Top things to do in Illinois in Summer (Updated October 2026)

Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Escape into Chicago's underworld on a crime and mob tour with stops on-and-off the luxury, climate-controlled bus. Explore historic crime scenes with great photo opportunities....
$49

Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise in Chicago
The Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise departs near the DuSable (Michigan Avenue) Bridge on Wendella's world class tour boats. The Cruise will navigate from the Chicago...
$45

Lake Michigan Skyline Cruise in Chicago
Embark on an unforgettable journey along Lake Michigan and marvel at Chicago's iconic lakefront sights and attractions. Cruise along Lake Michigan and enjoy stunning views...
$34

Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise
Glide along the Chicago River and Lakefront as you're dazzled by the sparkle of the city at night! Enjoy breathtaking views of the dramatic skyscrapers...
$50

Chicago's Original Gangster Tour by Bus
Our guides present an accurate account of the activities in Chicago during the 1920's and 1930's (Prohibition Era). You will hear about the exploits of...
$48

Lakefront Segway Tour in Chicago
Segways are amazingly fun, and Chicago's lakefront, parks, and skyline are absolutely gorgeous! Add our smart, entertaining tour guides to the mix, and you have...
$60

No city embraces summer quite like Chicago. Join in the celebration with friends and family on this epic fireworks cruise. Get up-close and personal every...
$60

River North Food Walking Tour
On our 3 hour food walking tour of Chicago, you will taste delectable foods from 5 different delicious places. Tease your tastebuds as you savor...
$89

Housed in the only remaining building from the 1893 World's Fair, Griffin MSI is a Chicago must-see. When visiting the largest science museum in the...
$26

Visit the Field Museum like a VIP on this one- hour early access VIP tour. Head inside the Field Museum at 8am before it opens...
$73

Chicago Tour South Side
The Blue-Collar side of Chicago many call it! This tour will show The Ford Factory, home of the steel mills, the blue-collar neighborhoods and many...
$125

Save 20% when you bundle these two iconic Chicago experiences! Discover Chicago by road and river with a 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Ticket and Shoreline Architecture...
$99

Leave the little ones at home and step into the shadows for a spine-chilling evening designed exclusively for adults. Not all spirits in Chicago are...
$35

Fireworks Cruise Aboard Island Time – See the Sparks Fly the Island Party Way! Experience Chicago’s dazzling fireworks like never before—from the deck of our...
$54

We are Chicago's first and best Devil in the White City tour, offering the history, legends and lore surrounding H.H.Holmes, the World's Fair and Victorian...
$75

Frank Lloyd Wright Tour in Oak Park
Exploring Oak Park, Illinois, where Frank Lloyd Wright resided during the crucial early years of his career, offers a captivating journey through the evolution of...
$35

Discover more of Chicago beyond downtown with this convenient South Side open-top shuttle transfer. Travel from central Chicago to some of the city’s most important...
$10

Escape Chicago for a day and experience Milwaukee’s culture, food, and legendary beer scene. This curated day trip includes highlights such as the Harley-Davidson Museum,...
$125

This isn’t just a ghost tour, it’s a story-driven walk through one of Chicago’s most haunted landscapes, where real history and local legend collide. Unlike...
$30

Explore the architectural genius of Frank Lloyd Wright on a private, fully personalized tour in Chicago, home to the world’s largest collection of his buildings....
$78

Professional photo shoot in unique Chicago locations. The Photo Experience will create amazing photo memories from your visit. You will be able to see undiscovered...
$45

