Things to do in Chicago

Experience Chicago’s legendary architecture from the best seat in the house: the river. Enjoy a comprehensive tour with a live fun guide as you navigate through the heart of the city covering all 3 branches of the Chicago River.

Soar to heights of nearly 200 feet over Navy Pier, with unparalleled, 360-degree views of Chicago and Lake Michigan. Choose between pre-purchasing a Regular or a Fastpass Express ticket to experience this iconic part of the Chicago skyline.

Watch the sun slowly set behind the city from the tranquil waters of Lake Michigan on this serene and romantic cruise. Toast the end of the day with a glass of wine, ice-cold beer or hand-crafted cocktail.

Cruise down the Chicago River and see the city’s most spectacular landmarks on a boat cruise with live, family-friendly commentary and a full-service bar on board.

Get a Chicago CityPASS® and experience 5 must-see attractions, handpicked and packaged together at a 48% savings. Your ticket is valid for 9 consecutive days including the first day of use.

Treat yourself to an exhilarating view over the whole of Chicago from the top of the Willis Tower. Ride 103 floors to the Skydeck and step out onto The Ledge, a glass-paneled box with vertical views to the ground below.

Skip the ticket line for Chicago’s only architecture cruise on both Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. Learn about Chicago's internationally-known architecture from expert local guides as you discover the city from riverfront to shoreline.

Embark on a history-based guided walking tour and discover the stories of Chicago’s gangsters and ghosts. Learn about the city’s darker side and creepy past as you explore the Chicago Loop district.

Climb aboard a unique 90-minute architecture riverboat tour of the famous Chicago River. Pass by over 50 significant Chicago buildings learning about their architecture and history via a live docent.

Climb aboard a 90 passenger historic riverboat & sip cocktails while cruising the Chicago River! Relax and learn about the history & architecture of the city via live narration with a drink in hand.

Skip the ticket purchase desk to enjoy the best panoramic views of Chicago, 94 stories above the Windy City. Enjoy stunning lake views and close-up vistas of Chicago’s amazing skyscrapers.

Enjoy views of Chicago's riverfront architecture as you cruise along the Chicago River. Admire the scenery from the ship's glass-enclosed dining area. Choose between a lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch.

Explore Chicago at your own pace with a Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour or sunset tour. See Chicago's landmarks including Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and Magnificent Mile from an open-top double-decker bus.

Enjoy expedited entry with a skip-the-line entry ticket to the Art Institute of Chicago, home to a collection of art that spans centuries and the globe.

Get up-close and personal to the epic Navy Pier fireworks display every Wednesday & Saturday during the Summer. Choose between viewing from either the Chicago River or Lake Michigan.

See the sights of Chicago from Lake Michigan on this sightseeing lake cruise. Admire stunning views of the Chicago skyline and see many of the city’s iconic landmarks.

Discover over 20 never-before-seen illusions and almost double the space with entry tickets to the new and improved Museum of Illusions in Chicago. Test your brain and enjoy plenty of photo-ops.

Cruise along the Chicago River on a boat tour and discover hidden architectural gems among the city’s renowned landmarks, with live narration.

Experience the dark side of the Windy City on a Crime and Mob Bus Tour that introduces you to Chicago’s history of crime. Escape into the city's underworld and learn about characters like Al Capone and John Dillinger.

Experience a Chicago River cruise partnered with the world-famous Chicago Architecture Center, featuring live English-speaking certified docents and pre-recorded multilingual commentary.

Enjoy a fully immersive experience at the Museum of Ice Cream, delivering joy and entertainment for the whole family. Savor signature ice cream flavors and sweet treats as you explore the museum.

Enjoy Chicago's iconic skyline with a speedboat tour of Lake Michigan. Depart from Navy Pier and feel an adrenaline rush as you take in views of the city from a different perspective.

Taste some of Chicago's most iconic foods while walking through one of the Prohibition Era’s most fashionable and notorious gangster-ridden neighborhoods in Downtown Chicago.

Discover the hidden interiors of Chicago's most iconic buildings on a guided architecture tour. Explore the Rookery, Chicago Cultural Center, Marquette Building, and Chicago Board of Trade Building.