Welcome to Chicago: The Essential City Tour with photo stops
Overview
Learn from a local as you discover Chicago’s top spots for food, drinks, architecture, and culture. On this tour, you'll explore downtown uncovering their history, iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and must-see photo opportunities. From legendary deep-dish pizza and historic jazz venues to world-famous architecture and vibrant local districts, the local guides provide personalized recommendations for every type of traveler. No need to spend hours planning your trip—this tour is designed to give you the insights, stories, and local knowledge needed to make your Chicago experience unforgettable.
* Learn about the essentials of Chicago
* Get tailored recommendations from local guides
* Take amazing photos at iconic and hidden-gem locations
* Get familiar with the city's history, culture, and neighborhoods
What's Included
- Expert Chicago Tour Guide
- Meals No food on this tour
- Gratuity
Meeting Location
116 West Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60604, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
201 East Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60602, USA
Finish the tour with a group photo in front of the bean
What To Expect
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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Marquette Building
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Expert Chicago Tour Guide.
- Meals. No food on this tour.
- Gratuity.
The minimum age to participate is 3..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Welcome to Chicago: The Essential City Tour with photo stops is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Welcome to Chicago: The Essential City Tour with photo stops will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Expert Chicago Tour Guide
- MealsNo food on this tour
- Gratuity
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers
