All Illinois Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 21

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Reconnect with nature on a rejuvenating day trip through Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks. This guided adventure blends relaxation with light hiking, perfect for entrepreneurs and anyone seeking a mental reset. Discover scenic canyons and stunning waterfalls as you explore the great outdoors, and wind down with a group dinner at Starved Rock Lodge Lounge, where stories and reflections are shared. Conclude your day with a stop for souvenir shopping and ice cream, leaving you refreshed and inspired. - Enjoy guided exploration of Starved Rock’s trails and Matthiessen’s waterfalls - Group dinner at Starved Rock Lodge Lounge (meals not included) - Suitable for ages 16+, with a total hiking duration of 4 hours - Includes bottled water and light snacks, with optional photo sessions

We invite you to join us on a holiday themed, festive and fun foodie adventure! This tour is just like our normal food tour, but with a holiday twist! Dig out those ugly Christmas sweaters and get ready to see the Hallmark of the Midwest in a new and foodie way. PLUS, rock out that ugly sweater and you will be in our contest to win a free tour! You will join your festive foodie guide down the famous Main Street of Galena enjoying some of the best food and drinks the town has to offer. Definitely bring an empty stomach and your holiday cheer!

Enjoy a day on the water with your Daily Tandem Kayak Rentals, perfect for families, couples, and dog lovers. These versatile kayaks feature two adjustable seats that can be converted for solo paddling. With a total capacity of 550 pounds, they easily accommodate fishing gear and personal items. Bring your furry friend along—dogs under 40 pounds can sit comfortably between paddlers, while larger dogs can ride in the second seat. Tandems can hold up to three people if the third passenger is 70 pounds or less. Dogs under 40 pounds can ride comfortably on a pad between the two paddlers, while larger dogs can sit as the second passenger.

Unlock a year of unlimited fun with Funfull’s St. Louis FunPass! This isn’t just a discount it’s your family’s ticket to adventure all year long. With one low price, you’ll enjoy daily visits to dozens of the best local attractions, including Altitude Trampoline Park, Edwardsville Children's Museum, bowling alleys, zoos, play centers, arcades, and so much more. And to make it even better, every FunPass comes with one free movie ticket each month, redeemable at Regal Cinemas or Cinemark an extra $150+ value over the year! Traveling? Your FunPass goes with you. Your membership isn’t limited to St. Louis. As Funfull rapidly expands across the United States, your pass is accepted at thousands of partner locations nationwide. That means whether you’re at home or on vacation, you’ll always have access to family fun without paying extra.

Discover Starved Rock’s canyons, bluffs and seasonal waterfalls on this 3-mile (round trip) guided hike. Listen as the guide tells stories of how Starved Rock got its name along with other legends of the area. Break for lunch at the halfway point. Lunch includes your choice of turkey, ham or veggie wrap, snacks and bottled water. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Hike will vary upon group skill and trail conditions. *Boxed lunch and souvenir drawstring backpack included. Online bookings are subject to additional fees.

Our Haunt has world class performers and our scenes are engineered to move and alter your senses. True Fright experience. Once you arrive after parking you will be guided to our mysterious warehouse and will be entering a draw bridge unto the premises. Then you will be guided to check in your ticket where you might find a scary goal monster or freaky clown. Don't worry most people come out of this experience ...alive.. but kidding aside your ticket includes over 20nscenes of horror and each area will be full of scares and actors. There are props with air pistons that pop into your path and floors ans walls that might move. It is like going on a Rollercoaster ride without the Rollercoaster as you must walk to experience all these scenes. If you like upon exiting you can purchase a photo of your experience with your group. Additionally there is a Buried Alive Experience that can also be purchased at the exit. Come see what people all over Chicago and Milwaukee are talking about .boohah

Expand your appreciation for nature. Enjoy a leisurely hike while learning how to identify at least 20 edible and medicinal native plants. Each hike is unique as new plants emerge from week to week and season to season. All participants will receive a digital copy of a recipe featuring a wild plant identified on the hike. All hikes take place at local parks or forests. Hikes will be 5k (3.1 miles) in length. Participants are encouraged to bring comfortable walking shoes, insect repellent, sun block, sunglasses, and water to ensure their experience is as enjoyable as possible

Step into the darker side of Chicago’s history on an unforgettable journey where true crime and iconic landmarks intertwine. Discover the Windy City’s infamous past as you explore the sites connected to America’s most notorious serial killers — John Wayne Gacy, the “Killer Clown” who haunted the Chicago area, and Jeffrey Dahmer, whose gruesome acts shocked the nation.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Discover the magic of water marbling in Naperville and create art on paper or silk to take home! In just 30–45 minutes of hands-on play, you’ll create pieces worthy of framing -- or take it a step further by upgrading to silk printing. Imagine your designs on a scarf, twilly, or handkerchief that’s as wearable as it is beautiful. Perfect for families, friends, team-building, or solo creativity, this water marbling class is one of the most joyful things to do in Naperville and a refreshing addition to Illinois art classes!

Seeing the Chicago Fire FC play a football game at Soldier Field is an experience like no other. Enjoy assigned seating with your game ticket and be there live to see the thrilling action on the field as the biggest stars in Major League Soccer put on a show you'll never forget. Soldier Field, home to the Fire, is one of the most iconic stadiums in the country. It’s not just a soccer stadium—it's also home to the NFL's Chicago Bears. As the 3rd oldest stadium in the MLS, its unique blend of modern renovations with historic charm gives it a fantastic, grand feel. The atmosphere at Soldier Field is electric, with nonstop chants, drumming, and banners. Experience the energy of a tight-knit fan community that will have you chanting and cheering along with them all game long. With a range of concessions, facilities and entertainment on hand, whether you're a solo traveller, or attending with friends or family, a trip to the football to see the Chicago Fire is an experience not to be missed!

Route 66, known as "The Main Street of America", runs through eight states from Chicago to Santa Monica. EN route to Illinois, POR Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California. Along DE way, it connects iconic cities such as St. Louis, Tulsa, Amarillo, Albuquerque, Flagstaff and Los Angeles, offering a unique experience through varied landscapes, from the Midwest Plains to the Southwest Deserts, each with its own history and culture. Route Chicago : 50 points Route DE Chicago to St. Louis : 56 points Route San Luis : 13 points Route DE San Luis to Joplin : 56 points Route Joplin to Oklahoma city : 29 points Route DE Oklahoma City to Amarillo : 27 points Yellow Route to Santa Fe : 39 points Route DE Santa Fe to Las Vegas : 80 points Route DE Las Vegas to Los Angeles : 34 points Total DE DE DE DE l’Or points of interest: 384

Six days to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the three major lakes in the Great Lakes region of the United States, all of which are located in Lake Michigan in the United States, Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world, and Lake Huron. Famous cities along the five great lakes: Chicago, Milwaukee and Traverse City along Lake Michigan, Green Bay along Green Bay, and Sault Ste. Mackinac Island, which was once selected as one of the top ten most beautiful islands in the world. Room Details All hotel rooms are based on two Full / Double beds or one King/Queen bed depends on what rooms are availiable at the hotel on the day. The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers. One Room Selection If you are a party of more than four guests or desire to have separate rooms, please create separate bookings. Avoid traveling in a different bus? If you have more than one booking, please provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.

Explore Chicago’s historic Loop through the prism of its architecture. This three-hour trek will cover defining moments from 350 years of Chicago’s history, including the first Europeans to come through here, the Great Chicago Fire, the origin of the skyscraper, the 1893 World’s Fair, Prohibition and the creation of Millennium Park. Along the way, you’ll discover some of the Loop’s most beautiful interiors, found in buildings that thousands of people walk past every day, completely unaware of what’s inside…And how things created inside those buildings shaped our current world for the better. You’ll hear the stories of the men and women--including Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, Daniel Burnham, Potter and Bertha Palmer, and Muddy Waters--who made Chicago what it is today, and those, like Jeanne Gang, who are defining Chicago’s architectural future.

Get to grips with Italian pasta in this Florentine-inspired hands-on class in Chicago, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs. Carpaccio, hand-filled ravioli, a fresh vodka sauce and citrus cookies – four courses, four distinct techniques, one deeply satisfying Italian meal. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - Marinated Vegetable Carpaccio – assorted vegetables, homemade herb dressing and fresh herbs - Beef Ravioli – flour, eggs and seasoned beef - Vodka Sauce – olive oil, tomatoes and vodka - Italian Lemon Drop Cookies – flour, butter and eggs You will leave with real pasta-making skills and a fresh perspective on Italian cuisine, from antipasto to dessert. Guests are welcome to bring wine or beer to enjoy throughout the experience.

Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Chicago with engaging tours that delve into the rich history and culture of areas like Bridgeport /Stockyard Tour, led by Historian Dilla, who uncovers the unique stories and contributions of these communities, providing an authentic experience of Chicago's diverse heritage. Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about local culture, these tours offer fascinating insights into the Windy City's past and present. The tours vary in duration but typically last around 2 hours, making them perfect for a quick but enriching adventure. - Discover the history and culture of Chicago's neighborhoods - Tours available in Bridgeport /Stockyard Tour - Led by knowledgeable Historian Dilla for an authentic experience

Your private luxury tour experience begins with a prompt pickup in downtown Chicago. Step inside the climate-controlled cabin of a world-class Rolls-Royce. Your professional chauffeur will navigate the bustling streets of the Windy City. Glance through the panoramic windows at towering skyscrapers like the Willis Tower. Coast down Michigan Avenue to admire the luxury boutiques of the Magnificent Mile. Pass by the architectural marvels of the Loop and the lakefront beauty of Grant Park. This tour itinerary maximizes your time in the city. It is ideal for couples celebrating an anniversary, travelers on a tight schedule, or anyone seeking a VIP Chicago experience. Avoid the crowds of standard tour buses. Enjoy the privacy, comfort, and prestige of DS Luxury Rolls-Royce Tour.

One of the two remaining founding members of the NFL, dating back to 1920, the Chicago Bears are the epitomise NFL history. For an experience filled with tradition and history, look no further than attending a Bears game at the iconic Soldier Field. The Bears are entering a new era, led by former Heisman-Trophy winning quarterback, Caleb Williams. The excitement and electricity in the air Solider Field is noticeable and expectations amongst the Bears passionate fanbase have been raised. Soldier Field, the oldest stadium in the NFL, is a historic venue, located on the shores of Lake Michigan, with a unique architectural blend of the original structure and modern upgrades. The tailgating scene at Soldier Field is vibrant. Fans gather hours before the game to socialize and celebrate, forming a big part of the game day experience. Attending a game is also an opportunity to explore the city, known for its famous deep-dish pizza, you’ll have to get a taste of the real Chicago culture!

Set sail on a private fireworks cruise along the Chicago Lakefront aboard a meticulously maintained sailing yacht. Enjoy complimentary drinks or BYO. Perfect for summer birthdays, romantic proposals, anniversaries, and any reason to celebrate Summertime Chi!

Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Chicago with engaging tours that delve into the rich history and culture of areas like Pullman, led by Historian Dilla, who uncovers the unique stories and contributions of these communities, providing an authentic experience of Chicago's diverse heritage. Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about local culture, these tours offer fascinating insights into the Windy City's past and present. The tours vary in duration but typically last around 2 hours, making them perfect for a quick but enriching adventure. - Discover the history and culture of Chicago's neighborhoods - Tours available in Pullman - Led by knowledgeable Historian Dilla for an authentic experience

Explore Chicago’s vibrant street art and creative neighborhoods on a private, fully personalized tour. Travel in comfort with your English-speaking driver, who shares insights into the city’s artistic communities, mural culture, and the stories behind each neighborhood. Begin in Pilsen Murals District, famous for colorful public artworks celebrating local heritage, then visit the National Museum of Mexican Art to see traditional and contemporary exhibits. Continue along 16th Street Murals Corridor, featuring large-scale murals reflecting social movements and cultural identity. Next, explore Fulton Market, a trendy district filled with galleries, restaurants, and creative spaces, and finish at Wabash Arts Corridor in downtown, where towering murals create a striking open-air gallery. This flexible, door-to-door private tour offers an immersive, relaxed way to experience Chicago’s dynamic art scene and creative spirit.

Chicago is inseparable from its Black history, where local pioneers helped shape the city’s story. On this self-guided audio tour through downtown Chicago, you’ll hear untold stories of Black excellence, resilience, and activism that transformed both the city and the nation. From Underground Railroad stations to civil rights battlegrounds, you’ll discover how Chicago became a beacon for those seeking freedom and opportunity. Starting at the site of Jean Baptiste Point DuSable’s mansion near the Chicago River, you’ll follow the footsteps of the city’s founder: a Black man who established Chicago’s first trading post in the 1770s. You’ll walk through the heart of the Loop, exploring sites where pioneering entrepreneurs like John Jones built businesses that became platforms for activism. The tour ends at Grant Park, where Barack Obama delivered his historic presidential acceptance speech in 2008 – a moment that represented the culmination of generations of struggle.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant food culture of Chicago with a guided walking tour, led by a knowledgeable local guide. Traverse Downtown's diverse culinary landscape, tracing the influence of immigrants on the city's gastronomy. Indulge in the iconic Chicago deep-dish pizza, renowned for its thick crust and flavorful fillings, followed by a visit to a historic eatery for the famed dipped Italian beef sandwich, a local favorite. Amidst culinary delights, marvel at architectural marvels like Cloud Gate and the Chicago Cultural Center, adding depth to your exploration. As the tour unfolds, anticipate a tantalizing surprise: a secret dish, revealed only on the day of your adventure, promising an unexpected culinary delight. This immersive experience offers not only a feast for the palate but also insights into Chicago's rich culinary heritage and architectural splendor.