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The best of Chicago.
The 6 best show tours in Chicago, with honest prices, run times and who you book through. Which ones are worth your time downtown, and what each one actually gets you.
BYOB close-up magic at Trickery Chicago: a witty one-hour show with Aaron in an intimate room for $41. Adult innuendo included.
Most Popular“Super fun and entertaining show. It was intimate, only about 30 people. The magician kept our interest and had great magic tricks.”
A 2-hour Chicago Fire TV set tour with private pickup, photo stops around Firehouse 51, and Chicago landmarks like The Bean and the Cultural Center.
“Deen did a great job not only showing us the sites of Chicago but also Firehouse 51 (and we got a tour inside), the Fire Academy & Mollies, as well as many other sites used to file Chicago Fire. A great way to spend the morning - thanks Deen.”
Step through Firehouse 51 on a 2-hour Chicago Fire TV set tour with Millennium Park and Cultural Center stops, private pickup and great guide.
“Deen was a fantastic tour guide. He was very accommodating. He was knowledgeable about the Chicago area. He made several stops before going to the area where portions of the show are filmed. We really enjoyed the stops at the fire house and "Molly's".”
Ride along Chicago P.D. filming spots with a small-group guide, downtown pickup, and free photo stops like Lotties Pub and the Bean.
“Best activity ever! My husband is a Chicago PD fan and he LOVED this tour. Such a cool opportunity to see some of what’s seen on the tv program. So glad we had the experience and would definitely recommend the tour. A must see if you love Chicago PD.”
Watch Chicago fireworks from Lake Michigan aboard Tall Ship Windy with skyline and Navy Pier views. 90 minutes, mobile ticket, bar onboard.
“This was the best excursion I’ve had in quite awhile. The stay were fun and engaging. The captain maneuvered us up close and we had the best seat in the house for the fireworks. I highly recommend this cruise. Firework cruises are available Wednesday and Saturday.”
Peep Show in Chicago mixes burlesque striptease, comedy, magic, and drag in a small 21+ basement venue—2 hours of big adult fun.
“Small venue in the basement of the building. Three performers having to perform twice. A 4th did some weird act possibly trying to fill time.”
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