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Rainy Day in Chicago: Indoor Activities & Tours

Lakefront runs, deep-dish lunches, river architecture cruises at golden hour. Museums, escape rooms, cooking classes, indoor markets, cocktail-making sessions and covered walking tours in Chicago — bookable rain-or-shine activities so a wet forecast doesn't waste your day.

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Indoor experiences in Chicago

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1h 30m

Deep Dish Cooking Class at Pizzeria Uno in Chicago

You will learn how to make (and get to eat) an authentic Deep Dish pizza, all at the Birthplace of Deep Dish pizza - Pizzeria Uno.

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From $59 a person

Field Museum of Natural History Admission Tickets

Explore over 40 million artifacts, including SUE, the world’s largest, most complete T.

4.6★ · 545 reviews
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From $29 a person

45 min to 1h 30m

Museum of Illusions Chicago Admission Ticket

Step into the captivating realm of illusions, where reality is never exactly as it appears.

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Short pick · ≤2h

From $43 a person

FOUNDER, JOE WEBER EXPLAINS TO GUESTS HOW A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT FACILITY IS USED TO GROW MUSHROOMS

1h 30m

Explore Chicago’s Indoor Mushroom Farm Experience

Step inside a unique and fascinating journey through Chicago’s premier indoor mushroom farm, as seen on FX/Hulu’s acclaimed series "The Bear," where our mushrooms were featured by...

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From $20 a person

1h to 5h

American Writers Museum Admission Ticket

In the heart of downtown Chicago, the American Writers Museum celebrates all genres of writing through interactive exhibits and programming.

4.8★ · 74 reviews
Free cancellation

From $16 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

2h to 4h

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Admission

Housed in the only remaining building from the 1893 World's Fair, Griffin MSI is a Chicago must-see.

Free cancellation
Skip the line

From $26 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

New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

Take an entertaining and informative cooking class at the New Orleans School of Cooking!

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $43 a person

2-Hour Chicago Lakefront & Museum Campus Segway Tour

Looking for fun things to do in Chicago?

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $64 a person

You get to name your new Exclusive Scent

1h 15m

Chicago Perfume Making Classes on Magnificent Mile

Step into the world of perfumery and unleash your creativity in a guided workshop!

4.8★ · 74 reviews
Free cancellation

From $85 a person

1h to 3h

Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art: General Admission Ticket

The MCA Chicago is one of the nation’s largest multidisciplinary museums devoted to the art of our time with an international reputation for presenting ground-breaking exhibitions.

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From $22 a person

Cusco Cooking Class by ChocoMuseo in Cusco

- Enjoying and sharing your culinary masterpiece with the entire group - A fun and educational experience

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From $54 a person

1h 30m

Traveling Spoon Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza Private Online Cooking Class

Enjoy a private and authentic online cooking class and learn to make Nancy's recipe for Chicago-style Deep Dish Pizza, a style of pizza that originated in pizza, filled tall with...

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Private tour

From $59 a person

45 min to 1h 30m

Museum of Ice Cream Chicago Admission Ticket

Step into a world of color, creativity, and sweetness at the Museum of Ice Cream in Chicago!

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Short pick · ≤2h

From $43 a person

DIY Cocktail Candle and Wine Bottle Cutting Class in Chicago

Get ready to unleash your creativity at the BYOB Candle-Making Class at Chicago Candle Co.

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From $60 a person

1h 30m

Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting

Gain entry into one of the largest interactive torture museums in the USA with this attraction ticket.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $36 a person

1h 15m

Chicago Candle Making Class On Magnificent Mile

Looking to experience something new?

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From $75 a person

Cooking Class Designed by Michelin Chef @ Argentine Experience

Experience the vibrant culinary culture of Buenos Aires with our unique Asado or Argentine cooking class in the heart of Palermo.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $65 a person

Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Distillery in Chicago

Experience the perfect pairing of fresh pasta and craft spirits in this hands-on cooking class with a talented chef, hosted at a local distillery in Chicago!

Free cancellation
Likely to sell out

From $75 a person

3h 30m

Cooking Class: 3 Course Traditional Meal by local Chef HCM

Inspire your inner chef through a fully interactive 3-course cooking class Our local chefs have meticulously curated a daily menu of classic Vietnamese dishes showcasing the...