The free Chicago Greeter visits are led by friendly locals who will guide you through authentic Chicago — its fascinating histories, diverse cultural traditions, iconic landmarks, and off-the-beaten-path gems.
Chicago Greeter offers a variety of ways to explore the city: register for a customized neighborhood visit with a friendly local, join a fast and flexible walk of downtown, or explore on your own with self-guided tours.
These personalized visits offer a deep dive into the Chicago neighborhood of your choice, led by a friendly local. A recipient of TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence, these immersive visits are conducted in over a dozen languages.
Chicago Greeter visits are:
Looking for a quick and easy way to see downtown Chicago’s top sights? Let InstaGreeter take you on a free hour-long guided walk, without the need to register in advance.
Check out the InstaGreeter schedule for more details, including neighborhood pop-up.
The Chicago Greeter Neighborhood Pop-Up Walks series will bring free walks to neighborhoods across the city all summer long. Check out the dates and locations for our future walks below. Remember to revisit this page regularly, as we frequently update it with new walking events.
| Date | Time | Neighborhood | Location | Address |
| June 21 | 11:30 AM | Lincoln Square | TBD | TBD |
| June 21 | 1 PM | Ravenswood | TBD | TBD |
| June 28 | 11:30 AM | Hyde Park | TBD | TBD |
| June 28 | 1 PM | South Shore | TBD | TBD |
| July 12 | 11:30 AM | Lincoln Park | TBD | TBD |
| July 12 | 1 PM | Old Town | TBD | TBD |
| July 19 | 11:30 AM | Little Village | TBD | TBD |
| July 19 | 1 PM | West Loop/Fulton Market | TBD | TBD |
| July 26 | 11:30 AM | Northalsted | TBD | TBD |
| July 26 | 1 PM | Southport Corridor | TBD | TBD |
| Aug. 16 | 11:30 AM | Little Italy | TBD | TBD |
| Aug. 16 | 1 PM | Chinatown | TBD | TBD |
| Aug. 23 | 11:30 AM | West Town | TBD | TBD |
| Aug. 23 | 1 PM | Humboldt Park | TBD | TBD |
| Aug. 30 | 11:30 AM | Ukrainian Village | TBD | TBD |
Love Chicago? Want to show visitors from all around the world your favorite spots in your favorite neighborhoods? Volunteer as a Chicago Greeter. No additional experience is necessary; all you need is a passion for Chicago and knowledge of all it has to offer. You can even customize your visits to your specific interests.
Have questions about becoming a Chicago Greeter? View our Volunteer FAQs.
Explore Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods at your own pace with these self-guided Chicago Greeter tours, presented by Bank of America. These walking tours have been curated by expert locals to showcase each neighborhood’s unique history, culture, and hidden gems.
