Explore Things to Do in Illinois
Welcome to Illinois - a state where vibrant city life, scenic landscapes, and rich history come together to offer something for every traveler. Discover the energy of Chicago, with its world-class museums, iconic architecture, and famous deep-dish pizza. Explore charming small towns and rolling farmland, or venture along historic Route 66 for a nostalgic road trip. Enjoy the natural beauty of Starved Rock and Shawnee National Forest, taste award-winning wines in the southern regions, and experience cultural festivals, live music, and outdoor adventures statewide. Whether you're seeking big-city excitement or peaceful escapes, Illinois delivers unforgettable experiences at every turn.
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Planning the perfect vacation in Illinois is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in Illinois. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
Why wait until you arrive in Illinois to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
BIRTHDAY PARTY (Non-Private) - Chicago Ridge, IL
Includes Up to 10 Kids + 10 Fruit Snacks + 10 Juice Pouches
Chicago Ridge
Private Tours
FunFlatables - Chicago Ridge, IL
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FIELD TRIP (100% Private-Entire Facility) - North Riverside, IL
Includes up to 40 Kids (Option to Add) - Valid for Schools, Day Cares & Organizations Only
North Riverside
Private Tours
FunFlatables - North Riverside, IL
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The Art of Joy: Create Your Masterpiece, Reclaim Your Joy
Ages 13+ • 3 Hours 💫 A Creative Workshop for Clarity, Connection & Joy
Oak Park
3 Hours
Workshop
Studio 928
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Two Hour Axe Throwing
Ages 13+ • Bring Your Own Food & Drinks!
Machesney Park
Two hours
Maximum Axe Throwing
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Downtown Pizza Walk
3 hours • All ages
Chicago
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Chicago Pizza Tours
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Young Chefs Cooking Club Membership
Use your membership to attend cooking club classes of your choice
Intro to Stand-Up Paddleboard
All experience levels welcome • 2 Hours
Chicago
2 Hours
SUP
Kayak Chicago
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FIELD TRIP (100% Private-Entire Facility) - Lombard, IL
Includes up to 40 Kids - Valid for Schools, Day Cares and Organizations
Lombard
Private Tours
FunFlatables - Lombard, IL
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Screen 1
Stay for the Double Feature • All Ages Welcome • Time Varies
Litchfield
Route 66 Skyview Drive In
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Big Bounce Bottles
Sauget
The Big Bounce America - St Louis MO
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Foodie Tours Explore All
Chicago Favorites Food & Walking Tour
Starting at $79.99 | 3 Hours | Sample your way through Chicago's most popular food scene
Chicago
3 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Chicago Food Tour
Chicago’s Most Social Food Tour • 4 Hours • $139.99
Chicago
4 Hours
Food Tour
YumYum Food Club LLC
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Original Chicago Prohibition Tour
3 hours 30 minutes • Ages 21+
Chicago
Food Tour
Chicago Prohibition Tours
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Downtown Galena Food & Drink Tour
9 Tastings!• 2.25 Hours • Likely to sell out!
Galena
2.25 hours
Food Tour
Galena Foodie Adventures
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Holiday Hike: Season Sampling Food & Walking Tour
Starting at $79.99 | 3 Hours | See and taste how Chicago celebrates the holidays!
Chicago
3 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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West Side Foodie Ride Bike Tour
Starting at $99.99 | 4 Hours | Explore Chicago's vibrant Near West Side neighborhoods!
Chicago
4 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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River North Food Tour
3 Hours • Ages 3+ • Chicago
Chicago
Food Tour
Sidewalk Food Tours
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Global Street Foods of Uptown
The Most Diverse Food Tour in Chicago!
Chicago
2.5 Hours
Food Tour
Chicago Foodways Tours
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South Beach Food & Fun Walking Tour
Starting at $69.99 | 3 Hours | Sample your way through Miami's Little Havana food and culture
Chicago
3 hours
Food Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Meet Me in Chicago: Solos & Singles Adventure Club
Come Solo. Leave with New Friends.
Chicago
3-4 hours
Bike Tour, City Tour, Food Tour, Kayak, Rentals, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Winter Activities
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Boat Tours Explore All
51′ Sea Ray Sundancer Powerboat
All Ages • 3 to 8 Hours • Up to 12 People
Chicago
Boat Tour
Chicago Sailboat & Yacht Charters
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Evening Boat Rentals (Fireworks )
Starting at $400 | 2 sizes available
Chicago
2 Hours
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Evening Cruise, Fireworks Cruise, River Cruise, Sternwheeler/Riverboat
Chicago Boat Rentals
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Lakefront Sightseeing
Chicago’s most iconic lakefront landmarks, all in one scenic cruise!
Chicago
1+ Hours
Boat Tour
Chicago Blue Water Charters
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Fireworks Cruise!
A Chicago tradition aboard the Official Flagship of the City of Chicago
Chicago
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Evening Cruise, Fireworks Cruise, Sailing
Tall Ship Windy
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Chicago Playpen Anchorage Area
Anchor, unwind, and turn up the fun at Chicago’s Playpen hotspot!
Chicago
1+ Hours
Boat Tour
Chicago Blue Water Charters
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Private Boat Tour
For all ages! • 2.5 Hours
Chicago
2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Chicago by Dave
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St. Paddy’s Day Green River Tour
All Ages • 3 Hours • Online discount
Chicago
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Kayak
Kayak Chicago
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Chicago Skyline Sail
All ages • 75 Minutes • Great for friends & family!
Chicago
75 minutes
Boat Tour
Tall Ship Windy
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Day Cruise (Endless Summer)
For all ages! • 3-6 Hours • Up to 13 Guests
Chicago
3-6 Hours
Boat Tour
Endless Summer Chi
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Crystal Star – 55’ Atlantis
⭐ 3-Hour Private Charter Aboard the 55’ Crystal Star • Up to 13 Passengers
Chicago
3 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Crystal Clear Yacht Charters
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Private Tours Explore All
Mid-Tier Luxury (Bentley, Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Maybach)
Private Chauffeur • Vehicles: Bentley, Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Maybach
Rogers Park Tour
For all ages! • 90 mins
Chicago
City Tour
Brick of Chicago
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Bikes, Bites & Views: Chicago's Signature Dishes Bike Tour - Adults (Ages 16+)
Starting at $79.99 | 4.5 Hours | Try all the classic food on your way to Wrigley Field!
Chicago
4.5 Hours
Bike Tour, City Tour, Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
Bobby's Bike Hike
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Lakefront Sightseeing
Chicago’s most iconic lakefront landmarks, all in one scenic cruise!
Chicago
1+ Hours
Boat Tour
Chicago Blue Water Charters
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Premium 27' Tritoon
High performance tritoon!
Antioch
2-12 Hours
Boat Rental
Anchor Pointe Marina
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Global Street Foods of Uptown
The Most Diverse Food Tour in Chicago!
Chicago
2.5 Hours
Food Tour
Chicago Foodways Tours
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Mercedes Maybach GLS 600
Cooler Rental
Antioch
2-12 Hours
Rentals
Anchor Pointe Marina
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Offbeat Street Art Tour of Fulton Market
2 Hours | Street Art & Murals
Walking Tours Explore All
Hidden In Plain Sight (Downtown Walking Speakeasy Tour)
3 hours • Ages 21+
Chicago
Walking Tour
Chicago Prohibition Tours
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Downtown Pizza Walk
3 hours • All ages
Chicago
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Chicago Pizza Tours
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The Christmas Tree Crawl: The Magic of Chicago at the Holidays
Let's see all the best decorations before they're gone!
Chicago
2 hours
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Pop Up Attraction, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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Donut in the Sky
For all ages! • 2 Hours
Chicago
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Chicago by Dave
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West Loop Pizza Walk
Starting at $69 | Saturdays | 11am - 2pm | Experience Four Styles of Chicago Pizza
Chicago
Beer Tour, City Tour, Driving Tour, Food Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour, Wine
Pizza City, USA
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Haunted by Our Dark Side: Chicago Ghosts, Gangsters, and True Crime Tour
Explore the Dark Side of Chicago • 2 Hours • 1.75 Miles • All Ages
Chicago
2 Hours *1.75 miles on foot*
City Tour, Ghost Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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The World Within (Part One): Dazzling Interiors™ of the Loop
2 Hours
Chicago
2 Hours *1.2 miles on foot*
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Wellness, Winter Activities
Inside Chicago Walking Tours
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Offbeat Street Art Tour of Logan Square
$35 per Adult & $20 for Kids (10 and under) | 2 Hours | Street Art & Murals
Chicago
City Tour, Walking Tour
Offbeat Street Art Tour
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Downtown Friday Pizza Walk
Starting at $59 | Fridays | 5pm - 7:30pm | Try three styles of pizza in less than three hours
Chicago
City Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Pizza City, USA
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Haunted History Walking Tour
$25 | 3 Hour Tour of haunted Alton
Alton
History Tour, Walking Tour
Alton Hauntings
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Boat Rentals Explore All
Merchandise
Tanks, Hats, and Sunglasses Available
Chicago
Boat Rental
Chicago Boat Rentals
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Taylor Breutzmann
Fun is the only option
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Captain Brian Haas
Come Boating with Captain Brian! Pricing starts @$100/ Hr.
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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24' Pontoon
Budget friendly!
Antioch
2-12 Hours
Boat Rental
Anchor Pointe Marina
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72ft. Classic Chris Craft
Up to 49 People
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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57ft. Power Catamaran
Up to 49 People
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Captain Dan Leslie
Rates start at $100/hr. To have the best time on the water
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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E-Boat Rental
Ages 21+ to rent • Ages 16+ w/ License to operate • Seats 2 People
Chicago
2 Hours
Boat Rental
Kayak Chicago
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21' Pontoon
Great for fishing!
Antioch
2-12 Hours
Boat Rental
Anchor Pointe Marina
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Capt. Dave Krell
Chicago's top rated Captain!
Chicago
3-4 Hours
Boat Rental
Knot My Boat Charters
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Spray Paint 'n' Sip- Chicago
90 Minutes • Ages 10 +
Chicago
90 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Walking Tour
Native 312 Events
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Chicago River Tiki Bar Cruise
Starting at $42 Per Person • All Ages • 75 Minutes • Full bar on board!
Chicago
75 minutes
Island Party Boat
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Memorial Pavilion Engraved Brick
Apple River
Apple Canyon Lake Property Owner's Association
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Original Chicago Pizza Tour
3 hours 30 minutes • All ages
Chicago
Bus Tour, Guided Tour
Chicago Pizza Tours
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Aston Martin DB12 Volante
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2026 Rooftop Summer Music Series
Register now for one or more Rooftop Concerts!
Joliet
Joliet Area Historical Museum
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Pick Your Painting
All Ages Welcome • No Experience Necessary
Bloomington
2 Hours
Merlot & A Masterpiece
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Private Class: Choose Your Own Recipe (60 Minutes)
includes 6 participants • all ages • add extra guests for $18/person
West Chicago
Private Tours
The Kitchen Table
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Genius
Ages 21+ to Book • 3 to 6 Hour Rentals Available • Up to 13 Passengers • Starting at $900
Chicago
Private Tours
MPower Charters & Yacht Rentals
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