Lakefront Trail Tours and Activities

Chicago city lights
Chicago city lights
Chicago on a clear winter day.
Want to get a great view of Chicago? Walk up the Adler Planetarium pier at sunset and enjoy the show. Don't leave straight after the sun sets, let the lights come out and take it all in!
If you want some of the best views of the city take a walk out to the planitarium. It is directly across the bay from sears tower and the hancock building. I ventured down onto the crumbling ice sheet that went out about 30 feet into the bay.

Tours & day trips

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Flyover in Chicago

Flyover in Chicago

Activity duration is 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$56 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Zen Route - Private & Exclusive Full Day Tour with Lunch Included

Zen Route - Private & Exclusive Full Day Tour with Lunch Included

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$99 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Chicago Favourites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour

Chicago Favourites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 38 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$126 per adult
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Attractions

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360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

Activity duration is 30 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 695 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$43 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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BYOB Spray Paint 'n' Sip at Studio W.I.P. Chicago

BYOB Spray Paint 'n' Sip at Studio W.I.P. Chicago

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$67 per adult
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Popular places to visit

I thought Wood Ducks were the most amazingly colorful and photogenic ducks until I spotted this incredible bird on the lakefront. What a handsome beautiful duck.

Margaret Burroughs Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Margaret Burroughs Beach during your trip to Chicago? Wander the area's Chinatown or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Margaret Burroughs Beach
McCormick Place showing a high rise building and a city

McCormick Place

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.

McCormick Place
Northerly Island Park showing a city, a river or creek and views

Northerly Island Natural Area

Bird life, paved paths and a built-in music venue give one of Chicago’s newest green spaces much to offer to nature lovers, exercisers and music fans.

Northerly Island Natural Area

Lake Meadows Park

Lake Meadows Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.

Lake Meadows Park

Monument to the Great Northern Migration

You can find out about the history of Chicago with a visit to Monument to the Great Northern Migration. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Monument to the Great Northern Migration

Arie Crown Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Arie Crown Theater during your stay in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Arie Crown Theater

Top Lakefront Trail Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
Congress Plaza Hotel
Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago

4 out of 5
720 S Michigan Ave Chicago IL
Hilton Chicago
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

4 out of 5
2233 S Martin Luther King Dr Chicago IL
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place

3 out of 5
123 East Cermak, Suite 300 Chicago IL
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place
The Landmark; a comfy suite near McCormick Place

The Landmark; a comfy suite near McCormick Place

2 out of 5
Chicago IL
The Landmark; a comfy suite near McCormick Place
Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place

Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place

3 out of 5
123 E. CERMAK ROAD Chicago IL
Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place
The Wheeler Mansion

The Wheeler Mansion

4 out of 5
2020 South Calumet Avenue Chicago IL
The Wheeler Mansion
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

3 out of 5
59 E. 11th Street Chicago IL
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
Best Western Grant Park Hotel

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1100 S Michigan Ave Chicago IL
Best Western Grant Park Hotel
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