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.
Book Your Experiences Today!
Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Illinois - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Illinois, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
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
Noble Square Tour
For all ages! • 90 mins
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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Boat Ramp
Daily Boat Ramp Fee • 24 Hour Use of Boat Ramp • On site gas, ice, and easy trailer parking
Early Bird Discount 2 Hour Adventures
Ages 12 and up • Best Value. • Discounts Before Noon! Get more quality time together.
Aurora
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Escape Room
Mish Mash Adventures
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Oak Park River Forest Gangster Tour
Navy Pier Fireworks Private Charter
All Ages • 7 Passengers Max • Weds & Sat Nights • Captain Included
Chicago
Private Tours
1st Class Charters Chicago
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Growing & Using Herbs at Home
Herbalism workshop - May 23rd at the Planinsek Market Museum
Joliet
1 hr
Joliet Area Historical Museum
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The Classic
Sits up to 11 People 1500 Lbs MAX • 4, 8, and 10 Hour Options
Antioch
Off the Chain Pontoon Rentals
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29"x 26" Tufting Workshop
Ages 15+ • 4-5 Hours • Private Workshops Available
Diva Royale - Drag Queen Show Chicago
Starting at $40.07 • Weekly Drag Queen Shows • Fridays 7:00PM • Saturdays 7:00PM • Sundays 1:30PM
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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Exotic Cars Explore All
Jaguar F Type SVR
Range Rover Sport SVR
Lamborghini Urus S
Lamborghini Huracán Evo Spyder
Bentley Flying Spur
Rolls-Royce Ghost
Aston Martin Vantage
Cadillac Escalade V
Ferrari F8 Spider
Ferrari 812 GTS
Boat Tours Explore All
18 FT Private Pontoon Cruise - 2 Hours
Starting at $150 | Cruise the Chicago river for 2 hours!
Chicago
2 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Pontoon Boat Rental
Chicago Boat Rentals
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2026 Air Show Cruises
3.5 Hours | Unforgettable Event
Chicago
Boat Tour
Chicago Fireboat Tours
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Chicago River Cruise
Ages 21+ • 1-3 Hour Private Cruises • Discover Chicago from a Vintage Motorboat!
1-3 Hour Options
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Vintage Yacht Charters
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Annual VIP Membership
$250 • 50% off pontoon rentals for the season, yacht discounts, VIP perks
Chicago
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat
Chicago Boat Rentals
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Private Boat Tour
For all ages! • 2.5 Hours
Chicago
2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Chicago by Dave
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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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Architectural Tour
Most Popular • 3 Hours • All Ages • Online discount
Chicago
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Kayak
Kayak Chicago
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Chicago Vibes 440 Carver
For all ages • 3 to 6 hour options • Fully inspected yacht with special weekday pricing!
Chicago
3 to 6 hour options
Boat Rental, Boat Tour
Believe Chicago
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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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Fireworks Cruise!
A Chicago tradition aboard the Official Flagship of the City of Chicago
Chicago
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Evening Cruise, Fireworks Cruise, Sailing
Tall Ship Windy
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Foodie Tours Explore All
Chicago: Fulton Market Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days Throughout the Week
Chicago
2 hours
Food Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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South Beach Food & Fun Walking Tour
Starting at $69.99 | 3 Hours | Sample your way through Miami's Little Havana food and culture
3 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Saigon to Stockholm Food Tour
3 Hours • Most Popular
Chicago
3 Hours
Food Tour
Chicago Foodways Tours
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Global Street Foods of Uptown
The Most Diverse Food Tour in Chicago!
Chicago
2.5 Hours
Food Tour
Chicago Foodways Tours
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London Holiday Walking Food Tour with Tea and Doughnuts
2 Hours • Offered many days during the week
2 hours
Food Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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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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River North Food Tour
3 Hours • Ages 3+ • Chicago
Chicago
Food Tour
Sidewalk Food Tours
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Brighton & The Lanes Doughnut Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days During The Week
2 hours
Food Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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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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Holiday Hike: Season Sampling Food & Walking Tour
Starting at $79.99 | 3 Hours | See and taste how Chicago celebrates the holidays!
3 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Walking Tours Explore All
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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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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Beautiful Interiors and The Bean
For all ages! • 3 Hours
Chicago
3 Hours
Walking Tour
Chicago by Dave
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Downtown Friday Pizza Walk
Starting at $59 | Fridays | 5pm - 7:30pm | Try three styles of pizza in less than three hours
Chicago
City Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Pizza City, USA
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London Holiday Walking Food Tour with Tea and Doughnuts
2 Hours • Offered many days during the week
2 hours
Food Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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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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Chinatown Student Experience – A Cultural & Historical Field Trip
"An interactive field trip through Chicago’s Chinatown blending history, culture, and hands-on learn
1.5 Hours
Walking Tour
Chicago Chinese Cultural Institute
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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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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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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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City Tours Explore All
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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Cork Historic Holiday Doughnut Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days During The Week
Cork
2 hours
City Tour, History Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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The Christmas Tree Crawl: The Magic of Chicago at the Holidays
Let's see all the best decorations before they're gone!
Chicago
2 hours
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Pop Up Attraction, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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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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Logan Square 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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West Town Guided Instagram Street Art Tour
90 Minutes • All Ages
Chicago
90 minutes
Art Deco Tour, City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
Native 312 Events
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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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McKinley Park Tour
For all ages! • 105 min
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Jr. Chefs Breakfast Camp
4 Day Camp • 90 minutes daily • ages 3-10
West Chicago
90 minutes/day for 4 days
Kid-Friendly
The Kitchen Table
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Kid's Camp - 3 days
Tuesday - Thursday, 1-4:30 pm | Ages 5-12
3.5 hours for three days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Th
Kid-Friendly
Hoof It Galena
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Aerie's Adventure Tours ( 30-minute tour)
Ages 3 and up • Open year-round • Hours vary by season • Book Online!
30 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Aerie's Resort
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57ft. Power Catamaran
Up to 49 People
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Walk Out Trip Fox Chain O Lakes
Wonder Lake
4 hours
Fishing
Ops Experiences
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Teen Chefs Private Party
recommended for ages 12+ • 2 hours • pricing starts at $229
West Chicago
Private Tours
The Kitchen Table
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Island Time (50-90 people)
Starting at $75 Per Person • 3 Hours • 65Ft Yacht • 50-90 People • Price includes a bar package
Chicago
3 hours
Island Party Boat
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Holiday Hike: Season Sampling Food & Walking Tour
Starting at $79.99 | 3 Hours | See and taste how Chicago celebrates the holidays!
3 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Marin Comfort Bike - Stinson 1 (Gently Used)
Perfect City Bike