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best thing to do is leave the planning to the experts; in this
case, we recommend taking a tour. These are presented in a
variety of modes of transportation, and are hosted by very
skilled and talented guides. Be sure to check out our
listing of water tours as well.
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Amphibious
Tours |
Metro
Ducks Tours
1-800-298-1506
 That's
right. A wet, wild and wonderful tour of Chicago on this
WWII amphibious vehicle is sure to quack up its riders.
Fully certified by the U.S. Coast Guard, riders enjoy a
scenic and informative city tour while learning about it's
rich history. They also discover many points of interest,
and hear lots of corny jokes!
These vintage WWII re-supply crafts can travel up to 50 mph
on land and up to 7 mph on water. They drive directly into,
and out of Lake Michigan, giving riders a thrill they won't
soon forget!
Pick Up
Location:
Rock
n' Roll McDonald's, 600 North Clark Street (Clark &
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Horse
Drawn Carriage |
The Noble Horse
1410 North Orleans Street
(312)266-7878
The Noble Horse offers horse-and-buggy
carriages all week long, all year round. This is a very
convenient and very picturesque way to take in the city of
Chicago, and is highly recommended if you have the time in your
itinerary. The Horse also offers group tours, scenic rides, and
sightseeing tours. Recommended for families and lazy weekends, a
carriage is the way to go, and The Noble Horse is the way to do
it. Please note that all carriages depart from the Historic Old
Water Tower Square, which is located on 800 North Michigan
Avenue. |
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Bus
Tours |
Chicago Motor Coach
850 West Washington Street
(312) 666 - 1000
(312) 666 - 1161 for faxes
Chicago Motor Coach offers visitors a chance to ride
around town on a double-decker bus, like the ones you’d see in
England. Tickets can be purchased in advance at a variety of
popular landmarks, such as the Sears Tower and Field Museum.
What you get is a ninety-minute, narrated tour that runs daily
between 9:30am and 5:00pm. In addition, there are special rates
for groups and private engagements, making it the only bus tour
company you’ll ever need.
Location: Sears Tower, Art Institute, Museum Campus, North Pier,
Navy Pier, Water Tower, Michigan and Wacker, Michael Jordan's
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Chicago Trolley Company
1709 South Prairie Avenue
(312)663-0260
(312)663-0502 for faxes
"Ride the Red and Green Trolleys," as the slogan
goes, to enjoy a tour given by the city’s most energetic and
knowledgeable guides. An all-day pass is available, giving you
the flexibility to come and go as you choose, along a
thirteen-mile route that includes all the major landmarks.
Regular stops include the Sears Tower, The Art Institute,
Lincoln Park Zoo, the House of Blues, so you can be assured that
you’ll be delivered to anywhere worth going. Highly
recommended.
Location: Sears Tower, State Street Shopping, Art Institute of
Chicago, Field Museum, Adler Planetarium/Shedd Aquarium, Museum
of Science & Industry, Navy Pier, Historic Water Tower,
Chicago River, Planet Hollywood and Hard Rock Café |
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Tour Guides (Individual and Multilingual)
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AmeriTours
P.O. Box 46370
(773)792-2026
(773)792-3866 for faxes
AmeriTours offers a customizable highlights tour which is
available in over six languages, including English, French, and
Spanish. They will also go the extra mile to bring you quality
transportation, restaurant information, personal interpreters,
and virtually anything else you need. A trusted name and a
skilled group, AmeriTours is definitely worthy of your time and
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Chicago Tour Guides Institute, Inc.
101 North Wacker Drive, Suite CM-285
(773)276-6683
(773)252-3729 for faxes
With a staff of over 150 and services for twenty different
languages, Chicago Tour Guides Institute is a leading name in
the business. Offering 24-hour-a-day service, the capability of
connecting you with travel arrangements, and a director with
fifteen years of personal experience, Chicago Tour Guides has
everything you need to make sure you don’t overlook anything
during your stay in the Windy City. |
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Inlingua International Tours
200 West Madison Street, Suite 1835
(312)641-0488
(312)641-1724 for faxes
Economical is the name of the game at Inlingua International
Tours, as they are a full-service communications center offering
very personalized service. They’ll give you the opportunity to
hire translators, interpreters, and Chicago tours in a wide
variety of languages, and at an affordable price. Not to be
overlooked. |
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Bicycle Tours
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Bike Chicago
P.O. Box 87490
(800)915-2453
(312)787-9167 for faxes
Bike Chicago is free, which makes it worthwhile right off the
bat, but it’s also exciting, educational, and healthy. It
takes place right along the lakefront, and shows off the
history, architecture, and nightlife…all by bicycle! Ideal for
all skill and fitness levels, even those without bikes (although
they will charge you for a rental.) Reservations are definitely
recommended, so book early. |
See water tours
to find out how
to see the Windy City by boat.
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