
Private Tour of Chicago
Experience the highlights of Chicago's contemporary and green landscapes during this private car tour. Marvel at iconic landmarks and imposing skyscrapers while walking through some of the city's most renowned parks. Tour Options.
- 3 - 5 hours
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Experience the highlights of Chicago's contemporary and green landscapes during this private car tour. Marvel at iconic landmarks and imposing skyscrapers while walking through some of the city's most renowned parks.
Tour Options
When you book your private car tour of Chicago, you will encounter several options. Regardless of the choice, our meeting point will be your hotel's entrance, where the tour will conclude as well.
3-Hour Tour of the Central & Southern Areas
Opting for this tour means we will discover the central and southern sections of the city over three hours. Kick off the experience in the vibrant Chicago Loop, a hub of commercial and cultural activity, where we will appreciate the striking architecture from the 19th to the 21st century.
We will then make our way across the river to enjoy three of Chicago’s landmark parks: Grant Park, Maggie Daley Park, and the world-famous Millennium Park. Following our stroll, you'll have the chance to visit the prestigious Art Institute of Chicago, a celebrated art museum showcasing masterpieces by Toulouse-Lautrec, Renoir, Dalí, and Picasso.
Additionally, your guide will introduce you to the Museum Campus, a sprawling 57-acre park by Lake Michigan, home to the Museum of Natural History, the Alder Planetarium, and the Shedd Aquarium, among other notable cultural venues.
Before returning to your hotel, we’ll stop at the iconic Navy Pier and take a leisurely walk through the picturesque Hyde Park neighborhood.
3-Hour Tour of the Central & Northern Areas
Ready to explore the central and northern parts of Chicago? This tour is designed for you! We will traverse State Street, visit the Holy Name Cathedral, and discover the city’s most lively areas filled with bars and boutique shops.
We’ll take in sights such as the Gold Coast mansions by Lake Michigan, the popular Oak Beach, the historic Old Town district, Lincoln Park, and the vibrant neighborhoods of Lakeview, Boystown, and Uptown.
4-Hour Tour of the Northern Section
This option provides an in-depth look at the northern parts of Chicago, spanning a total of four hours. Major highlights include the Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, the sophisticated Evanston neighborhood, home to Northwestern University, and the Bahá?í House of Worship in Wilmette. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!
5-Hour Tour of Central, Northern & Southern Areas
For those craving additional exploration time, this five-hour private tour is exceptional. It encapsulates all the sites included in the three-hour experience, plus two more hours to uncover the northern regions of the city. Are you ready for an exciting adventure?
On this comprehensive journey, your guide will take you north on State Street to visit the majestic Holy Name Cathedral. We’ll continue on to notable sites like the Chicago Water Tower, the Astor Street District, the Lakeview area, and the renowned Oak Street Beach along Lake Michigan. Your exploration will also include a visit to Boystown, a lively LGTBI+ neighborhood, as well as Lincoln Park. If you aim to see it all, this is the ideal option!
Benefits of Booking a Private Tour
By choosing a private tour, you have the flexibility to craft your itinerary. Furthermore, you will benefit from having your own personal guide who will share intriguing insights about the history behind the city’s most captivating locations. This is indeed one of the best and most exclusive ways to discover Chicago!
Prices
Included
- Hotel pickup & drop–off
- Transport by car, minibus, or bus
- English–speaking guide
- Private and exclusive tour, nobody else will be in your group
Tips
- Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

