Private tour in Chicago Nancy K

Chicago Highlights Overview: Hop-on Tour

4.9

(19) reviews

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Nancy K.

5.0

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I am an enthusiastic guide to the beautiful, fun, architecturally and historically significant city of Chicago. I love sharing my favorite City and meeting visitors. Finding out why you are visiting, seeing all that is unique about Chicago through your eyes makes this a great experience for me, too! I especially enjoy tailoring tours to your interests. Whether on foot, using public transportation, driving in my vehicle (van available for up to 6) or on your bus/vehicle, I will make sure you fall in love with this great city. I have lived in or near Chicago for most of my life. My perspective is enhanced by my degree in Urban Planning, time spent living in other cities and my passion for travel. I have experienced Chicago while single, as part of a couple, with my family of five and now as a couple again as we moved back into the City as empty nesters. I thoroughly enjoy exploring the many facets of Chicago, am comfortable navigating the city and enjoy showing it off. I take great pleasure in sharing any and all information at my finger tips to assure everyone maximizes all Chicago has to offer during their entire stay. You will get a copy of Nancy's Notes to enhance your time here. And I will take your pictures so your entire group is in the picture. If you are seeking someone who is dependable, fun, an excellent communicator and is ready to tailor your tour of Chicago to your needs and appetites - you have found her here. CTPA member, Chicago Greeter (over 400 hours of tours specializing in Millennium Park, Loop and RiverWalk tours)

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Overview of your Chicago tour

I will take the microphone on your tour bus and guide the driver as your group sits back and enjoys an overview of Chicago. If your group is arriving from suburbs or other location outside the city, I will set a city meeting and ending location with you. I share the history of Chicago through our iconic flag so we often begin in the loop (business district) near the birthplace of the City where the River meets Lake Michigan. I enjoy sharing stories of the city I call home as we trace the history of the city to the south side Hyde Park site of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition and then follow how the city expanded north. Our time can provide opportunities for brief walks and discussions of Chicago's history, beauty, art, architecture and culture. The maximum size of the group is 55 for large buses. Generally tours cover the core of the City and the lakefront to show many icons of Chicago but customizing for your group and learning their interests is my specialty and my pleasure.

Recent Reviews

Primila R.United States
December 2025

Nancy’s warmth and obvious love for what she does and for Chicago were apparent from the beginning. Nancy also established a great rapport with the tour driver which made the movement from the different points, very seamless. We learnt so much about Chicago in comfort. This was a gift for our brother on his 65th and he enjoyed the custom tour immensely. Connecting with Nancy was effortless as she responds quickly and provides excellent information and advice to ensure the entire experience is memorable. We will be returning to this great city and will be sure to have Nancy customize another tour for us. Nancy, we appreciate all the effort you put in to make Sunday a day we will not forget.

Jason H.United States
October 2025

Nancy did an amazing job with our group!! She is full of energy and you can tell she loves Chicago. She communicated well with our tour group and they gained so much information about Chicago. We will use Nancy in the future!!

Jeff B.United States
July 2023

Nancy was great with communication in planning and was waiting for our bus when we pulled up. She spoke clearly and was easy to understand, gave great instructions to the driver and was clearly very proud and knew her city very well. Extremely informative with a wonderful sense of humor. I've designed and operated motor coach tours for 42 years and can highly recommend Nancy with A+++ confidence :) YO NANCY !!!

Elizabeth H.United States
October 2022

Our Tour Guide was Nancy Kalchbrenner. She did a 3 hour tour for the 8 of us on Sept. 29. Nancy's tour was WONDERFUL. She included interesting bits of info in her talk that made the tour very fun. Working with her in preparing for the tour was very easy. My 4 siblings and I, and our spouses, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves thanks to Nancy. I would highly recommend her to others. She is a good representative of Tours by Locals. Thank you again Nancy for a great time.

Patricia L.United States
August 2022

Nancy had a great personality and kept our Middle School students involved in the Chicago City tour. She is very knowledgeable and we would definitely hire her again.

Answorth R.United States
April 2022

Nancy K., did an an awesome job. The Memphis Line Dance Connection was very satisfied with her services as the Tour Guide! We most certainly will use her the next time we bring a group to Chicago.

Your Chicago tour itinerary

Priced for 10 - available for groups including full size coach buses for 55 people. Advise and guide will provide custom proposal. May include but not limited to the historical city center, the new, popular west side, the south side Hyde Park site of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition and north along the Lake Front which includes a stop at the Museum campus with its breathtaking view of the city. Our trip will span much of the 18 mile long Lake Shore Drive along beautiful Lake Michigan leading to the 1200 Lincoln Park area on the north side.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This tour is geared toward the guide joining a bus tour. Larger vehicles are fine - just need to do custom proposal for the numbers. PA system is required.

What's included
Other: One copy of Nancy's Notes - 3 pages of ideas for your stay in Chicago.
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
58808
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal

Traveller reviews

4.9

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Who is this private tour in Chicago best suited for?

This private tour in Chicago is perfect for travellers interested in exploring the city's history, art, architecture, and culture. It's ideal for groups who want a comprehensive overview of Chicago, including its iconic landmarks and beautiful lakefront. Nancy K. specializes in customizing the tour to match your group's interests, making it a great choice for those looking to connect with a local expert.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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