Private Half-Day Tour of Chicago

Ideal for first-time travelers or anyone short on time, this private half-day tour covers the best of Chicago’s downtown attractions by Mercedes van. Enjoy a VIP experience alongside your own local guide, with recommendations tailored to your interests. Marvel at the panorama from Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower, see the iconic skyline from Adler Planetarium and the famous bean-shaped Cloud Gate, and embark on a Shoreline Architecture Cruise.

A half-day private Chicago tour by luxury Mercedes
Relax with front-door pickup and drop-off from your Chicago hotel
Admire the Windy City’s skyscrapers from the water during a narrated cruise
Skydeck Chicago and Shoreline Architecture Cruise admission tickets are included

What To Expect

Skydeck Chicago – Willis Tower

To begin your tour your See Sight Tour guide will take you to the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere – Skydeck Chicago (formerly Sears Tower). Taking the elevator all the way up to the 103rd floor where you will enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view spanning 50 miles and 4 states. The most spectacular view – 1,353 feet down “Dare to Stand Out” on The Ledge – special glass balconies extending 4.3 feet outside the building which provides a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Adler Planetarium

Once your feet are back on solid ground your guide will take you to the Adler Planetarium Pier, a must-stop while in the Windy City. As the mecca for American architects, Chicago’s skyline is one of the greatest and this viewpoint is the best place to marvel at the skyline Lake Michigan.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Chicago

Your guide will then take you to see the beauty of Chicago’s architecture by seeing world-famous skyscrapers from the Chicago River. Aboard the Shoreline Architecture Cruise you will enjoy a narrated boat tour where you will see the breathtaking views of over 40 Chicago iconic landmarks, from hidden architectural features to the Windy City’s most famous monuments.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Buckingham Fountain

To finish your exclusive, private tour, you will get to visit two iconic Chicago landmarks – the Buckingham Fountain, one the largest fountains in the world and the Chicago Bean (Cloud Gate) – British artist Anish Kapoor’s first public outdoor work installed in the United States – both great locations to take great pictures.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cloud Gate

To finish your exclusive, private tour, you will get to visit two iconic Chicago landmarks – the Buckingham Fountain, one the largest fountains in the world and the Chicago Bean (Cloud Gate) – British artist Anish Kapoor’s first public outdoor work installed in the United States – both great locations to take great pictures.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

VIP Private small group tour
VIP Transportation for your exclusive enjoyment
Luxury Mercedes Metris 7-passenger van
Private Tour Guide for exclusive fully narrated tour
Complimentary downtown hotel private pick up and drop off
All Attraction admissions, taxes and fees included
Skydeck Chicago – Observatory and The Ledge
Chicago Bean (Cloud Gate)
Architectural Sightseeing Cruise
Chicago Adler view point
Chicago Buckingham Fountain

Exclude

Gratuities (optional)