Chicago Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

Chicago, US
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Excellent (670 reviews)

Highlights

  • Taste the world-famous dipped Italian beef sandwich
  • Try the best deep dish Chicago pizza
  • Learn about the importance of immigrants in the city's food scene
  • Explore vibrant areas, parks, and cultural landmarks

Meeting Point

We'll meet at 400 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605, United States.

Meeting point

400 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605 , United States

End point

End Point

We end the tour across the street at Millennium Park.

Meeting point

Chicago, IL , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Chicago Public Library - Hall Branch

It was named for the city’s first African American Mayor, who served from 1983-87 and opened in 1991. Chicago’s known for having some of the finest architecture in the world.

Duration 20 minutes
2

Financial District

centered on LaSalle Street in the Loop, is the fulcrum of the heartland’s economic engines. Looming skyscrapers form a canyon-like effect down LaSalle, which ends abruptly with the Art Deco masterpiece of the Board of Trade on Jackson. Floridly-dressed commodity traders at the Board of Trade, regulators at the Chicago Fed, and bankers of all pinstripes know this power corridor very well.

Duration 10 minutes
3

Calder’s Flamingo

53-foot tall stabile located in the Federal Plaza in front of the Kluczynski Federal Building. It was commissioned by the United States General Services Administration and was unveiled in 1974, although Calder's signature on the sculpture indicates it was constructed in 1973.

Duration 10 minutes
4

Willis Tower

For nearly 25 years after its completion, the Willis Tower, formerly known as the SearsTower, held the title of tallest building in the world. Standing 110 stories tall, its black aluminum and bronze-tinted glass exterior has become emblematic of Chicago, a city crazy about its architecture.

Duration 20 minutes
5

The Rookery Building

The Rookery building in the heart of Chicago’s financial district stands testimony to the resilience and creative spirit of late-nineteenth century Chicago. The rebirth of the city in the wake of the Great Fire of 1871 gave rise to the multi-storied office building that would transform the landscape of America’s cities.

Duration 30 minutes
6

Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby

The story of downtown Chicago’s Palmer House Hilton is one of romance and undeniable charm. Potter Palmer was a Chicago business magnate—well-known for a variety of endeavors, including his significant role in the development of downtown Chicago’s iconic State Street.

Duration 20 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
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What our experts say

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    Try the secret dish, it's a surprise!
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    Stop by the Palmer House for dessert.
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    Check out the view from Willis Tower.
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    Visit nearby Millennium Park after the tour.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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