Chicago in a Day: Food, History and Architecture Walking Tour | 5 hours

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Chicago in a Day: Food, History and Architecture Walking Tour
2 Adults x $90.85
$181.70
Approx Total
$181.70

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Transportation between tour halves
  • Get a taste for Chicago’s most famous food like Chicago-style hot dog
  • Try Deep dish pizza at a pizza place that’s an icon to Chicago
  • Join professional English-speaking local guide
  • Discover Chicago on 4 Food Stops with 4 Food Samples
  • Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
  • Discover Chicagos’ incredible architecture both old and new
  • Enjoy some classic Chicago-style popcorn
  • Taste a classic Chicago sandwich: Italian beef
  • Gratuity
  • Drinks and additional food

Overview

Ready to discover some of the best Chicago has to offer with a local by your side? Join us on an epic tour of some of the city’s greatest hits: incredible architecture both old and new, delicious local treat and iconic Chicago dishes, a uniquely Chicago transit ride, stunning river views and much more!

Meeting points

The Chicago Theatre (underneath the marquee), 175 N. State Street, Chicago, IL 60601

End point

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A central location in the River North neighborhood near N Clark St & W Ontario St.

Itinerary

  • The Chicago Theatre

    We start our tour under the dazzling marquee of the Chicago Theater (you might recognize from dozens of movies and TV shows) before heading off into the bustling city.

    10 minutes

  • Chicago Pedway

    Weather permitting, we'll head towards the Chicago Pedway. This unique feature of Chicago is used by locals and commuters daily to move about the city in a network of underground tunnels — especially necessary during the Midwest winters

    20 minutes

  • City of Chicago - City Hall (Pass By)

    We will pass by the City Hall-County Building, commonly known as City Hall. that houses the seats of government of the City of Chicago and Cook Count

  • Chicago River

    You’ll enjoy feeling like a local as you walk past buildings and catch even more awesome views. You’ll be seeing the Chicago skyline from a totally different perspective, as well as sharing in the daily commute of local Chicagoans along the main artery of Chicago.

    20 minutes

  • Wrigley Building (Pass By)

    We will pass the Wrigley Building, that it is located on the Magnificent Mile directly across Michigan Avenue from the Tribune Tower. Its two towers in an elaborate style were built between 1920 and 1924 to house the corporate headquarters of the Wrigley Company.

  • Tribune Tower (Pass By)

    We'll pass by Tribune Tower, a 463-foot-tall (141 m), 36-floor neo-Gothic skyscraper located at 435 North Michigan Avenue.

  • Millennium Park (Pass By)

    Next is picturesque Millennium Park, home to the iconic Bean sculpture. Here or nearby, your guide will conclude your tour and point you in the right direction toward more amazing sights, great lunch spots, or a drink recommendation.

  • Cloud Gate (Pass By)

    We will pass by the Cloud Gate sculpture, commonly referred to as “The Bean”. A, a public sculpture that is the centerpiece of Millennium Park

  • River North

    Your food tour starts with a very well-known Chicago fare: the Chicago-style hot dog. Every Chicagoan has his or her own preference as to how the dog should be made, and you’ll get a chance to try your guides’ favorite version. Next up is the world-famous Chicago deep-dish pizza! An entire meal unto itself, this staple of the Chicago food scene originated in River North in the 1940s, when workers and families needed filling dishes at low prices. Your guide will take you to a pizza place that’s an icon to Chicago natives to try the real deal for yourself. After you’ve filled up on pizza and hot dogs, you’ll take a stroll through two more establishments, each one essential to Chicago’s food culture. We’ll then continue our tasting journey with a classic Chicago sandwich: Italian beef. You’ll sample this sandwich in a real Chicago institution — no-frills decor included!

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • Historic Water Tower (Pass By)

    We will pass by the beautiful water tower that was constructed to house a large water pump, intended to draw water from Lake Michigan. Built in 1869, it is the second-oldest water tower in the United States.

  • The Loop (Pass By)

    Stroll through the main streets near the Loop Chicago which offers a wonderful concentration of museums, restaurants, bars and historic landmarks uniquely mixed with modern architecture, shops and art galleries.

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a child-friendly walking tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
  • Please note: food options and portion sizes will vary depending on the season and where we stop that day but the total amount of food included will be equal to a full meal.
  • Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers between 4.8 to 6.4 km (3-4 miles) of walking.
  • We can accommodate vegetarian options but cannot accommodate other food allergies or dietary preferences. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests.
  • Experiences happen rain, shine, or snow. Please dress accordingly.

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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927 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    874
  • 4 stars
    33
  • 3 stars
    14
  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 874 reviews with 5 stars

Well worth the time and money!

Published on Feb, 2025

David was awesome! Friendly, knowledgeable, well prepared, spent time with with all the guest at various times. He treated us as “his guest” and even at the end of the tour, when he was “off the clock”, walked us back to one of our locations! Really enjoyed the day!

The real Chicago experience.

Published on Feb, 2025

Our guide was very knowledgeable. All of the stops on our tour were great and the food we had was amazing.

Fun Day in Chicago made easy!

Published on Jan, 2025

Very interesting tour, where we covered a lot of ground, but it was made to seem easy. Fun food and places to start, then, yummy dogs, Italian beef and pizza to end. Rich was great and we enjoyed meeting our other new friend Jonathan on the tour as well! We had a lot of fun.

5 stars

Published on Jan, 2025

Our tour guide, Dash, was absolutely incredible! This was easily one of the best tours I’ve ever experienced. I was initially skeptical about the walking and the amount of history Chicago might offer, but I was completely blown away. The city is rich in history and culture, and Dash brought it all to life with his amazing energy and enthusiasm. The pace of the tour was perfect—not too fast, not too slow. Dash ensured everyone was comfortable and engaged the entire time. Lunch was another highlight—absolutely delicious! His depth of knowledge was remarkable, and he answered all of our questions with such ease. The combination of indoor and outdoor experiences made the tour even more dynamic and interesting. The train ride was an unexpected but beautiful addition to the tour, making it even more special. Because of Dash and this fantastic experience, I’ll definitely be bringing my family back to Chicago. I’m so grateful for this unforgettable adventure—thank you, Dash!

thanks Dash

Published on Jan, 2025

Dash was great as was the food and the tour. He really knows his architecture and history. He also just has an infectious and contagious energy that made an already wonderful day and trip all the better.

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