things to do in Chicago, IL

Trace Chicago's haunted lore, gangster history, and true-crime disasters on foot

See Chicago’s illuminated skyline from two waterfront perspectives

Double-decker catamaran for private entertaining and water views

Build practical sailing skills aboard a 26-foot Chris-Craft on Lake Michigan

Rent a bike near the Lakefront Trail and Navy Pier—return it by shop closing

Rent a bike for 4 hours steps from Navy Pier and the Lakefront Trail

Sail Chicago's lakefront from Museum Row to Navy Pier at sunset

Discover Chicago’s darker history from the river

Step inside Chicago’s Art Deco buildings on a 2-hour Loop walk

Explore Chicago's past with a private guide and museum admission included

Trace Chicago's skyline story through Loop landmarks

Watch Chicago open up beneath you on a professionally piloted helicopter flight

Uncover the women behind Chicago's art, architecture, and civic life

See Chicago’s skyline from above street level and explore at your own pace

Discover the voices that shaped American culture

Explore Chicago’s story through historic artifacts and hands-on exhibits

Explore the dark history of medieval punishment through interactive exhibits

Explore contemporary art with access to every exhibition

Explore 35 permanent exhibitions spanning prehistoric life and human history

Ride a Yamaha VX WaveRunner across Lake Michigan with Chicago skyline views

Ride a Yamaha jet ski across Lake Michigan with views of Chicago's skyline

Cruise Lake Michigan on a historic fireboat for Navy Pier fireworks views

Night kayak tour to watch Navy Pier fireworks

Cruise Chicago by private 47 ft yacht with space for up to 12 guests