TOURS & ATTRACTIONS KEY Chicago Beer Experience Purchase tickets online 312-818-2172 chicagobeerexperience.com See and learn about Chicago neighborhoods on our beer tours. We combine Chicago history with a variety of beer tastings, including local microbrews. S Chicago Helicopter Experience Bridgeport 2420 S. Halsted St. 855-414-8687 chetours.com Helicopter skyline tour gives you the most unique perspective of Chicago’s lakefront and landmarks. F Chicago History Museum Lincoln Park 1601 N. Clark St. 312-642-4600 chicagohistory.org Come explore Chicago. Groups receive discounted rates for museum tours or walking and boat tours. Hear stories and see legends with trained guides. A F The Chicago Tour Company Visit us online 773-930-3710 chicagotourco.com Whether you’re looking for a general overview of the Windy City or a more focused themed itinerary, we can create the perfect Chicago tour for you. Chicago’s First Lady Cruises Loop 112 E. Wacker Dr. 847-358-1330 cruisechicago.com Get the real story of Chicago’s rich architectural history aboard the Official Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise. Daily departures Apr–Nov. A F S History On Tap Purchase tickets online 773-456-2529 tavernhistory.com History On Tap offers custom guided tours and engaging talks that explore Chicago’s delicious history and culture through the lens of alcohol. Macy’s State Street Loop 111 N. State St. 312-781-1000 visitmacyschicago.com Macy’s State Street has a variety of historical tours, group programs, and meal options to combine with the always popular activity: shopping! A F Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline Loop 112 E. Wacker Dr. 312-332-1353 mercurycruises.com Don’t miss Mercury’s Urban Adventure Cruise, a complete city tour of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan’s downtown harbor. Our guides make the difference. F S Mystic Blue Cruises Streeterville Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 888-957-2634 mysticbluecruises.com/chicago Mystic Blue is the most energetic, fun dining cruise in Chicago, with tasty food and drinks, great entertainment, and incredible views. Private spaces available. A F Nightly Spirits Purchase tickets online 844-678-8687 nightlyspirits.com Experience a haunting mixture of ghostly sights and pub crawling on this walking tour of Chicago. Enjoy spirits more than one way! Odyssey Lake Michigan Streeterville Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 888-957-2634 odysseycruises.com/chicago The most elegant, unique way to experience Chicago. Three-course plated dining, entertainment, outstanding service, and stunning views, all for one price. A F Seadog Cruises Streeterville Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 888-345-3880 seadogcruises.com/chicago Chicago’s favorite dog! Offering exciting river and lake architecture tours and excursions from Apr– Oct. Seadog is also available for group events. F S Shoreline Sightseeing Company Streeterville Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 312-222-9328 shorelinesightseeing.com Explore your Chicago. Guided 75-minute Architecture River Tours, Classic Lake Tours, Firework Tours, Water Taxis, and more. Daily schedule on website. F S Spirit of Chicago Streeterville Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 888-957-2634 spiritcruises.com/chicago A Chicago experience like nothing on land. Incredible views, delicious dining, and great entertainment, all for an affordable price on Spirit of Chicago. A F Tuk Tuk Chicago Visit us online 312-836-9253 tuktuk-chicago.com Offering 100% electric, three-wheeled, short-distance transportation to and from events, hotels, restaurants, and local attractions. Charters and tours available. Vertiport Chicago Little Italy/University Village 1339 S. Wood St. 312-995-6100, 877-902-9292 vertiportviptours.com Kiss the sky and skim the beautiful skyline of Chicago’s iconic landmarks from a private or shared tour helicopter. Operated by Rotor Zen. F Wendella Tours & Cruises Magnificent Mile 400 N. Michigan Ave. 312-337-1446 wendellaboats.com Chicago’s original narrated boat tours since 1935. Wendella tours feature live narration highlighting Chicago’s history and world-class architecture. A F S A =ADA Compliant F =Family Friendly S =Seasonal Underground Donut Tour Purchase tickets online 844-366-8848 undergrounddonuttour.com Visit four of the best donut shops in Chicago during a delicious two-hour, two-mile walking tour. Bring your appetite! Custom and private tours available. VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER HISTORIC SITES/ ARCHITECTURE Pullman National Monument Pullman 11141 S. Cottage Grove Ave. 773-264-7431 nps.gov/pull/index.htm A model industrial town from the 1880s built for workers of the sleeping train cars and notable for its role in American labor and civil rights. Bloomingdale’s Magnificent Mile 900 North Michigan Shops, 900 N. Michigan Ave. 312-440-4596 bloomingdales.com Out-of-town customers may stop by our third-floor Visitors Center for store and city information, as well as savings and a gift with purchase. A F Bronzeville Visitor Information Center Bronzeville 411 E. 35th St. 773-819-2055 bviconline.info Showcases cultural and special interest tours; the Black Metropolis Historic District; the arts, including a public art walkway and gallery exhibits; an online research archive; and a gift shop. Macy’s State Street Visitor Information Center Loop 111 N. State St., Ground Fl. choosechicago.com Free brochures, maps, and concierge services are available from our team of City Concierges to help navigate the city and plan your stay in Chicago. PUBLIC ART Daley Civic Center Loop 50 W. Washington St. 312-603-7980 thedaleycenter.com The Picasso sculpture features Under the Picasso events. A F SPECIAL INTEREST TOURS A Tastebud Food Tour Purchase tickets online 219-929-6648 tastebudtours.com Ranked one of the top tours by TripAdvisor. Unforgettable and award-winning deep-dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dog, and Italian beef tours, and more. F Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours Loop 238 E. Monroe St. 312-552-5100 chicagosegways.com Get fantastic views of famous attractions by exploring Chicago day or night with friendly tour guides on this eight-mile glide aboard a Segway. F American Writers Museum Loop 180 N. Michigan Ave. 312-374-8790 americanwritersmuseum.org This new cultural gem features innovative and dynamic state-of-the-art exhibitions. Named Illinois’ best attraction by USA Today . A F Bobby’s Bike Hike Chicago – Bike, Walking, Food Tours & Rentals Streeterville 540 N. Lake Shore Dr. 312-245-9300 bobbysbikehike.com Award-winning guided bicycle, walking, and food tours for a variety of interests and skill levels. Voted Chicago’s top-rated city tour. Bikes and helmets provided. A F ZOOS Brookfield Zoo/Chicago Zoological Society Southwest Suburbs 31st St. and First Ave., Brookfield 708-688-8000 czs.org Brookfield Zoo is open every day, inspiring our guests through extraordinary connections with animals, nature, and each other. A F Lincoln Park Zoo Lincoln Park Cannon Dr. at Fullerton Pkwy. 312-742-2000 lpzoo.org See lions, meerkats, and majestic gorillas just minutes from downtown Chicago. Lincoln Park Zoo is free, open, and amazing every day of the year. A F 60 choosechicago.com
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