Michigan Ave., 94th Floor, 60611 888-875-8439 info@360chicago.com 360chicago.com DOWNTOWN / MAGNIFICENT MILE Enjoy the best views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan, 1,000 ft. above The Magnificent Mile. ONLINE ONLY – Fun and dynamic walking and bus tours of the blues, historic bars, the Pedway and interior architecture. Stories and places locals don’t even know. NORTHWEST SUBURBS – Enjoy 30,000 square feet of LEGO® themed excitement, including two rides, 4D cinema, LEGO exhibits, tours, workshops, build areas, cafe, retail shop and more! Chicago Greeter 77 E. Randolph St., 60603 312-945-4231 chgogreeter@choosechicago.com chicagogreeter.com Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline 112 E. Wacker Dr. on Chicago’s Riverwalk, 60601 312-332-1353 contactus@mercurycruises.com mercurycruises.com DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Don’t miss Mercury’s Urban Adventure Cruise; a complete city tour of Chicago’s river and Lake Michigan downtown harbor. Complete with live narration. Art Institute of Chicago 111 S. Michigan Ave., 60603 312-443-3600 ngainer@artic.edu artinstituteofchicago.org DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Voted No. 1 museum in the world by TripAdvisor! The greatest collection of Impressionist painting outside of Paris. Kids under 14 free. Navy Pier 600 E. Grand Ave., 60611 312-595-5300 npwebinfo@navypier.com navypier.com/events DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Local Greeter volunteers impart their love of Chicago to visitors on free guided walking tours. Visit their website for more details. Chicago Line Cruises Ogden Slip, 465 N. McClurg Ct., 60611 312-527-2002 info@chicagoline.com chicagoline.com DOWNTOWN / STREETERVILLE Unique mixed-use venue, a great choice for social events, corporate meetings and mid-size tradeshows; hosts special events for up to 15,000 guests. My Kind of Town Destination Management, Inc. CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION 312-955-0531 alice-mkot@sbcglobal.net mykindoftown.net DOWNTOWN / MAGNIFICENT MILE Over 35 years of custom leisure, incentive and student group travel. Half-day highlights to multi-day tours: city’s best guides, hotels, tickets, buses. Bobby’s Bike Hike -Quality Tours, Rentals, & Urban Adventures 540 N. Lake Shore Dr., 60611 312-245-9300 contactus@bobbysbikehike.com bobbysbikehike.com DOWNTOWN / STREETERVILLE Award-winning guided bicycle, walking and food tours for a variety of interests/ skill levels. Voted Chicago’s top-rated City Tour. Bikes/helmet provided. DOWNTOWN / STREETERVILLE Tour Chicago’s renowned architecture aboard one of three vessels traversing the Chicago River or experience Chicago’s history on a lake or river cruise. ARCHITECTURAL/CULTURAL TOURS Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours 238 E. Monroe, 60603 312-552-5100 info@absolutelychicagosegway.com chicagosegways.com Chicago’s First Lady Cruises 112 E. Wacker Dr. on Chicago’s Riverwalk, 60601 847-358-1330 chartersales@cruisechicago.com cruisechicago.com My Kind of Town Tours & Events 2100 Linden Ave., Highland Park, 60035 847-432-7003 tourtimeinc@att.net mykindoftowntours.org NORTH SUBURB – Chicago to Milwaukee areas. Customized, narrated tours: landmarks, parks, rich and famous, architecture, food, ethnic neighborhoods. Receptive operator. Chicago CityPASS Purchase from participating attractions 208-787-4300, 888-330-5008 info@citypass.com citypass.com/chicago DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Provide your meeting attendees with VIP access 53% savings to Chicago’s 5 top attractions, plus earn commission. Ask CityPASS about affiliate sales. DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Make your client’s next event memorable, informative and exciting on a Segway tour. We specialize in group tours, spousal events and team building. DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Cruise aboard Chicago’s finest fleet. Choose the Official Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise by day or a customized private party by night. Chicago Architecture Foundation 224 S. Michigan Ave., 60604 312-922-3432 info@architecture.org architecture.org Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio 951 Chicago Ave., Oak Park, 60302 312-994-4000 tours@flwright.org flwright.org Chicago Sports Museum 835 N. Michigan Ave., Level 7, Water Tower Place, 60611 312-202-0500 holycow@harrycarays.com chicagosportsmuseum.com DOWNTOWN / MAGNIFICENT MILE Interactive museum features a unique collection of sports memorabilia and engages visitors to test their athletic prowess against Chicago legends. Shoreline Sightseeing Company Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., 60611 312-222-9328 info@shorelinesightseeing.com shorelinesightseeing.com DOWNTOWN / STREETERVILLE Guided architecture river tours, classic lake tours, firework tours, brew cruises and special events! Apr.–Nov. group rates. Schedule on website. DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Over 85 architecture tours offered — including the CAF River Cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady Cruises. Free exhibitions and programs all year. WEST SUBURBS – This complex served as Wright’s private residence, studio and architectural laboratory during the first 20 years of his career, from 1889 to 1909. Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington St., 60602 312-744-3316 culture@ci.chi.il.us chicagoculturalcenter.org, cityofchicago.org/dcase Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House 5757 S. Woodlawn Ave., 60637 312-994-4000 info@flwright.org flwright.org Wendella Sightseeing Boats 400 N. Michigan Ave., 60611 312-337-1446 tours@wendellaboats.com wendellaboats.com DOWNTOWN / MAGNIFICENT MILE Chicago’s Original Architecture Tour. All Wendella tours feature a live narration highlighting Chicago’s rich history and world-class architecture. DuSable Museum of African American History 740 E. 56th Pl., 60637 773-947-0600 info@dusablemuseum.org dusablemuseum.org CITY SOUTH / HYDE PARK – DuSable Museum shares a unique cultural environment of African-American history through thought-provoking exhibits, programs and celebrations. ©CLAYTON HAUCK DOWNTOWN / LOOP – Gaze at the world’s largest Tiffany stained-glass dome and beautifully ornate multi-colored mosaics, marble and molding during guided architectural tours. CITY SOUTH / HYDE PARK – One of Wright’s greatest buildings. Guided interior tours and neighborhood walking tours offered Thurs.–Mon., 11am–3pm. Distinctive rental space. choosechicago.com/meeting-professionals :: 127
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