What You Will Do
There’s nothing more magical than downtown Chicago during the holiday season. 2-hour guided walking tour through the Chicago Loop, Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile. This tour is brought to you, internationally recognized tour company headquartered right here in Chicago. Our entertaining guides will get your holiday spirit primed with plenty of fun facts, general knowledge, and the best of Chicago holiday decor. Did you know Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer was a story created in Chicago? You’ll see the fabulous Christmas window displays at the original Marshall Field’s department store, Chicago's city Christmas tree, the ice skating rink at Millennium Park, and the legendary Christkindlmarket, a traditional German Christmas Market. This tour is a walking tour only. No food/drinks on this particular tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Departure Point: Petterino's
Directions: You will meet your guide inside of Petterino's restaurant. Please feel free to arrive early to grab a bite or cocktail at the restaurant before your tour, or a cup of to-go coffee to take along with you.
1
Christkindlemarket
5 minutes
Visit Chicago's open-air German Christmas market.
2
Chicago Christmas Tree
5 minutes
Visit Chicago's City Christmas Tree in Millennium Park
3
Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
15 minutes
Stroll down State Street where the lights, decorations and window displays dazzle.
While inside the historic building, your guide shows you the magnificent interior architecture of this grand old hotel, where many famous guests have stayed since it opened in 1875.
4
Cloud Gate
5 minutes
Iconic Chicago attraction
5
Macy's on State Street
10 minutes
Enjoy the Holiday decor
6
The Chicago Theatre
5 minutes
We will stop in front of the Chicago Theatre to take pictures and explain the history of the building.
7
Millennium Park
30 minutes
We will give a tour of Millennium Park, with a focus on the City Christmas Tree and Ice Skating Rink.
8
Michigan Avenue Bridge
15 minutes
Walk down Chicago's Magnificent Mile Shopping and Light district
9
Daley Bicentennial Plaza
20 minutes
Enjoy Christkindlmarkt in Chicago
10
Jay Pritzker Pavilion
5 minutes
Gorgeous open air amphitheater
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