Private tour in Chicago Sylvie S

Take a four-hour drive to see famous Chicago Highlights

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Sylvie S.

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Hello! I can't wait to share my deep love of Chicago with you. An actor, photographer, and history buff who has called Chicago home all of my adult life, I revel in sharing stories about the Windy City -- and about the people who built it, made it their home, and left an indelible mark on it. Chicago has it all: a stunning skyline, an incredible shoreline, a vibrant art scene, a bustling theater and film community, and restaurants celebrating food from all corners of the world. Chicagoans love sports, too! Chicago is home to 77 (soon to 78) communities, all with distinct personalities and traits. We can't possibly visit them all at once, but I can certainly entice you so you come back and explore some more! Join me in the "city of big shoulders" for a visit filled with history, anecdotes, and beauty. All my tours can be customized upon request. While you see more than a dozen "set" tours -- also customizable -- , I have developed more than 70 entirely personalized tours for various individuals, couples, or groups, small and large. Just let me know what you are looking for, and I'll create a tour for you!

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Overview of your Chicago tour

Chicago: The city that Works. The City of Big Shoulders. No matter what you call it, it's a vibrant metropolis of 77 communities and I can't wait to introduce it to you! On this tour, we will have a car and driver take us around to see some of the most iconic places in the city, from our ever-growing skyline of stunning buildings, to our 26-mile lakefront where parks, beaches, and trails will transport you to another world. And we won't forget our world-renowned universities. We'll drive down the Mag Mile to the oldest spot in the city and travel to a few neighborhoods so you can experience our diversity. I will tell you about the great Chicago fire and how it reshaped the Windy City. About our pride in architectural firsts, and the depth of our culinary offerings, brought to us by wave after wave of immigrants from all over. We'll occasionally get out for photo ops and snacks, of course, and to stretch our legs. And since this is YOUR tour, we'll work together to personalize it before you book it.

Your Chicago tour itinerary

During the trip, we will see: - Parts of the 16. 4 miles of the DuSable LakeShore Drive - Michigan Avenue, from the Mag Mile to Millennium Park - Cloud Gate and Buckingham Fountain (optional) - Some of the magnificent lobbies of our downtown skyscrapers - The Museum Campus and Northerly Island - five or six of our neighborhoods (may include Chinatown, Pilsen, Old Town, Lincoln Park, Jackson Park, Hyde Park, Andersonville). Along the way, I will tell you stories about our first settlers (indigenous and non-native), about how our porous soil has made us creative with construction, and how we reversed the river so our drinking water could be clean! You'll hear about battles, race riots, how Jazz grew up here, and more. Stories abound about Chicagoans' ingenuity, as well as our challenges. Come join me on a trip down memory lane and in today's beautiful, vibrant Chicago! PS: I can adjust this tour so the luxury driver is a separate expense. For a group or four or less, I can rent a car and drive.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

I will pick you up from your hotel and drop you off back at your hotel after the tour in a rented car. We can also do the tour with a private car and driver, to be priced separately.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

We can start wherever you are staying.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Architecture
History
Art And Culture
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
943439
Languages
French
English
Activity level
Minimal
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Traveller reviews for this private tour in Chicago

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Who is this private tour in Chicago best suited for?

This private tour in Chicago is perfect for travellers who want a personalized experience of the city's top attractions. It's ideal for those interested in architecture, history, and diverse neighbourhoods, and who prefer the convenience of private transportation. Sylvie S. will tailor the tour to your interests, making it suitable for both first-time visitors and those looking to explore new aspects of the city.

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Hours icon 4 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-4 people
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Tour date
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