things to do in Vernon Hills, IL

Cruise offshore from Navy Pier for fireworks and skyline views

A half-day fishing trip with plenty of time on the water

Relax on a captain-led pontoon outing with room for your crew

Taste four Chicago pizza styles on a guided West Loop walk

Self-drive pontoon on the Chicago River with Navy Pier fireworks

Choose your paddlecraft for a self-guided outing on the water

Drive through 2.5 miles of holiday lights, themed displays, and a laser show

Float above the landscape on a private flight with your group

Slow down with goats, mindful movement, and a guided walk on the farm

Taste Lincoln Square’s European roots and Silk Road flavors on foot

Bike and taste your way through Miami Beach’s Art Deco streets and local eats

A quiet private weeknight sail with Chicago skyline views

Look beyond Uptown's 1920s heyday through the stories behind its buildings

More time on Lake Michigan when summer fish are farther offshore

Jet ski across seven lakes with a guide, from shoreline sights to open water

Visit four Chicago pizzerias and compare four pizza styles by bus

Take home six cupcakes decorated by you

Paddle past the Wild Mile and Chicago's skyline in a single or double kayak

Help open the barn with hands-on farm animal care

Paddle Lake Michigan from Ohio Street Beach for two hours

Sail Lake Michigan on a private weeknight cruise with sunset and skyline views

Make the most of a weekday fishing trip on Lake Michigan

Paddle Lake Michigan for Chicago skyline views

Explore Chicago River routes by kayak or stand-up paddleboard at your own pace