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Take a boat cruise through the heart of the city, see your reflection in “The Bean,” and step outside one of the world’s tallest buildings.

We’ve rounded up some of the city’s must-see sights, iconic attractions, and top tours to add to your Chicago itinerary.

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  • Architecture tours: Learn the stories behind our iconic skyline by foot, bus, or boat.
  • Boat tours: Cruise the lake, river, or both with these unique waterfront tours of the city.
  • Kayak tours: Get your heart pumping while enjoying up-close views of iconic Chicago sights.
  • Food tours: Take a bite out of Chicago’s acclaimed dining scene with these guided foodie tours.
  • Themed tours: Discover unique tours that cover haunted sites, hidden gems, historic stadiums, and more.
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Chicago water taxi parked at Navy Pier
Tours & attractions

Your guide to Navy Pier

Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise Aboard Chicago's First Lady
Articles, Tours & attractions

Your guide to Chicago lake and river boat tours

National Museum Of Puerto Rican Arts
Articles, Museums & art

Free museums in Chicago

Three different, white boats are docked at the Chicago Riverwalk with large buildings in the background.
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The Bean (Cloud Gate) in Chicago
Museums & art, Parks & outdoors, Tours & attractions

The Bean (Cloud Gate) in Chicago

The Skydeck
Tours & attractions

Chicago’s observation decks: Skydeck and 360 CHICAGO

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A dog walks on The 606
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Dog‑friendly guide to Chicago: a city built for you and your best friend

Things to do in downtown Chicago
Blog, Neighborhoods, Tours & attractions

Things to do in downtown Chicago

The Obama Presidential Center
Blog, Tours & attractions

A visitor’s guide to the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago

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Community Art Garden at the Elliott Donnelley Youth Center
Tours & Attractions, Public Art

Community Art Garden at the Elliott Donnelley Youth Center

Chicago Mahogany Tours
Tours & Attractions, Special Interest Tours

Chicago Mahogany Tours

Chicago Architecture Center
Tours & Attractions, Architectural/Cultural Tours, Boat Tours

Chicago Architecture Center

Lakeview Presbyterian Church
Tours & Attractions, Historic Site/Architecture

Lakeview Presbyterian Church

Saint Philip Neri Roman Catholic Church
Tours & Attractions, Attractions

Saint Philip Neri Roman Catholic Church

Daley Civic Center
Tours & Attractions, Public Art

Daley Civic Center

Saint Alphonsus
Tours & Attractions, Historic Site/Architecture

Saint Alphonsus

eVisitorGuide and MetroWalkz Tours
Tours & Attractions, Special Interest Tours

eVisitorGuide and MetroWalkz Tours

Episcopal Cathedral of St. James
Tours & Attractions, Attractions

Episcopal Cathedral of St. James

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