Tour guide in Chicago Bob K.

Chicago, United States

English

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Since Jan 15, 2020

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I'm Bob K., your private tour guide in Chicago

Guide #45145

5.0 (100)

The Experience Create your own memories, giving you a front row seat, Making you the Star in your own movie! Hello my name is Bob , a life long adventurer & avid traveler. I will make your time in Chicago a very special time to treasure. Born & raised in the City, I know that I can open doors to a one of a kind memorable experience. I am an Artist having traveled all over the U. S. doing Art Fairs & internationally as Artist for Club Med. I have an intimate vision & understanding of what visiting & touring a new place is all about. I was artist for the State of Illinois. Artist in residence for the development of the Museum Campus. I have a Master's in Historic Preservation from the Art Institute of Chicago. After 20 years, I recently retired from the City of Chicago as Director of Community Outreach. My intimate knowledge of the inner workings of the city allow me to offer a total immersive experience, not available on other tours. From wherever you come from, I will make you feel comfortable, safe and at home. I was artist for the State of Illinois for the turn of the Century I was Artist in Residence for the development of the Museum Campus I recently retired from the City of Chicago , after 20 years as Director of Community Outreach Worked closely with the mayor's wife, Maggie Daley on art projects for Youth throughout the city. I am considered a great raconteur & storyteller. Some tours will use transportation either Uber or I will get a car.

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  • Sharon F.
    May 2026

    Wonderful few hours with a wonderful and knowledgeable artist. My husband and I had the opportunity to tour the Art Institute with Bob. What a treat. Bob is knowledgeable, informative, enthusiastic and an extremely down to earth individual. We have no hesitance in highly recommending this tour and we hope to take another tour with Bob when we are next in Chicago.

    Replied from Bob K.

    Thank you for your wonderful review! Look forward to meeting again. Always Bob

  • Kimberly F.
    May 2026

    The Oak Park and Frank Lloyd Wright home tour with Bob was fantastic. The highlight of our week long trip to Chicago. Truly! Bob is a Chicagoan and knows every building to and from Oak Park (and I'm sure beyond). He's an artist himself and knows a plethora of information about architecture and the art scene in the past and present. Well, actually about any scene in...

    Replied from Bob K.

    You are the Best!!! Thank you!!! I enjoyed my time with you guys!

  • Beth W.
    May 2026

    Great overview of Chicago and its many neighborhoods - tales from the past to current culture. Bob left us wanting to come back and peel away another layer of each.

    Replied from Bob K.

    It was a pleasure meeting you both!

  • Ross R.
    April 2026

    Bob is extremely knowledgeable. We had a great time touring the historic sites.

    Replied from Bob K.

    Thank you