Chicago · CHICAGO DAY TRIPS
16 tours
The city has 16 chicago day trips on offer and these 15 are the ones that hold up. Prices, durations and the details that matter are below, so you can choose in five minutes and get on with the rest of the trip.
Guided 1-hour visit to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Oak Park Home and Studio, a first masterpiece shaped over decades, in a small group.
“Unfortunately Viator.com charged for the tour 25 USD per ticket while it is available at Wright‘s Home & Studio for 20 USD. Other than that a great experience”
Guided, 1-hour Robie House tour in Chicago with mobile tickets and UNESCO Prairie design details at UChicago. Timed entry matters.
“The tour operator was wonderful. We have used Viator before. BUT this time we were lucky to be able to take the tour. Viator did NOT explain to us that we needed to request a tour time with the Robie house. We were there at 10 a m and fortunately they had two spaces available for the 2 p m tour ( if they had no availability we would have just been out of luck). This is something Viator needs to explain to purchasers when they make their purchase”
Taste downtown Galena on a 5-stop small-group food and drink tour with empanadas, wine and cheese, root beer soda, Mediterranean tapas, and craft beer.
“This was such a fun experience. My husband and I enjoyed all the different stops with the owners and people. We loved the food!! ❤️ the empanadas, grilled cheese, pulled pork roll and mini doughnuts. Perfect little date adventure for a galena weekend trip!”
Guided Starved Rock kayaking on the Illinois River, 2 hours of cliff views, wildlife, lotus flowers, easy pace, gear included.
“Lot's of fun and guide tells funny jokes and is very informative of the area.”
Chicago to Milwaukee day trip with Harley-Davidson Museum, Historic Third Ward Public Market, optional Miller Brewery tastings, and Lakefront views.
“Personal service was great Nico our guide and driver was excellent and very helpful. No need to change anything”
A remote-host digital scavenger hunt in Galena that mixes photos, puzzles, and walk-or-drive checkpoints for about 2 hours.
“My friends and I would never pay money for this activity again or recommend this to anyone. It wasn’t fun or what we expected at all. If you could refund the$72 that would be great.”
Chicago to Milwaukee day trip with lakefront sights and optional Harley-Davidson and Miller Brewery tours, plus Public Market stops.
“Just before we were heading back to Chicago The operator will tell you that you owe him a $12 per person service fee after paying $125.00 per person. We told him we were paid in full. He insisted but we didn’t give him any more money. At first he didn’t start driving but after about 10 minutes he started driving us back to Chicago. Smh”
Play a Springfield murder mystery on your phone with walking or driving maps, 16 voiced characters, and Normal or Hard modes.
“Directions need some work. Mapquest or google maps , whichever Viator uses, missed the mark quite often. Without the photo clue it would be tough to follow.”
Private luxury vehicle drive through Oak Park Frank Lloyd Wright sites from Chicago, see 25 buildings with flexible photo stops.
“I think the description of this tour is misleading. The entire experience was driving past FLW's houses. We got NO, NONE, NOTHING from our driver. What's the point for $300 I could have taken a Uber for less.”
A 1-hour Oak Park walking tour tracing Frank Lloyd Wright’s early work with a small group, expert docent talks, and mostly exterior views.
“Guide was knowledgeable and willing to answer questions. The walking pace was perfect and the small group size made for a wonderful experience. Would highly recommend.”
Walk Lincoln sites in Springfield at your own pace with location-triggered audio, offline maps, and lifetime access for $14.99.
“Great narration and easy to use! We’ve used other tours from the same app, and those worked well, too.”
Galena IL zipline adventure by Long Hollow Canopy Tours with a UTV ride, 6 ziplines, a 140-foot sky bridge, and a 40-foot rappel.
“Absolutely fabulous! Great experience and terrific instructors. They need to get a raise, a very big one.”
Private SUV transfer O'Hare to downtown Madison with texted car details, pro chauffeurs, bottled water, and clear waiting rules.
“Our Driver was great! The Vehicle was very clean. Safe driving and safe covid practices. I would def. use this company again.”
Private ORD transfer with an air-conditioned car, clear pickup timing, and one suitcase rule, heading to Chicago, Milwaukee, or Oak Brook.
“Driver left when the queue to get through immigration was 2 hours. Made no attempt to get in contact and would not give a refund even though I then had to get another taxi. Terrible customer service”
Coach USA bus transfer between Chicago O'Hare and Madison for about $38, with reclining seats, climate control, a restroom, and DVD monitors.
