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15 Best Chicago Walking Tours

The walking tours: Loop interiors, the underground Pedway and lobbies that double as marble museums. Chicago hides its best rooms behind ordinary doors, and the guides hold the keys.

2.Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Guided Walking Tour

Discover Chicago’s dark past with this 2-hour guided walking tour exploring gangsters, ghosts, and haunted landmarks in the South Loop district.

★ 4.7

“Lillie was amazing. She was very personable, had several great one liners and was even more knowledgeable about the history. The tour was an easy walk and a great time for anyone visiting for a first time or if you just want to try something…”

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4.Chicago: Secret Interiors Architecture Walking Tour

Explore Chicago’s secret interiors on a 2-hour walking tour, discovering hidden architectural details and stories with passionate guides for just $36.

★ 4.9

“Our guide Grant was fantastic! My friend and I took the tour on a cold February day and enjoyed every minute of it. Grant is very personable and knowledgeable. The architectural details we saw were stunning. Definitely recommend this tour!”

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5.Chicago Mobs and Haunts Walking Tour

Explore Chicago's dark side with this mob and haunt walking tour. Discover haunted hotels, mob hangouts, and supernatural stories for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“Very interesting and Bryson was great! The walk was fun and hearing stories at the location was perfect.”

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7.Chicago: Underground Pedway & Downtown Secrets Walking Tour

Discover Chicago's underground Pedway and hidden secrets with this 2-hour guided walking tour for just $35, perfect for architecture lovers and curious explorers.

★ 4.7

“Really enjoyed the Chicago medway tour. Henry, our tour guide was excellent. Very knowledgable and had a background in architecture which made for a very informative experience. I recommend this tour.”

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8.Haunted Chicago Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

Discover Chicago's haunted past on this 2.5-hour ghost pub crawl, exploring historic bars, spooky stories, and hidden city corners with a lively guide.

★ 5.0

“Was doing a solo train trip cross country and did this on my own. Made me feel welcome and had an amazing time learning about the city’s haunted past.”

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10.Chicago: Treasures of the Golden Age Walking Tour

Explore Chicago's architectural gems from the Golden Age on a 2-hour guided walking tour, featuring landmarks like the Chicago Cultural Center and Marshall Field's.

★ 4.8

“Ingrid was a great guide. She provided information in a natural vs a rehearsed way. She also paused and gave us enough time to think of questions. I also appreciated that she used a microphone system so that we could wander around to look at…”

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11.Chicago Walking Tour: A Walk Through Time

Discover Chicago’s architectural gems on this 1.5-hour guided walking tour, perfect for first-timers and time-pressed visitors eager to see iconic buildings and learn their stories.

★ 5.0

“We were visiting for two days from London- excellent knowledgeable walking guide. Loved all the quirky facts about various iconic buildings. Added bonus to be able to view the foyer of the Automobile association building.”

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13.Chicago: Classic Food and Walking Tour with Free Bike/Kayak

Discover Chicago's iconic flavors and sights on a 3-hour guided food tour, with free bike or kayak rentals, led by friendly, knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.9

“Great tour, Jeff was an awesome guide! Learned a ton about Chicago, food was all delicious and full sized servings, we had a blast. Would highly recommend!”

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14.Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Loop

Explore Chicago’s stunning Art Deco skyscrapers on a 1.5-hour small-group walking tour. Discover hidden gems, interiors, and history with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“This tour is a must on a visit to Chicago... so much of the city's earlier 20th century history is captured in this tour of the moderne art deco architecture. One does not tend to appreciate these gems hidden among the neo-classic buildings and glass…”

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More Chicago Walking Tours

4.8Chicago in a Day: Food, History & Architecture Walking Tour4.5 hours$89 4.9Chicago: Taste of Chinatown Food Walking Tour3 hours$84 4.6Chicago: The Ultimate Foodie Walking Tour with Tasty Stops$75 5.0Chicago Walking Tour: Must-See Chicago$35.00 4.5River North Food Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$89.00 5.0Chicago Architecture Walking Tour: Incredible Art Deco Interiors2 hours (approx.)$35.00 4.7Chicago: Must See Chicago 90 minute Walking Tour1.5 hours$35 5.0Chicago-Style Holiday Hike: Festive Food and Walking Tour$84.99 5.0Chicago Walking Tour: Historic Skyscrapers$35.00 5.0Chicago Architecture Walking Tour: What’s New$35.00 5.0Chicago Loop Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$60.00 5.0Haunted Chicago: Crime and Ghosts Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$35.00 5.0Chicago Walking Tour: Art Deco Skyscrapers Riverfront$35.00 5.0Chicago Walking Tour: Modern Architecture$35.00 4.5Chicago Walking Tour: Tiffany Treasures$35.00 5.0Historic Homes and Cottages of Wicker Park Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$45.00 5.0Chicago Mobsters and Movies Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$35.00 5.0Walking Tour: Chicago’s Loop – Home of the Modern Skyscraper$65.00 5.0Your Way or the Highway: 2-hour Customized Private Walking Tour in Chicago$220.00 5.0Chicago Walking Tour: The Magnificent Mile$35.00 5.0Chicago Walking Tour: Connecting Past and Present$35.00 4.8Chicago: Art Deco Skyscrapers Walking Tour1.5 hours$35 5.0Walking Tour: Underground Chicago via the Pedway3 hours (approx.)$65.00 4.5Downtown Chicago TV and Movie Sites Guided Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$44.00