Cheap Tours in Chicago
The most affordable and convenient way to explore the city is to buy a ticket for a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Chicago with an audio guide. As in many tourist cities, the system is simple: buy a ticket — hop on the bus — get off at any of the 15 stops — explore and take photos — hop on the next bus without buying a new ticket. The cost of such a tour is 45 USD, and the ticket is valid for three days.
Private Sightseeing Tour
For a group of 1–6 people, it’s considerably more expensive — from 540 USD (excluding entrance fees to museums and parks). The tour usually lasts between 4 and 8 hours.
“In the Footsteps of Al Capone” Tour
The most popular Russian-language tour in Chicago is “In the Footsteps of Al Capone.” You’ll learn many fascinating facts about the famous gangster and his associates, the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, and other intriguing details of Chicago’s life in the 1920s and 1930s.
Another great option is a night tour of Chicago with a local guide. You’ll hear about the origins and development of blues and jazz, visit some of the city’s best music clubs, and stroll along streets illuminated by city lights. The price starts at 55 USD.
If you have time to travel outside the city, take a tour to Milwaukee (Wisconsin). You’ll see the scenic waterfront, the Beer Museum (with free tastings), the Art Museum designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, and the Pabst Mansion. The cost of this tour is around 400 USD.
