Historical & Heritage Tours in Illinois
Top 10 Best Illinois Historical & Heritage Tours
Found 181 Historical & Heritage Tours activities in Illinois. Sort by Popularity. - Page 3Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Loop
View Art Deco masterpieces built in the heart of Chicago’s financial district during the Roaring '20s. Learn how Art Deco reflected the era’s fun-loving optimism with lavish materials and geometric ornament. Discover the orig... More
Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Loop
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Superb178 reviews4.8
View Art Deco masterpieces built in the heart of Chicago’s financial district during the Roaring '....
Embers of the Windy City: Chilling Chicago Ghost Tours
Come on our chilling ghost tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! Book Directly With Windy City Ghosts and save $5/person. Windy City Ghosts walking Ghost Tour provides a look into the darkness that lurks below Chicago’s busy st... More
Embers of the Windy City: Chilling Chicago Ghost Tours
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Exellent121 reviews4.4
Come on our chilling ghost tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! Book Directly With Windy City Ghos....
Chicago River Guided Ghost Tour
Explore the Chicago River in a unique way with this 120-minute Guided Ghost Tour. Learn about the city's haunted history, including the Great Chicago Fire and the Eastland Disaster. You are welcome to bring your own beverages and ... More
Chicago River Guided Ghost Tour
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Superb6 reviews5
Explore the Chicago River in a unique way with this 120-minute Guided Ghost Tour. Learn about the ci....
Chicago Architecture Center Exhibits Admission
The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) was founded in 1966 as the Chicago Architecture Foundation to save the historic Glessner House. Since then, the CAC has grown to become one of the largest cultural organizations in Chicago. Vi... More
Chicago Architecture Center Exhibits Admission
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Exellent76 reviews4.4
The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) was founded in 1966 as the Chicago Architecture Foundation to ....
Original Chicago Prohibition Bus Tour
Our Original Bus Tour is a deep dive into Chicago's most notorious era. Taking you to neighborhood gems you may not find on your own, grab a drink and enjoy the history of the men, women and locations (famous and infamous) that he... More
Original Chicago Prohibition Bus Tour
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Exellent76 reviews4.4
Our Original Bus Tour is a deep dive into Chicago's most notorious era. Taking you to neighborhood g....
Self-Guided Chicago Loop Tour Explore the City at Your Own Pace
Discover the vibrant essence of Chicago with a self-guided tour through the Loop, the city’s historic downtown. This journey unveils a blend of striking skyscrapers and hidden architectural gems, allowing you to explore at you... More
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Self-Guided Chicago Loop Tour Explore the City at Your Own Pace
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Superb3 reviews5
Discover the vibrant essence of Chicago with a self-guided tour through the Loop, the city’s histo....
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American Writers Museum Admission Ticket
In the heart of downtown Chicago, the American Writers Museum celebrates all genres of writing through interactive exhibits and programming. From Twain to Tupac, there's a story here for everyone. Discover for yourself and visit t... More
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American Writers Museum Admission Ticket
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Superb70 reviews4.9
In the heart of downtown Chicago, the American Writers Museum celebrates all genres of writing throu....
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Skip the Line: Public Tour-Adult Admission Ticket (50 mins)
This guided tour is the ideal way to begin exploring the roots of the author's life and work. It is here that Ernest Hemingway was born in a second floor bedroom on July 21, 1899. This Queen Anne home was built in 1890 by his mate... More
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Skip the Line: Public Tour-Adult Admission Ticket (50 mins)
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Superb14 reviews4.9
This guided tour is the ideal way to begin exploring the roots of the author's life and work. It is ....
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Chicago Architecture Walking Tour: Incredible Art Deco Interiors
Though the Art Deco style throws us back in time, it’s actually a futuristic style — it’s meant to make people in the 1920s think of the future. The gleaming materials, the perfect precision of the details… it’s the epit... More
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Likely to Sell Out Chicago Architecture Walking Tour: Incredible Art Deco Interiors
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Superb100 reviews4.9
Though the Art Deco style throws us back in time, it’s actually a futuristic style — it’s mean....
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History and Architecture of Chicago Loop Walking Tour
Discover the rich history and architecture of downtown Chicago with local expert Dave Lineal. Walking underneath the soaring buildings, we will learn how Chicago grew to become a global force in culture, commerce, and architecture... More
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Likely to Sell Out History and Architecture of Chicago Loop Walking Tour
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Superb18 reviews5
Discover the rich history and architecture of downtown Chicago with local expert Dave Lineal. Walkin....
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Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time
Want a quick introduction to Chicago’s magnificent architecture? This 90-minute tour takes a comprehensive look at the city’s architectural history by viewing buildings in chronological order, from early skyscrapers to new sup... More
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Likely to Sell Out Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time
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Superb213 reviews4.9
Want a quick introduction to Chicago’s magnificent architecture? This 90-minute tour takes a compr....
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Chicago Millennium Park Self-Guided Walking Tour
Enjoy moving at your own pace through Chicago's Millennium Park with an app as your guide. You and your private party can stop or start the app whenever you like; pausing to explore further on your own. Take in the sights of the p... More
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Likely to Sell Out Chicago Millennium Park Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Superb5 reviews4.6
Enjoy moving at your own pace through Chicago's Millennium Park with an app as your guide. You and y....
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Lincoln Park Hauntings Ghost Investigation Tour
We are Chicago's only paranormal investigation tour, and Chicago's oldest ghost and hauntings tours, founded by Ursula Bielski, Chicago's 35 year paranormal researcher and investigator. Like Ursula, all of our guides are all real ... More
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Likely to Sell Out Lincoln Park Hauntings Ghost Investigation Tour
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Superb45 reviews4.9
We are Chicago's only paranormal investigation tour, and Chicago's oldest ghost and hauntings tours,....
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Sip Happens: Chicago Loop Prohibition Tour
Explore the underground drinking culture of Chicago during the Prohibition era on this captivating app-guided walking tour. Uncover the secrets of hidden bars and speakeasies while learning about the city's notorious figures like ... More
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Likely to Sell Out Sip Happens: Chicago Loop Prohibition Tour
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Superb45 reviews4.9
Explore the underground drinking culture of Chicago during the Prohibition era on this captivating a....
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Frank Lloyd Wright Tour in Oak Park
Exploring Oak Park, Illinois, where Frank Lloyd Wright resided during the crucial early years of his career, offers a captivating journey through the evolution of his architectural vision. The neighborhood is renowned for hosting ... More
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Likely to Sell Out Frank Lloyd Wright Tour in Oak Park
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Exellent12 reviews4.5
Exploring Oak Park, Illinois, where Frank Lloyd Wright resided during the crucial early years of his....
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Chicago’s Millennium Park Self Guided Audio GPS Walking Tour
Our tour will take you through Millennium Park, starting at the Millennium Park Welcome Center. We’ll wander past shining sculptures, playful fountains, and peaceful gardens, all while soaking in the city’s energy, ending at Q... More
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Likely to Sell Out Chicago’s Millennium Park Self Guided Audio GPS Walking Tour
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Exellent12 reviews4.5
Our tour will take you through Millennium Park, starting at the Millennium Park Welcome Center. Weâ€....
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Chicago Chinatown: Dragon Kings Puzzle Adventure
The year is 1375, and a devastating drought grips China. The Emperor sends you, his Imperial Advisor, to find the four Dragon Kings, rulers of weather and water. Armed with a scroll of clues, your search leads through Chicago's Ch... More
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Likely to Sell Out Chicago Chinatown: Dragon Kings Puzzle Adventure
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Exellent9 reviews4.1
The year is 1375, and a devastating drought grips China. The Emperor sends you, his Imperial Advisor....
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Guided Audio Road Trip Route 66
Live the mythical Route 66 as it should be: at your own pace, with freedom and with the feeling of being walking a living history. This audio guide accompanies you from Chicago to Los Angeles, transforming each stretch of road int... More
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Likely to Sell Out Guided Audio Road Trip Route 66
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Exellent9 reviews4.1
Live the mythical Route 66 as it should be: at your own pace, with freedom and with the feeling of b....
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Downtown Chicago Loop Walking Tour (Private)
Discover the stories, styles, and spirit that built Chicago into the architectural capital of the world. On this walking tour through the Loop, you’ll explore the birthplace of the skyscraper, visit landmarks like the Chicago Th... More
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Likely to Sell Out Downtown Chicago Loop Walking Tour (Private)
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Exellent9 reviews4.1
Discover the stories, styles, and spirit that built Chicago into the architectural capital of the wo....
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Chicago Riverwalk Self-Guided Walking Tour
Welcome to Chicago’s scenic Riverwalk. Spanning from Lake Michigan west to Franklin Street. Called the city second Lakefront', the Riverwalk contains restaurants during the summer months, seating areas to relax, boat rentals, an... More
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Likely to Sell Out Chicago Riverwalk Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Exellent6 reviews4.2
Welcome to Chicago’s scenic Riverwalk. Spanning from Lake Michigan west to Franklin Street. Called....
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