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Best Day Trips from Chicago

Lakefront runs, deep-dish lunches, river architecture cruises at golden hour. Curated day-trip ideas from Chicago — sights you can comfortably see and return for dinner. All bookable through Viator.

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Day trips from 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

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 30m

Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady

The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady has long been the gold standard among all Chicago tour experiences, and is the only Chicago architecture...

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $57 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

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

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

216h

Chicago CityPASS®

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

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From $144 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

Total Chicago: From Architecture to Food

4h 30m

Chicago in a Day Walking Tour: Food, History & Architecture

Immerse yourself in Chicago's rich history and vibrant culinary scene on this captivating walking tour.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $101 a person

City Cruises Chicago: Premier Plus Brunch Cruise on Chicago River

Sail along the magnificent skyline on our Premier Plus Chicago Brunch Cruise.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $85 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

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

Historical and Architectural Chicago Fireboat River & Lake Cruise

Travel on a piece of history, learning Chicago fire history as well as Architecture!

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $47 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...