CHICAGO TOURS WITH A TWIST

Chicago Detours cultural walking tours show off Chicago's secrets and reveal places even the locals don't know exist. Each tour features an interactive element that includes photos or videos on screens and/or iPads.

For the budding photographer in you, go on a Chicago Photo Safari. You'll tour top Chicago attractions with a skilled professional photographer who offers tips on composition, lighting, and exposure to make sure you capture terrific images of city sites. Consider making this one of your first activities so you can practice your skills for the rest of your trip.

Tour the city's haunted side and hear tales that will give you chills during one of legendary ghost hunter and folklorist Richard Crowe's Chicago Supernatural Ghost Tours.

Step behind the scenes on a Chicago Theatre Marquee Tour, where you will discover the architecture of this majestic venue plus renowned performers' autographs and colorful murals on dressing room walls. Broadway In Chicago also offers tours of some of its theaters on Saturdays, so you can take a tour and then see a show later that night.

Did you know that you can tour Wrigley Field? Well, you do now. Stroll through the legendary ballpark that's home to the Chicago Cubs. Tours may include visits to the clubhouses, press box, and/or dugouts, and possibly even a step out onto the field. On game days or days of special events, some access may be restricted, so it's best to ask when purchasing tickets.

Please note: Some of the above tours are available seasonally and are weather dependent. Please check with each tour company for availability.