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Chicago Budget Per Day: How Much Does a Trip Cost?

Lakefront runs, deep-dish lunches, river architecture cruises at golden hour. What a day in Chicago costs — meals, transit, top attractions, and the bookable activities worth adding to the budget. Real-time prices from Viator so the numbers stay current.

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Budget-friendly experiences in Chicago

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Join us in the daytime or evening for City lights and breathtaking views

45 min

Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile

Experience Chicago's legendary architecture and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing legacy for all to admire.

4.7★ · 3360 reviews
Bestseller

From $28 a person

Explore Chicago's legendary architecture and history.

1h 30m

Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Tour

Be inspired by the captivating, visual art that is Chicago’s legendary architecture, and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing, dynamic legacy for all to enjoy...

Top-rated · 4.7★
Bestseller

From $45 a person

30 min

Flyover in Chicago

The Flyover experience takes 30 minutes from beginning to end.

Top-rated · 4.7★
Free cancellation

From $28 a person

1h 30m

Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise in Chicago

The Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise departs near the DuSable (Michigan Avenue) Bridge on Wendella's world class tour boats.

4.5★ · 1609 reviews
Bestseller

From $45 a person

1h to 1h 30m

Chicago Architecture River Cruise

Experience the stunning beauty of Chicago on a captivating cruise along the historic Chicago River.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Bestseller

From $39 a person

1h to 4h

360 CHICAGO Observation Deck Admission

The best views of Chicago can be yours at 360 Chicago Observation Deck!

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $30 a person

This tour cruises the Chicago River and Lake Michigan.

1h 30m

Chicago Lake and River Architecture Tour

An authentic Chicago tradition since 1935, this is the tour that started it all.

4.7★ · 2360 reviews
Bestseller

From $45 a person

30 min to 1h 30m

Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission

Gaze upon the city sights from the pinnacle of Chicago, the Skydeck.

Bestseller
Free cancellation

From $44 a person

Kid smiling faces say it all on our Family Friendly Chicago Food & Bike Tour. Ride a Bicycle, taste local favorites, and enjoy one of the best Kid-Friendly Things to do in Chicago.

Chicago Family Food and Bike Tour with Top Attractions

This Chicago Food & Bike tour is perfect for the entire family, put on by Bobby’s Bike Hike, whose food tours in just the past year have ranked as Top 10 in America by USA Today...

4.8★ · 99 reviews
Free cancellation

From $79 a person

216h

Chicago CityPASS®

Experience 5 top attractions and save up to 50% with Chicago CityPASS® tickets.

Instant confirmation

From $144 a person

1h 30m

Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Boat Tour

Marvel at the magnificent architecture on the Chicago River with expert tour guides!

Top-rated · 4.8★
Bestseller

From $37 a person

Original Chicago Architecture Interiors Tour: Dazzling Interiors

UPDATE 2024: Don't be fooled by the copycats out there offering shady copies of our award-winning tours for $1 cheaper!

Top-rated · 5.0★
Bestseller

From $35 a person

The Chicago River, as seen from our stop on wacky Wacker Drive

2h to 4h

Chicago City Tour with Architecture River Cruise Option

Enjoy Chicago’s famous sights and fabulous views on this award-winning small-group sightseeing tour of the city.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $50 a person

1h 30m

Chicago Fireboat Fireworks Cruise

Enjoy an unforgettable evening on Lake Michigan with the Chicago Fireworks Cruise.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $57 a person

Skyline Queen showcasing the Chicago Skyline!

1h 30m

Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise

Our popular 90-minute daytime river and lake sightseeing tour delights family members of all ages with incredible views of Chicago's world-renowned buildings and stunning skyline.

Top-rated · 4.7★
Free cancellation

From $46 a person

The Chicago Loop is the city's epicenter of culture, commerce, and design.

2h to 2h 30m

Self-Guided Chicago Loop Tour Explore the City at Your Own Pace

Discover the vibrant essence of Chicago with a self-guided tour through the Loop, the city’s historic downtown.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $10 a person

Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

Discover Chicago at your own pace with Big Bus.

Bestseller
Free cancellation

From $49 a person

See Chicago's magnificent skyline at night!

1h 30m

Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise

Glide along the Chicago River and Lakefront as you're dazzled by the sparkle of the city at night!

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $50 a person

Chicago's Downtown Donut & Family-Friendly History Walking Tour

Recently voted one of TripAdvisor's top food tours in the US.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $70 a person

1h 30m

Haunted Chicago: Crime, Ghosts, and Capone Walking Tour

Walk in the footsteps of Al Capone, John Dillinger, and real life ghost stories while hearing tales of Chicago's haunted past.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $35 a person

1h to 2h

Chicago's Lake Michigan Downtown Kayak Rental at Ohio Street Beach

Experience the best Chicago kayak rentals and Chicago SUP & paddleboard rentals from our unbeatable location at Ohio Street Beach, just steps from Navy Pier in the heart of...