Chicago · MAGNIFICENT MILE TOURS
9 reviewed
This is the shortlist we would hand a friend: the 9 magnificent mile tours worth booking in Chicago, each with its price, its verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
A 45-minute Chicago River architecture cruise with live guide stories, open-air or sheltered seating, and $28 value right by the Wrigley Building.
“You will definitely receive alot of knowledge on this tour, the night tour is beautiful. Get there early seats full up and there is heat on the bottom area if touring during winter.”
Walk Chicago’s Magnificent Mile with smart stops at Millennium Park and the Riverwalk, plus optional 360 Chicago views from 1,030 feet.
“Ben was great, full of enjoyable, light hearted and informative. Very helpful with Chicago suggestions too.”
Create your own signature 1 oz perfume in a small-group class on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, with tools included and a labeled bottle.
“We had such a blast! Thank you for the opportunity, and the beautiful perfume! What fun!!! I'd definitely recommend!”
A small-group walk along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile with architecture stories, famous landmarks, and included entry to the Chicago Architecture Center.
“Highly recommend this tour. Our guide Tim was knowledgeable and was very kind and fun to be with! We learned so much and the experience delivered more than expected!”
Make a custom 8 oz 100% soy candle on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. Pick your fragrance, pour your scent, and relax with BYOB.
“The overall experience was amazing!!! Will definitely visit again..the only con was my late arrival due to the actual name of business not being listed on ticket voucher so please update that information”
A 90-minute Chicago Architecture Center walk along Michigan Avenue, from Pine Street origins to brand-shaping skyscrapers and Art Deco interiors.
“Jim was artículate, knowledgeable and a lot of fun. We learned a lot and had a great time”
Taste Chicago classics at iconic stops and connect them to the city’s architecture, from deep-dish to The Bean and Crown Fountain.
“I booked this tour 4 weeks in advanced, paid in full early, received confirmation with tickets that confirmed date, time and location for meet up. My work team that flew in from various states, including my executive waited 40 mins and the tour person was a no show. I tried calling several times and only received a voice mail. Then I tried emailing, no response was received. I was so embarrassed and was left without a plan for a large group of leaders. The next day I received a response via email stating, sorry we thought this was booked for the following week. What a joke. Never again will I…”
Walk Chicago’s Magnificent Mile with a local guide, then optionally ride up 360 Chicago for Lake Michigan views from 1,030 feet.
“Our Mag Mile Tour was great. We learned about the architecture of buildings, design details and history of the area. Our guide Ben was knowledgeable, friendly, full of facts and anecdotes. It was a perfect distance - enough to see the major sites without being too long. We followed with the 360 Chicago at the Hancock. Great tour would highly recommend.”
Michigan Avenue app-led walking tour turns landmarks into a trivia scavenger hunt. Private, self-paced, 2 hours for $17.
