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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Planning the perfect vacation in Illinois is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in Illinois. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
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
The Ghostly Gamble: Mystery Discount Ticket
All ages • Mystery Tour!
Kankakee
Guided Tour
Haunted San Diego
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Private Weeknight Sailing Charter
All Ages • 2 Hour Private Weeknight Sail • Sunset & Skyline Views
Chicago
2 hours
Private Tours
Sailing
Seabird Sailing
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Crafts for Conservation
Ages 12-17 | 5:30-7P
Wheaton
1.5 hours
Cosley Zoo
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Downtown Pizza Walk
3 hours • All ages
Chicago
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Chicago Pizza Tours
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FIELD TRIP (100% Private - Entire Facility) - Vernon Hills, IL
Includes up to 40 Kids - Valid for Schools, Day Cares & Organizations (Option to Add Kids)
Vernon Hills
Private Tours
FunFlatables - Vernon Hills, IL
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Chicago Skyline Tour
Sunsets & S'mores
All Skill Levels • 2 Hours • Feed your adventurous spirit!
North Aurora
Kayak, Water Activities
Howling Wolfe Canoe & Kayak
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Two Hour Axe Throwing
Ages 13+ • Bring Your Own Food & Drinks!
Machesney Park
Two hours
Maximum Axe Throwing
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Chicago Food Tour
Chicago’s Most Social Food Tour • 4 Hours • $139.99
Chicago
4 Hours
Food Tour
YumYum Food Club LLC
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Boat Tours Explore All
Architectural Tour
Most Popular • 3 Hours • All Ages • Online discount
Chicago
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Kayak
Kayak Chicago
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Contemporary Chicago Blues ~LIVE~ with Michael Charles!!
All ages • 2 Hours • Chase your Monday BLUES away!
Chicago
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Tour
Tall Ship Windy
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Sunset Tour
Watch the sun melt into the horizon on a peaceful offshore Chicago sunset cruise!
Chicago
1+ Hours
Boat Tour
Chicago Blue Water Charters
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22 FT Private Pontoon Cruise
Starting at $350 | Cruise the Chicago river for 2 hours or more!
Chicago
2 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Pontoon Boat Rental
Chicago Boat Rentals
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Fireworks Tour
Watch Navy Pier fireworks from the best seat on the water!
Chicago
1+ Hours
Boat Tour
Chicago Blue Water Charters
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Chicago Playpen Anchorage Area
Anchor, unwind, and turn up the fun at Chicago’s Playpen hotspot!
Chicago
1+ Hours
Boat Tour
Chicago Blue Water Charters
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City Lights Night Paddle
All Ages • 3 Hours • Online discount
Chicago
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Kayak
Kayak Chicago
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Private Boat Tour
For all ages! • 1.5 Hours
Deerfield
1.5 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Chicago by Dave
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2026 Air & Water Show - Special Event!
All ages • 2.5 Hours • Great for friends & family!
Chicago
Boat Tour
Tall Ship Windy
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Lake Shore Skyline Paddle
All Ages & Skills • 2.5 hours • Save $2 each online!
Chicago
2.5 Hours
Boat Tour, Kayak
Kayak Chicago
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Private Tours Explore All
Puppy Yoga | South Barrington
1 Hour • Ages 10+ • Special Event
South Barrington
Goat Yoga Chicago
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Rolls-Royce Cullinan
South Beach Food & Fun Walking Tour
Starting at $69.99 | 3 Hours | Sample your way through Miami's Little Havana food and culture
Chicago
3 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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2 Hour Kayak Rental: North Avenue Beach
All Ages & Skills • Single & Double Kayaks • Save $2 each online!
Chicago
2 Hours
Kayak
Kayak Chicago
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21' Pontoon Rental
FIELD TRIP (Non-Private) - North Riverside, IL
Includes up to 10 Kids (Option to Add) - Valid for Schools, Day Cares & Organizations Only
North Riverside
Private Tours
FunFlatables - North Riverside, IL
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29"x 26" Tufting Workshop
Ages 15+ • 4-5 Hours • Private Workshops Available
Genius
Ages 21+ to Book • 3 to 6 Hour Rentals Available • Up to 13 Passengers • Starting at $900
Chicago
Private Tours
MPower Charters & Yacht Rentals
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Low Impact Paintball: 4-Hour Private Play
Groups of 8 or More | 4 Hour Sessions | Play Paintball without getting hurt!
Lockport
Private Tours
Legacy Paintball & Airsoft Park
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Exotic Cars Explore All
Mercedes-Benz S580
Cadillac Escalade V
Chicago Lake Shore Cruise Tour
A 35-mile Group Tour Along Chicago’s Lake Shore Drive for up to 4 Passengers!
Chicago
60 — 90 Minutes
Exotic Car
DS Luxury
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Bentley Bentayga
Aston Martin DBX 707
Rolls-Royce Spectre
Rolls-Royce Phantom
Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Tesla Cyber Truck
Ferrari 296 GTS
Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Navy Pier Fireworks Cruise
All-Inclusive, 3-Hour Luxury Charter • Perfect for Birthdays & Anniversaries!
Chicago
3 Hour Private Fireworks Cruise
On A Boat Sailing
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2 Hour Kayak Rental: Chicago River
Most popular! • All Ages & Skills • Single & Double Kayaks • Save $2 each by booking online!
Chicago
2 Hours
Kayak
Kayak Chicago
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51′ Sea Ray Sundancer Powerboat
All Ages • 3 to 8 Hours • Up to 12 People
Chicago
Boat Tour
Chicago Sailboat & Yacht Charters
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Rolls-Royce Ghost
The Gwen
Ages 21+ to Book • 3 to 6 Hour Rentals Available • Up to 13 Passengers • Starting at $900
Chicago
Private Tours
MPower Charters & Yacht Rentals
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Keywester
$40 per person • up to 6 People • Captain Service & drinks included
Chicago
1 - 3 hours
Private Tours
Island Party Boat
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Fishing Charter Six Hour
From $790-$850-The 6-hour charter is the bestseller!
Winthrop Harbor
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Storm Force Sportfishing LLC
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Weekday Special
The Weekday special is a 5-hour charter offered for small groups of up to 3 people, Monday-Thursday!
Winthrop Harbor
5 Hours
Fishing
Storm Force Sportfishing LLC
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Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour
Starting at $49.99 | 3 Hours | See the most famous landmarks!
Chicago
3 hours
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Kitten Yoga | South Barrington
1 Hour • Ages 10+ • Special Event
South Barrington
Goat Yoga Chicago
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Walking Tours Explore All
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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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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Downtown Pizza Walk
3 hours • All ages
Chicago
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Chicago Pizza Tours
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Beautiful Interiors and The Bean
For all ages! • 3 Hours
Chicago
3 Hours
Walking Tour
Chicago by Dave
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Donut in the Sky
For all ages! • 2 Hours
Chicago
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Chicago by Dave
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Meet Me in Chicago: Solos & Singles Adventure Club
Come Solo. Leave with New Friends.
Chicago
3-4 hours
Bike Tour, City Tour, Food Tour, Kayak, Rentals, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Winter Activities
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Lincoln Park Zoo & Nature Museum Private Tour
Chicago
2 Hours
Private Tours
Eco Tour, Guided Tour, Museum, Walking Tour, Wildlife, Zoo
Chicago Museum Tours LLC
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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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Downtown Chicago TV & Movie Sites Tour
2 hours • Ages 6 +
Chicago
Private Tours
City Tour, Museum, Train, TV and Movie Sites Tour, Walking Tour
On Location 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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City Tours Explore All
McKinley Park Tour
For all ages! • 105 min
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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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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Noble Square Tour
For all ages! • 90 mins
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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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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Rogers Park Tour
For all ages! • 90 mins
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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West Loop Pizza Walk
Starting at $69 | Saturdays | 11am - 2pm | Experience Four Styles of Chicago Pizza
Chicago
Beer Tour, City Tour, Driving Tour, Food Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour, Wine
Pizza City, USA
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Hyde Park Tour
For all ages! • 90 mins
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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