Explore Things to Do in Illinois
Welcome to Illinois - a state where vibrant city life, scenic landscapes, and rich history come together to offer something for every traveler. Discover the energy of Chicago, with its world-class museums, iconic architecture, and famous deep-dish pizza. Explore charming small towns and rolling farmland, or venture along historic Route 66 for a nostalgic road trip. Enjoy the natural beauty of Starved Rock and Shawnee National Forest, taste award-winning wines in the southern regions, and experience cultural festivals, live music, and outdoor adventures statewide. Whether you're seeking big-city excitement or peaceful escapes, Illinois delivers unforgettable experiences at every turn.
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Our site gives you a fast, convenient way to explore the best tours, excursions, and experiences available for your vacation in Illinois. With up-to-date schedules, clear descriptions, and secure booking directly with local operators, you can lock in the activities you’re excited about before your trip even begins. No more scrambling for last-minute openings - just confident planning and more time to enjoy your getaway. Let us help you turn your vacation in Illinois into something truly memorable.
Why wait until you arrive in Illinois to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Chicago: Downtown Tour
Most Popular! • 2 Hours • Offered Many Days Throughout the Week
Chicago
2 hours
Food Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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Illinois Conceal Carry Class
Ages 21+ • 1 to 2 Day Courses • Up to 5 People
Forreston
Workshop
Smokin Gun Worx
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2026 HOLIDAY SEASON FARM TOUR (Nov. 7 - Dec. 30)
$19 per person age 2 and up. (Age 1 and under FREE)
Offbeat Street Art Tour of Logan Square
$35 per Adult & $20 for Kids (10 and under) | 2 Hours | Street Art & Murals
Chicago
City Tour, Walking Tour
Offbeat Street Art Tour
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Day Cruise (Endless Summer)
For all ages! • 3-6 Hours • Up to 13 Guests
Chicago
3-6 Hours
Boat Tour
Endless Summer Chi
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The Uncensored Architecture and History Private Walking Tour
Ages 18+ • An uncensored architecture and history walk along the Chicago Riverwalk
Chicago
1 hour 15 minutes
Private Tours
Walking Tour
SuperDan Walking Tours LLC
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The Sound Inside
Adult Language & Themes, Discussion of Suicide
Private Chicago History Museum Tour
For all ages! • 2 Hours • Up to 8 People
Chicago
Private Tours
Guided Tour
Chicago Museum Tours LLC
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BIRTHDAY PARTY (100% Private - Entire Facility) - Vernon Hills, IL
Classic and Deluxe Packages Include Up to 15 Kids (Option to Add Add'l Kids)
Vernon Hills
Private Tours
FunFlatables - Vernon Hills, IL
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The Honey Food & Drink Tour
The ONLY honey tasting and food tour experience in Galena!
Galena
2.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Galena Foodie Adventures
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Up to 3 Hour Adventure at MISH MASH
For those who want to try and beat all of the challenges.
Aurora
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Mish Mash Adventures
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Eat the World: Albany Park
Chicago
2.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Food Tour
Kitchen Sink LLC DBA Our City Food Tours
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Aerie's Alpine Coaster
Ages 3 and up • Open year-round • Hours vary by season • Book Online!
Grafton
One ride takes about 10 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Aerie's Resort
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Reserved Event Room
Would you like to reserve the event space with your group? 2 hour private use for your team.
Aurora
2 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Escape Room, Recreational Vehicle
Mish Mash Adventures
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Mini Chefs Melting Snowman Cupcakes
60 minutes • grades prek & kindergarten
West Chicago
60 minutes
Kid-Friendly
The Kitchen Table
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Pour Paint
Ages 6+ • Private Parties Available
Aurora
1 hour
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Tuft A Rug
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Super Early Bird Discounted 2 Hours of Challenges at MISH MASH Adventures
Ages 10 and up • Best Value. • Be the first group of the day and save even more. Limited spots.
Aurora
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Escape Room
Mish Mash Adventures
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Junior Chefs Cooking Club (Holiday Treats)
grades K - 5th
West Chicago
75 minutes
Kid-Friendly
The Kitchen Table
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Ugly Sweater Food & Drink Tour
Ages 5+ • 2.25 Hours • Holiday Themed!
Galena
2.25 hours
Kid-Friendly
Galena Foodie Adventures
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St. Pat's River Dyeing Charters
10AM & 12:30PM • Kona • 24 to 36 people • $120 per person • includes a bar package
Chicago
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Island Party Boat
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Guided Tours Explore All
Downtown Pizza Walk
3 hours • All ages
Chicago
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Chicago Pizza Tours
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All That Glam: Chicago’s Art Deco Masterpieces
All the glitz and glam of 1920s Chicago! • 2 Hours • 1.5 Miles • All Ages
Chicago
2 Hours *1.5 miles on foot*
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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The Art of a City, Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour (Semi-Private)
2.5 hrs | Skip-the-line tour | Discover incredible public art hiding in plain sight
Chicago
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Chicago
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Private Chicago History Museum Tour
For all ages! • 2 Hours • Up to 8 People
Chicago
Private Tours
Guided Tour
Chicago Museum Tours LLC
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Bikes, Bites & Views: Chicago's Signature Dishes Bike Tour - Adults (Ages 16+)
Starting at $79.99 | 4.5 Hours | Try all the classic food on your way to Wrigley Field!
Chicago
4.5 Hours
Bike Tour, City Tour, Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Chicago Rydables Tours
Our Most Popular Tour! • 2 Hours • All Ages Welcome
Chicago
2 Hours
Guided Tour
Chicago Rydables Tours
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Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
Explore the Dark Side of Chicago • 2 Hours • 1.75 Miles • All Ages
Chicago
2 Hours *1.75 miles on foot*
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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Chicago Loop Architecture Private Walking Tour
For all ages! • 2.5 Hours • Up to 10 People
Chicago
Private Tours
Guided Tour
Chicago Museum Tours LLC
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A Woman's Place: The Chicago Women's History Tour
2 Hours
Chicago
2 hours
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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The Art of a City, Downtown Chicago Guided Walking Tour (Private)
2.5 Hrs | Skip-the-line tour | Discover incredible public art hiding in plain sight
Chicago
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Chicago
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Experience Chicago Explore All
Merchandise
Tanks, Hats, and Sunglasses Available
Chicago
Boat Rental
Chicago Boat Rentals
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Fireworks Cruise
starting MAY 2027
Chicago
1.5 hours
Bike Tour
Chicago Fireboat Tours
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Lamborghini Urus SE
Taste of Chinatown Food & Walking Tour
Starting at $79.99 | 3 Hours | Sample Culinary Delights From Five Distinct Chinese Regions
Chicago
3 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Iconic Foods of Chicago
3 Hours • All Ages • Iconic Chicago Foods
Chicago
3 Hours
Chicago Food & City Tours
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Upper Deck Enchantment (up to 40 people)
Starting at $70 Per Person • 3 Hours • 80Ft Yacht • Up to 40 People • Price includes a bar package
Chicago
3 Hours
Private Tours
Island Party Boat
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Request Chez Renée Luxury Yacht Charter
Up to 12 Passengers
New York Style Bagels
With Custom Cream Cheese Flavor | Ages 16+
Lakefront Neighborhoods Bike Tour
Starting at $49.99 | 3 Hours | Longest running, most popular family tour for 20 straight years!
Chicago
3 hours
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Logan Square Tour
For all ages! • 90 mins
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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City Tours Explore All
Open Your Eyes: Chicago's Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Underground + Secrets Walking Tour • 1.5 Miles on foot | All Ages • 2 hours
Chicago
2 Hours *1.5 miles on foot*
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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All That Glam: Chicago’s Art Deco Masterpieces
All the glitz and glam of 1920s Chicago! • 2 Hours • 1.5 Miles • All Ages
Chicago
2 Hours *1.5 miles on foot*
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
Explore the Dark Side of Chicago • 2 Hours • 1.75 Miles • All Ages
Chicago
2 Hours *1.75 miles on foot*
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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Rogers Park Tour
For all ages! • 90 mins
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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The World Within (Part One): Dazzling Interiors™ of the Loop
2 Hours
Chicago
2 Hours *1.2 miles on foot*
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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Bikes, Bites & Views: Chicago's Signature Dishes Bike Tour - Adults (Ages 16+)
Starting at $79.99 | 4.5 Hours | Try all the classic food on your way to Wrigley Field!
Chicago
4.5 Hours
Bike Tour, City Tour, Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Offbeat Street Art Tour of Logan Square
$35 per Adult & $20 for Kids (10 and under) | 2 Hours | Street Art & Murals
Chicago
City Tour, Walking Tour
Offbeat Street Art Tour
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Hyde Park Tour
For all ages! • 90 mins
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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Exotic Cars Explore All
Jaguar F Type SVR
Lamborghini Huracán Evo
Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG Ed.1
Land Rover Range Rover
Lamborghini Aventador SVJ
Ferrari SF90 Stradale
Lamborghini Urus
Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat
Lamborghini Huracán
Ferrari Portofino
Boat Rentals Explore All
Captain Tony Cartagena
Experience Summertime Chi the right way with me! • Insta: Captain_tonyc
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Captain Michael Totten
From get togethers to ragers; Rates start at $125/hr, $150/hr for holiday weekends
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Captain Brian Haas
Come Boating with Captain Brian! Pricing starts @$100/ Hr.
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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37ft. Sea Ray Sundancer
Up to 13 People
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Lakeside Watercraft
Chicago
1-8 Hours
Boat Rental
Lakeside Chicago
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56ft. Sea Ray Sundancer
Up to 13 People
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Captain David Groover
Rates starts at $100/h
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Sea Ray 450 Believe Chicago
For all ages • 3 to 8 hour options • Fully inspected yacht with special weekday pricing!
Chicago
3 to 8 hour options
Boat Rental, Boat Tour
Believe Chicago
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Captain Dave Krell
USCG Licensed - Chicago's top rated Captain!
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Merchandise
Tanks, Hats, and Sunglasses Available
Chicago
Boat Rental
Chicago Boat Rentals
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