Activities, Camps and After School Classes in Chicago, IL

Experience Chicago's legendary architecture and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing legacy for all to admire. This family-friendly introduction to the Windy City's rich history and architectural heritage features highlights from Wendella's full-length architecture tours. Hop aboard our world class vessels as our local authentic tour guides showcase our amazing city.

Chicago's Chinatown: Few neighborhoods in America combine such delicious cuisine with fascinating history. Join Bobby’s Bike Hike & Food Tours, whose food tours have ranked Top 10 in America by USA Today & Top 20 in the world by Tripadvisor, for a day of interesting stories and scrumptious eats on this delicious Food Tour in Chinatown. This 3-hour Walking and Chintown Food Tour, you’ll see the bustling Chinatown Square, then get to sampling some of the richest cuisine around; including Cantonese dim sum, Portuguese-Chinese bakery treats, Szechuan style, and even Xi'an cuisine, all while learning about the history of how these foods & culture arrived in Chicago. This is a totally unique culinary tour experience, and not to be missed! Upon arrival to the tour, you can add a VIP Drink option for alcoholic and ethnic drink pairings! Chinatown can be challenging to navigate on your own, so let our expert local guides show you the way & discover 5 of our all-time favorite dishes.

This short but sweet and unique adventure will take you on a 2-hour walking tour by the interiors of the most iconic buildings of Chicago downtown. Dive into the extravaganza of splendid hidden gems of the city as you explore the details that no mainstream tours can offer. The itinerary is thoroughly designed by a professional local guide who knows every corner of the Chicago skyscrapers. • Get beyond the famous facades to experience the surprising interiors of the neighborhood • Follow your local guide to discover what’s hidden from most of the tourists • Be provided with fun and surprising facts about the destinations • The tour is interesting for the Chi guests as well as for the residents.

Explore the heart of the Windy City Beginning at Millennium Park, home to the world-famous Cloud Gate (“The Bean”), and stroll through lush gardens and striking public art. Uncover hidden gems in the Chicago Pedway, then emerge onto the scenic Chicago Riverwalk for sweeping skyline views. Continue along the Magnificent Mile, where you’ll admire architectural icons like the Wrigley Building and Tribune Tower before crossing the historic Michigan Avenue Bridge. Along the way, learn fascinating stories about the Great Chicago Fire and even sample a classic local savory treat (optional purchase). Visit the impressive Starbucks Reserve Roastery, celebrating flavors as rich as Chicago’s history. To finish your adventure, step aboard the Shoreline Architecture Cruise for a narrated boat tour, where you’ll see more than 40 iconic Chicago landmarks—from hidden architectural details to the city’s most famous monuments—while enjoying breathtaking skyline views from the water.

Chicago’s Loop is home to some of the city’s most perfectly preserved Art Deco architecture designed during the Roaring 20s. See 7 stunning Art Deco buildings, all masterpieces in their unique & individual ways, as well as 4-5 other notable properties and outdoor sculptures on this fun and fabulous walk of Chicago's Financial District and parts of the North Michigan Avenue corridor. Your tour guide, interior designer, and historical architecture guru Ronnie Frey will paint a picture you'll not soon forget of modern life in the New Machine Age.

Take a time travel journey inside Chicago's best-kept secret: a 125-year-old architectural marvel. This extraordinary building was envisioned by renowned architect Solon Spencer Beman, famous for designing the town of Pullman and the iconic Pullman Palace Car Company. Get ready to be transported through time and history as you explore the legacy of this architectural genius and the fascinating stories hidden within these hallowed walls. Join us for an unforgettable adventure into the past and witness the living testament to Beman's architectural prowess.

Explore downtown Chicago through the lens of film and television on this guided walking tour featuring iconic filming locations from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Untouchables, The Dark Knight, The Bear, Blues Brothers, and more. Led by a local actor guide, you’ll visit famous Chicago sites seen on screen. From Bruce Wayne’s penthouse and Harvey Dent’s office to the parade route from Ferris Bueller and locations featured in Public Enemies and Ocean’s Eleven. Along the way, your guide shares behind-the-scenes stories, trivia, and fun facts you won’t get from walking the city on your own. With a manageable group size, clear meeting point, and a well-paced two-hour route, this tour is an easy, no-planning-required way to experience Chicago. Popular with first-time visitors and locals alike. This popular tour frequently books up on weekends — advance reservations recommended.

I am the only person in the US, and possibly the world, that offers this experience. It is both a demonstration and an interactive opportunity where you'll have tons of fun learning about the history of cheese magic and getting to try it yourself. And then you get to eat your fortune!

This is the tour that made Bobby famous! Bobby’s Bike Hike is America’s longest-running city bicycle tour company, and has been repeatedly recognized for excellence by National Geographic, USA Today, The Associated Press, Conde Nast Traveler, and more! Bobby’s now offers over a dozen specialized tours, but The Lakefront Neighborhoods Chicago Bike Tour is what started it all. Join one of Bobby’s expert guides on this 3-hour bicycle tour through Chicago’s beautiful North Side Lakefront neighborhoods. See the ever-rising skyscrapers of Streeterville, the deluxe residential mansions of the Gold Coast, the cozy artists’ village of Old Town, and the rolling greenery of Lincoln Park. You’ll finish off with a cruise down the world-famous Lakefront Bike Trail, one of the most popular waterfront bike paths in the nation. This leisure-paced journey is sure to make memories that’ll last a lifetime! This Bicycle Tour of Chicago is kid-friendly and all equipment (bikes, helmets) is included.

Join us for an unforgettable sail on Tall Ship Windy, Chicago's Official Tall Ship Ambassador! This is a relaxing sailing Adventure, that you will enjoy, on Lake Michigan, while enjoying the views, and the fresh air! Fun for all ages! You can join our friendly crew, to help raise one of the many sails on Windy, or just relax, and let others do the work! Windy has a full bar, and a gift shop, to help you enjoy the sail.

Dive into this captivating journey through the hallowed grounds of Chicago’s Graceland Cemetery. As we stroll amidst the stunning and serene beauty of historic resting places, you'll encounter the final resting spots of architectural visionaries like William LeBaron Jenney, John Root, Louis Sullivan, Mies Van der Rohe, and Daniel Burnham. This unique walking tour not only unveils the grandeur of tombs and mausoleums but also shares the stories of Chicago's celebrated architects, whose creativity shaped the city's skyline. But our journey extends beyond the architects' realm, as we also discover the final resting places of other notable figures with deep pockets—pioneers of industry such as Marshall Field, Palmer Potter, George Pullman, Walter Newberry, and more. Their legacies, intertwined with the fabric of Chicago's history, add an extra layer of richness to this immersive tour.

Join a local guide for the ultimate foodie adventure in Chicago’s historic Loop, tasting classics like deep‑dish pizza and Chicago‑style hot dogs while discovering insider stories behind the city’s rich food culture.

Discover the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood as you stroll from the Polish Triangle through the Milwaukee Avenue shopping and dining district. This guided walking tour circles Wicker Park, showcasing stunning Victorian mansions on Beer Baron's Row while sharing engaging trivia about the area’s rich ethnic and commercial history. Enjoy insights into the local arts and entertainment scene and uncover the best spots to eat and drink along the way. Test your knowledge with trivia, and compete for a special prize at the end of the tour. - Explore the historic Wicker Park neighborhood on foot - Visit iconic locations like the Polish Triangle and Beer Baron’s Row - Engage in neighborhood trivia for a chance to win a prize - Learn about the area's ethnic history, arts scene, and dining hotspots

This is not a bus tour, 90% of our tours are 11 people or less, as we specialize in small, personalized group tours. This gives us the space and time to take pictures and have great conversation! The personal, small tour approach allows travelers to have a personal tour experience of the city. With our small tour there are opportunities for questions and non-scripted conversations. A true experience. We have additional tours that accommodate large groups but this tour is geared towards sights and fluid conversations about the black starts of Chicago! The guide will take photos for you while educating you on the city and it's historical residents. On the Chicago Soul House tour, travelers tour the South Side of Chicago and can see the homes of the city's stars. The antidotes and stories are being told by someone who sang at the same lounges as Jennifer Hudson, played with Muhammad Ali as a child and traveled to Chicago during the Great Black Migration.

This tour will show you many of these delightful cottages and the different styles they were designed and constructed in. You will also learn about their history and unique part of the growth of the city of Chicago. Plus you will hear about other fascinating Chicago history that dates back 150 years and beyond! The Oldtown Triangle is one of the oldest and most quaint areas of the city - an area that many Chicagoans love and cherish. You will feel like you have left the hustle and bustle of the city and will instantly be transported to another place, another time, specifically the late 1800's!

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 offers a profound journey through the narratives of survival and resilience during the Holocaust and other genocides. This immersive experience utilizes advanced technology to present first-person accounts from survivors, alongside impactful exhibits that showcase personal artifacts and historical imagery. Visitors can engage with holographic stories, explore virtual reality journeys, and reflect on the lessons of history that inspire empathy and respect. Whether you seek to learn or remember, Experience360 is a vital part of understanding our shared humanity.

Unleash your creativity at the Glow Workshop, a unique art experience where vibrant neon paints glow under blacklight. Guided by talented street art instructors, you’ll create a stunning 12x16" canvas masterpiece that comes to life in the dark. Perfect for a fun night out or a memorable date, this high-energy workshop offers an inviting atmosphere to connect with friends while enjoying your first craft brew on us. Bring your imagination and prepare for a night of painting, laughter, and glowing art.

Enjoy Chicago’s famous sights and fabulous views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city. On this tour, you will travel through Chicago with an expert guide in a comfortable minibus, enjoy world renowned architecture including the world's first skyscrapers, Museum Campus (for the BEST skyline view in town), Millennium Park (Home of "The Bean"), Buckingham Fountain, The Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, Chicago River, The Gold Coast, Lake Shore Drive and more! You also have the option to upgrade to include THE most popular Architecture River Cruise in Chicago! For good reason, our partner Shoreline Sightseeing, has been the most booked tour on TripAdvisor for the last 5 years! And yes, there is a bar on the boat. The combo option will end at Shoreline Sightseeings Navy Pier location, after you finish the boat tour you will be walking distance from many other attractions in the city! **There will be no provided transportation after your boat tour**

Explore over 40 million artifacts, including SUE, the world’s largest, most complete T. rex ever discovered! Discover 23 mummified remains in a recreated Egyptian tomb, our dazzling Gem Hall or journey to the powerful Aztec empire! Meet Maximo our newest titanosaur at over two stories tall! The health of our guests and staff is always our top priority and we welcome you back to safely explore nearly half a million square feet of open gallery space.

Let’s Roam leads the way as the top app-led adventure hunt company! Explore the city’s top landmarks and uncover hidden gems while tackling trivia questions and overcoming challenges. Whether you're collaborating with your team or sparking friendly competition, you’ll discover new facts and forge unforgettable memories. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for any occasion—from everyday fun to bachelorette parties, birthdays, corporate team building events, and beyond! Each participant selects an interactive role, with challenges tailored to every adventurer's spirit.

The Chicago 3Quest Challenge is a scavenger hunt done on an app where players will find objects (given in the form of riddles) and complete fun challenges for points. The items & challenges are separated into 3 quests. Complete quest 1, then quest 2, then quest 3 in order to finish the game! Set a time limit for yourself to see if you can do all 3 quests in 2 hours! You'll have a remote host who will chat with you during the game if you need anything! The objective is to see if you can complete all 3 quests! Come play 3Quest Challenge in Chicago today!