Delicious Donuts & City Sights: Chicago's Original Donut Tour

Recommended by 99% of travelers

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Chicago, USA

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· cathy_D ·

Dec 2025

This was a great tour. Jackson was very engaging and upbeat. Made the trek through very cold weather fun. The donuts were very good. Great variety. This is not your run of the mill tour. Take it you won't be disappointed.

· John_G ·

Nov 2025

Great guide, very friendly and enthusiastic. Knew a lot of history and threw in a lot of humor. Very entertaining and well paced. All donuts were good - some were great! Only took us about 90 minutes.

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Overview

Sample some of the Windy City's tastiest donuts—and head to locals-loved dessert destinations that most visitors miss—on this one-of-a-kind walking tour. With your guide in the lead, head to a number of Chicago’s tastiest donut bakeries, all while exploring the city's vibrant downtown Loop neighborhood. All tastings are included in the tour cost, and vegan, gluten-, and nut-free options are also available upon request.

Embark on a unique tasting tour on this donut-themed excursion
Enjoy enough donut samples to add up to a sweet meal
See many top Chicago landmarks along the way
Discover a more local side of the city that you'd otherwise miss

What's Included

Food tasting

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Doughnut Vault
401 N Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Tour meets at Doughnut Vault (401 N Franklin St). All tours except for 1pm tours begin here.

End point

Do-Rite Donuts & Chicken
233 E Erie St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Tour ends at Do-Rite Donuts (233 E Erie St).

Itinerary

Meet your donut-loving guide in the morning at Doughnut Vault, one of Chicago's classic donut bakeries. After a delicious introduction, proceed on an indulgent exploration of the top donut shops in the Windy City's Loop neighborhood.

Share your passion for sweet treats with fellow aficionados as you visit a number of different bakeries. Whether you’re into glazed, cake, or cream-filled donuts—or more unusual options—be sure to come hungry: All tastings are included, and many stores also have vegan, gluten-, and nut-free options for those with allergies (request dietary accommodations in advance).

Once you've tasted your way through the city's top donuts, finish your tour near Michigan and Erie Avenue, where you can continue your day out in Chicago.

Doughnut Vault

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Loop

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Firecakes Donuts

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Stan’s Donuts & Coffee

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Do-Rite Donuts & Chicken

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
100% Money Back Guarantee - If you do not have a good time on the tour, just email us at info@undergrounddonuttour.com and we will gladly refund your ticket value.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Thomas_P

Jackson, our tour guide, was very good. We also had a great group of tourists who interacted well together and with Jackson. Jackson gave us some great information about Chicago’s history, great places to go, answered any questions we had and added some humor along the way. The donuts were the obvious highlight of the tour. We had plenty of great tastes at each location. I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to taste some great donuts while taking in some of the sights of the city.

Reviews

4.9

based on 1,408 reviews

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Donut miss this tour!!!

Lindsey_S, Mar 2026

This was such a fun morning! Nick was engaging, funny and knowledgeable about the shops we visited and sites of downtown. We got to see several new parts of Chicago we hadn't seen yet, and sample some absolutely delicious donuts until we were completely stuffed - you won't go hungry on this tour and we even took some leftovers for the road! Thanks for making our last morning in Chicago GREAT!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for spending part of your time in Chicago with us—we truly appreciate it! 🍩 It means a lot that you chose to join the tour and end your trip on such a high note. Nick says 👋 and will be thrilled to know he helped make your morning so fun and memorable. We hope to host you again in the Windy City or in any of our donut holes around the world.

Loved our tour! Jackson...

Thane_V, Mar 2026

Loved our tour! Jackson is an amazing guide - super easy to talk with and friendly. Would highly recommend! Really enjoyed the Do-Nuts!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

We’re so glad you had a great time in Chicago! 🍩 It’s wonderful to hear the tour felt friendly, fun, and easygoing along the way. Jackson says 👋 and will be happy to know he helped make the experience so enjoyable. Thanks for the recommendation! We hope to host you again in the Windy City or in any of our donut holes around the world.

This was a great tour....

cathy_D, Dec 2025

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thanks a hole bunch for rolling with us in Chicago—cold weather and all! We’re thrilled Jackson’s upbeat energy kept things fun and that the donut variety hit the sweet spot. This tour definitely isn’t your run-of-the-mill! We’d love to donut with you again anytime you’re back in the Windy City.

Short and sweet!

John_G, Nov 2025

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thanks a hole bunch for rolling with us in Chicago! We’re thrilled your guide’s humor, history, and enthusiasm made the tour sweet and well-paced. And we love hearing the donuts hit the spot—some rising to “great”! We’d be excited to donut with you again on your next Windy City adventure.

If you love donuts this...

Marcus_N, Nov 2025

If you love donuts this is a must! Nick was awesome, great tour guide with sense of humor that brightened the tour up.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thanks a hole bunch for rolling with us in Chicago! We’re thrilled Nick’s humor and sweet storytelling made your tour even brighter. And yes—if you love donuts, this city really rises to the occasion! We’d love to donut with you again anytime you’re back in the Windy City.

1/4 Donuts

Keith_K, Oct 2025

Please note, each donut is cut into 1/4 and you have maybe 2 bites of 2 different donuts at each of the 4 locations. We have done these tours in other cities and you get a full donut at each location and options to try or sample another. The donuts were good but for the price you can certainly hit all 4 Stan’s, Firecakes, Donut Vault and Do Rites and enjoy more with maybe different flavors. Nothing personally against the tour just think at a price of nearly $70 a person providing a full donut and maybe a half of a different would make this tour more reasonable. Decent history given about the donuts and the shops. Thanks.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thanks so much for your feedback — we really appreciate you joining us! 🍩 Our correspondence notes that each donut is served in ¼ portions so guests can sample multiple flavors and styles without getting too full before the end. That said, guests are always welcome to ask for more if they’d like another bite (we’re always happy to share a little extra sweetness!). We wish you’d reached out to us directly so we could’ve made it right, but we truly value your input and will keep it in mind as we continue to make our tours even sweeter.

Great tour every time

DJ_O, Oct 2025

This is my favorite tour! I’ve booked it 3 times in the past year and brought new people. It’s always a hit and everyone’s favorite. Aside from the amazing Chicago doughnuts, you get a history of the shops and some of the local building’s you pass on the way. I particularly like that history is more personal and includes nuanced stories that you don’t hear on other tours. I’ve had the same guide all 3 times, Nick, and he is GREAT. He’s funny, personable and makes a point to talk with everyone in the group as we walk around. I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

We absolutely love our repeat offenders! 🍩😉 It means the world that you’ve joined us three times this year (and brought reinforcements each round!). We’re thrilled that Nick continues to make your Chicago donut adventures sweet, funny, and full of local flavor. Thanks for spreading the glaze—we donut take it lightly! We can't wait to host you AGAIN!

Fun and tasty tour!

Andrew_A, Oct 2025

Very fun and energetic tour guide! Donuts were very good and we also learned so much about the city!

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you for rolling with us in the Windy City! We hope to host you again!

I had a great delicious Chicago Donut Tour

Virginia_V, Sep 2025

It’s a fun fact filled tour and a great way to experience several types of donuts and learn the history.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

YAY! Thank you so much for hanging with us in Chicago! We love hearing from our amazing guests!

Amazing Guide

Shaina_P, Sep 2025

Lizzy was amazing. She was so up beat and very knowledgeable of the donut shops as well as landmarks along the way. She was a delight on a cool Sunday morning.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you for trusting us with your time in Chicago! We hope to host you again! In the Windy City or any of our donut holes around the world! Izzy says 👋

Yummy

stacy_h, Sep 2025

Nick was fabulous. Funny. Loud. Knew his donuts. The walk was easy and slow. Loved his history review too. Perfect morning tour

Response from Host, Sep 2025

You are fabulous! Thank you! We hope to host you again! Nick says 👋

Such a delicious way to...

Kirby_M, Aug 2025

Such a delicious way to get to know a city. Lauren is very knowledgeable and fun. Getting to know other folks is a treat

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much for trusting us with your time in Chicago! We hope to host you again! Lauren says 👋

I had a really good time,...

Jurjen_W, Aug 2025

I had a really good time, I was really happy Lauren could make it since I was the only one on the tour. Donuts were amazing. Definitely recommend if you want to learn more about Chicago!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Private tour! Thank you for your time with us in Chicago! We hope to host you again! Lauren says 👋

Five star

Debra_A, Aug 2025

Got it — no em dashes. Here’s a clean version without them: ⸻ Five stars for this tour! He was super informative and entertaining the whole time. You can tell he really knows his Chicago history, architecture and donuts, but he also makes it fun and easy to follow. He kept everyone engaged the entire tour and you never felt like you were just being lectured at. Highly recommend this tour you won’t be disappointed!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much for your time with us in Chicago! We love hearing from our amazing guests! We hope to host you again!

Best experience!

Twila_S, Aug 2025

My kid and I loved this. Our guide, Lauren, was super patient and knowledgeable. We ate so much and had a great time. Come starving!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

If the kid loved it, then mic dropped! Thank you so much for hanging with us in Chicago! We hope to host you again, in any of our donut holes around the world! Lauren says 👋

A must do if you love donuts!

Anonymous, Aug 2025

A great experience. Was near to try different donuts from different shops. A good variety and all very tasty. Nick our tour guide was awesome. Friendly, patient, knowledgeable and funny. I highly recommend if you love donuts. Bring hand wipes and some insulin.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much for hanging with us in Chicago! We hope to host you again! Nick says 👋

grab a donut

Suzanne_D, Aug 2025

Awesome Experience I've done many of these tours in the past, and they never get old, especially because each guide has a different perspective and how they present it to the group. suzanne

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you for being a repeat offender! We love hosting you, again and again! We look forward to the next time!

Doughnut Tour Chicago

Tiffany_B, Aug 2025

Nick was awesome. Fun with lots of tidbits about the city. Understood that my daughter only wanted to try some of the doughnuts…did not push at all. Several breaks and opportunities to cool off and get drinks as needed. Would totally do again.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

We can't wait to host you again! Thank you for your time with us! Nick says 👋

Auspicious- JACKSON rules!!

Kolleen_H, Aug 2025

Jackson IS AMAZING. He made this tour an EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER. The Hentschell’s. #auspicious #mraugust #STL-CHI

Response from Host, Aug 2025

#yourock #seeyousoon #STL-CHI! Jackson says 👋

So fun!

Allison_W, Aug 2025

The Donut Tour was amazing! All the donuts we tried were great, and they only gave us a quarter of a donut at each stop so we didn’t feel stuffed. Our tour guides, Izzie and Nick, were super excited about their jobs and offered a great experience. I highly recommend the donut tour if you want to learn a bit more about Chicago while also trying some yummy donuts!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you for your time with us in the Windy City! We hope to host you again! Izzie and Nick say 👋

This tour was FANTASTIC! ...

Alisha_W, Aug 2025

This tour was FANTASTIC! The guides were extremely engaging, and you learn as much about Chicago as you do about the donuts!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you for your time with us in Chicago! We hope to host you again real soon!

Could not have loved this...

APRIL_Y, Aug 2025

Could not have loved this tour more! I was traveling with my 10yo and Jackson was so good to include her! Doughnuts were great too!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

If the pre-teen loved it, then mic dropped! Thank you for hanging with us in Chicago! Jackson says 👋

Awesome doughnuts

Pat_R, Aug 2025

Nick and Lauren were great! Loved going to all the different places. Family had a great time. Would highly recommend.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much for sharing your family time with us! We love hearing from satisfied guests! We hope to host you again! Nick and Lauren say 👋

Best Tour!

Toni_E, Jul 2025

Jackson was a great guide! He was funny and interactive. He took time to kearn about everyone ontge tour. It was hot as heck out and he was so accommodating! He made sure we stayed hydrated, didnt walk too fast and kept us out of the sun as much he could. Best tour we have gone on so far!! Oh, and the donuts were amazing😁

Response from Host, Jul 2025

We love hearing from our amazing guests! Thank you so much! We hope to host you again, in the Windy City or any of our donut holes around the world. Jackson says 👋

Fun tour for everyone!

Gina_G, Jul 2025

The tour was fun and delicious with a great guide. Nick was well-versed in the Chicago donut scene and our family LOVED everything we tried. Special shout-out to the Firecakes Tahitian Vanilla donut! My mom, niece, nephew, and I all highly recommend!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

We love that the family enjoyed themselves! Thank you so much! We hope to host you again! Nick says 👋

Fun tour for adults and kids alike.

Lori_E, Jul 2025

Fun tour with some Chicago history and great donuts. Jackson did a nice job with a large group. Also made sure allergies were taken care of. The walk was not difficult. Enough time at each location. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

YAY! We love hearing from our amazing guests! Thank you for spending some time with us in Chicago! We hope to host you again! Jackson says 👋

Great donut tour!!

Lynn_J, Jul 2025

Nick was great!! Very nice and personable. Made jokes - which were funny!!! Good info on the locations we visited. Spent time with each party. Donuts were really good, especially the Tahitian vanilla & the almond. Wish I could have had more but they were very filling even getting just 1/4 of a donut. I know that doesn’t sound like much but it is!! But plenty of leftovers if you wanted more. Definitely recommend the tour

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you so much for spending some time with us in Chi-town! We hope to host you again, in any of our international donut holes! Nick says 👋

Fun time and a lot of donuts to try!

Patricia_G, Jul 2025

Fun facts, great donut flavors and hidden spots one would never find. Tour guide was great and did a great job of keeping us all moving. My only advice would be that these flits slots are small so there is only one stop where we actually stopped and sat down. The others were outside and standing majority of the time. Thankfully our weather was cool and overcast. Really enjoyed it.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you so much for hanging with us and your feedback! We hope to host you again, in Chicago or any of our donut holes around the world.

A highlight of your trip.

Tami_B, Jul 2025

If you love donuts, do the Donut Tour! If you get Nick or Lauren as your guide you will have even more fun.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! We love hearing from our awesome guests! Nick and Lauren say 👋

My family and I had a...

Stephanie_B, Jul 2025

My family and I had a fantastic time and I highly recommend booking!!. The tour guides Jackson and Lauren were so much fun and the energy of the group was unreal.