Top things to do in Illinois in Summer (Updated November 2026)

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Land of Lincoln Smartphone Audio APP Self Guided Walking Tour

Explore historic Springfield and hear Lincoln's history and the stories behind the sites connected to Honest Abe. Go at your own pace and schedule. Advantages …More

Explore historic Springfield and hear Lincoln's history and the stories behind the sites connected to Honest Abe. Go at your own pace and schedule. Advantages...

50 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
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$7
Luxury SUV 4 Hour Sightseeing Tour

Experience the best of the Chicagoland area in style and comfort with our exclusive SUV tours. Discover the city's iconic landmarks, including the breathtaking parks, …More

Experience the best of the Chicagoland area in style and comfort with our exclusive SUV tours. Discover the city's iconic landmarks, including the breathtaking parks,...

2 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$350
Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

Discover Chicago at your own pace with Big Bus. Travel aboard an open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy panoramic views of the city's most famous landmarks, …More

Discover Chicago at your own pace with Big Bus. Travel aboard an open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy panoramic views of the city's most famous landmarks,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$49
Chicago Hauntings Original Ghost Bus Tour

Often imitated but never matched, this 3 hour ghost bus tour with stops remains the "Best of Chicago" since its founding 23 years ago by …More

Often imitated but never matched, this 3 hour ghost bus tour with stops remains the "Best of Chicago" since its founding 23 years ago by...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
Chicago City Tours See It All No Time Wasted

Skip the corny jokes and never-ending speeches — our shared tours are built for travelers who want the real Chicago, not a stand-up routine. ✔️ …More

Skip the corny jokes and never-ending speeches — our shared tours are built for travelers who want the real Chicago, not a stand-up routine. ✔️...

4 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$150
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Springfield IL

There's been a murder. Can you crack the case? Turn Springfield into your detective playground in this self-guided audio mystery. Follow a GPS-guided walking or …More

There's been a murder. Can you crack the case? Turn Springfield into your detective playground in this self-guided audio mystery. Follow a GPS-guided walking or...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$15
Chicago Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover Chicago like never before with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm, lingering at fascinating locations or moving swiftly through others as your …More

Discover Chicago like never before with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm, lingering at fascinating locations or moving swiftly through others as your...

3 to 9 hours
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$6
Springfield Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

See Abraham Lincoln as you’ve never seen him before with this self-guided walking tour of historic Springfield. Stroll through the 16th president’s old neighborhood, see …More

See Abraham Lincoln as you’ve never seen him before with this self-guided walking tour of historic Springfield. Stroll through the 16th president’s old neighborhood, see...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$13
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Chicago

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing …More

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⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$134
Chicago, Cloud Gate, Grant Park Full-Day City Tour

Discover Chicago, a vibrant city set along the shores of Lake Michigan, known for its world-class architecture, iconic skyline, and rich cultural scene. As the …More

Discover Chicago, a vibrant city set along the shores of Lake Michigan, known for its world-class architecture, iconic skyline, and rich cultural scene. As the...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$194
Lincoln Park Zoo Adventure -An App-Guided Adventure

This self-guided Adventure is perfect for last-minute travelers who love animals and games, and for families traveling with kids! Travelers will use the eATLAS app …More

This self-guided Adventure is perfect for last-minute travelers who love animals and games, and for families traveling with kids! Travelers will use the eATLAS app...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$8
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Skokie IL

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Skokie. Throughout this …More

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Skokie. Throughout this...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$15
Continental US Train Zephyr Adventure CA -CO - Il

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime! Step aboard the iconic California-Chicago Train Expedition as we whisk you away on a journey that combines the …More

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime! Step aboard the iconic California-Chicago Train Expedition as we whisk you away on a journey that combines the...

3 days Free Cancellation
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$5
Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Springfield by Operation City Quest

Operation City Quest of Springfield is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the …More

Operation City Quest of Springfield is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$10
Museum of Ice Cream Chicago Admission Ticket

Step into a world of color, creativity, and sweetness at the Museum of Ice Cream in Chicago! This immersive, Instagram-worthy experience brings together art, interactive …More

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Step into a world of color, creativity, and sweetness at the Museum of Ice Cream in Chicago! This immersive, Instagram-worthy experience brings together art, interactive...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$43
Groovy Galena Scavenger Hunt

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 …More

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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$20
Chicago Amazing Lakefront Bike Tour

Enjoy the car-free lakefront trail and explore Chicago’s beaches, parks, lagoons, This tour offers a diverse mix of nature and attractions. Top sights include: The …More

Enjoy the car-free lakefront trail and explore Chicago’s beaches, parks, lagoons, This tour offers a diverse mix of nature and attractions. Top sights include: The...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Chicago Chocolate Tour - An App-Guided Adventure

This self-guided walking tour is perfect for last-minute travelers who love chocolate! Travelers will use the eATLAS app for directions on where to go, and …More

This self-guided walking tour is perfect for last-minute travelers who love chocolate! Travelers will use the eATLAS app for directions on where to go, and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$8
Chicago Private Night Skyline and Lakefront Scenic Tour

Experience Chicago’s glowing skyline and scenic lakefront on a private, fully personalized night tour. Travel in comfort with your English-speaking driver, who shares stories and …More

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Experience Chicago’s glowing skyline and scenic lakefront on a private, fully personalized night tour. Travel in comfort with your English-speaking driver, who shares stories and...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$39
One Day Galena and Dubuque Tour from Chicago

Explore the charming towns of Dubuque and Galena on this enriching day trip from Chicago. Begin your journey along the scenic Mississippi River in Dubuque, …More

Explore the charming towns of Dubuque and Galena on this enriching day trip from Chicago. Begin your journey along the scenic Mississippi River in Dubuque,...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$315
Chicago Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Turn Chicago into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure! This challenge combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 3-hour …More

Turn Chicago into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure! This challenge combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 3-hour...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$49
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