Chicago History Museum

Chicago History Museum

Chicago History Museum: Our most recommended tours and activities

Chicago: Explorer Pass Save up to 50% - includes SkyDeck

Chicago: Explorer Pass Save up to 50% - includes SkyDeck

With the Chicago Explorer Pass by Go City you can visit top sites such as the Navy Pier, Skydeck Chicago, or The Field Museum, all on one handy pass. Enjoy great savings on admission to your choice of 2 to 7 top Chicago attractions and tours, and pay nothing at the gate. Explore at your own pace on a hop-on and hop-off Chicago bus tour, or aboard one of two lake cruises. You have 30 days to use your pass from your first attraction visit. To help you create your own itinerary you'll also get a free app and digital guide. Use it to help you decide what to do, where to go, and how to get there. The most popular activities require advanced reservations, check instructions on the app, and make sure to place reservations well in advance to avoid disappointment. Choose from dozens of popular attractions and tours with your Explorer Pass, including: • Shoreline Architecture River Cruise • 360 CHICAGO (reservations required) • Field Museum • Skydeck Chicago (reservations required) • Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Chicago: 1-Day Discover Tour • Griffin Museum of Science and Industry • Navy Pier Ferris Wheel and Rides • Adler Planetarium • Museum of Illusions Chicago • Flyover Chicago • Skyline Lake Tour • Chicago Children's Museum • 10pin Chicago Bowling & Pizza! (reservations required) • Two-hour City Bike Rental by Bike and Roll Chicago • LEGOLAND® Discovery Center • And more! Attractions and tours are subject to change. Check the Go City app or the included digital guide for the full list of attractions including reservations instructions where needed. *Savings based on itineraries on Go City website.

Chicago: Attraction Pass with Shedd Aquarium-Save up to 50%*

Chicago: Attraction Pass with Shedd Aquarium-Save up to 50%*

Take a trip up to SkyDeck Chicago and the Ledge, observe the amazing views from the 360 Chicago Observation Deck, the Field Museum, have fun at Navy Pier, and enjoy a architecture scenic river cruise. Choose durations of 1, 2, 3, or 5 days at a low, pre-paid price and save up to 50%* compared to buying individual attraction tickets. The All-Inclusive Pass comes with a digital guide including useful attraction information. Use it to help you decide what to do, where to go, and how to get there. The Chicago All-Inclusive Pass offers entry to popular activities, attractions, and tours including: • 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck (reservations required) • Shedd Aquarium • SkyDeck Chicago and Ledge (reservations required) • Navy Pier Ferris Wheel and Rides • Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Chicago: 1-Day Discover Tour • Field Museum • Adler Planetarium • Flyover Chicago • Lakefront Speedboat Tour (reservations required) • Griffin Museum of Science and Industry • Museum of Illusions Chicago • Chicago Children's Museum • Museum of Contemporary Art • Mobsters and Haunted Mysteries Walking Tour (reservations required) • And more! Attractions and tours are subject to change. Check the digital guide included on your confirmation voucher for the full list of inclusions, opening times, and reservation instructions. *Savings based on itineraries on Go City website.

Lincoln Park Haunted History Walking Ghost Tour

Lincoln Park Haunted History Walking Ghost Tour

Experience the thrill of the Lincoln Park Hauntings Chicago Ghost Tour & Ghost Hunt, brought to you by American Ghost Walks. This unique tour, running on select evenings at 8 PM, takes you on a chilling journey through some of Chicago's most haunted sites including the Chicago History Museum, Couch Tomb, Lincoln Park Zoo, Café Brauer, and the infamous site of the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. What sets this tour apart is that you, the customer, become the ghost hunter, guided through the city's most eerie locations and immersed in their chilling tales. Dare to step into the spectral depths of Chicago's haunted past with the most immersive and chilling tour in town. This is not your average sightseeing trip; it's an adventure where you become the ghost hunter. As the twilight sets in, you'll embark on a journey through history, mystery, and the paranormal, immersing in tales that you won't forget. Your tour starts at the Chicago History Museum, a stately institution with a chilling secret. It houses the deathbed of Abraham Lincoln, and it's said that the former president's spirit wanders the halls. Feel the hairs on your neck stand up as you explore this historic location and hear about the spectral sightings that have been reported. Next, you'll venture to the Couch Tomb, the sole remaining marked grave from the Chicago Cemetery, which was tragically destroyed in the Great Chicago Fire. As you stand in the shadow of this eerie monument, you'll learn about the lost souls who are said to still wander the site, searching for their final resting place. From there, your journey takes you to the Lincoln Park Zoo, a seemingly innocent location with a spectral history. Built on the ashes of the Great Chicago Fire, the zoo is rumored to be frequented by apparitions from Victorian times, unaware they have passed into the afterlife. As you walk its paths, keep an eye out for these spectral visitors. Your haunting journey continues to Café Brauer, a former fine dining establishment turned speakeasy during Prohibition. The ghosts of mobsters from this era are said to inhabit the café, their spectral presence a chilling reminder of Chicago's lawless past. The climax of your tour is the notorious site of the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the location of the most infamous mob killing in American history. Here, echoes of machine-gun fire, screams, and the barking of dogs from yesteryear are said to still resonate. You'll stand on the spot where seven men met a gruesome end, and listen to the blood-curdling tale of their demise. Running on select evenings, this tour is perfect for those who have an interest in the paranormal, a fascination with history, or simply love a good ghost story. With this tour, you're not just hearing about the city's ghostly residents, you're actively hunting for them. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience - book your place today and prepare to meet the spectral residents of Lincoln Park.

Chicago: Customizable Private Chicago Scenic Driving Tour

Chicago: Customizable Private Chicago Scenic Driving Tour

Chicago is a very big city with a lot of activities & sightseeing to do. To tour the city quickly, it requires the help of a knowledgeable local driving guide. That's where I step in to assist you. Your Private Chicago Scenic Driving Tour will start by meeting me, your knowledgeable guide/driver. I will pick you up at your hotel or other location previously agreed, and then we will go ahead with exploring the beautiful windy city. Private Chicago Scenic Driving Tour is fully customizable to your needs, just let me know so we can prepare an itinerary that suits your needs. 1. Tour of the Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs and one of the oldest ballparks in Major League Baseball. The famous red marquee at Wrigley Field is an iconic spot, ideal for capturing a memorable photo up close and personal. (20mins stop) 2. Drive by Lincoln Park Zoo 3. Drive by Chicago History Museum 4. Drive by The Magnificent Mile, North Michigan Ave 5. Drive by Michigan Avenue Bridge 6. Tour of Millennium Park, Chicago’s urban oasis. Discover iconic landmarks like Cloud Gate, Crown Fountain. Enjoy the beautiful gardens, art installations, and stunning cityscape views. 7. Drive by The Art Institute of Chicago 8. Tour of the Chicago Cultural Center, renowned for its stunning architecture, including the world's largest Tiffany stained-glass dome. (20mins stop) 9. Drive by Route 66 10. Drive by Grant Park 11. Drive by Museum Campus with stunning views of the city skyline perfect for memorable photos. (10mins stop) 12. Tour of Buckingham Fountain (10mins stop)

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Great! You could simply choose where you wanted to go and also move somewhere else at short notice if you changed your mind or the weather wasn't good.

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We only found one company who would not accept our pass but there were others offering the same river cruise who did accept it

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Fascinating and Joanne was a knowledgeable tour guide! Would definitely recommend scheduling a tour with this guide!

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Everything went well because the pass is easy to use at the entrance to the attractions

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Chosen 3 activities including the bus tour around Chicago, beautiful