The best family-friendly activities in Chicago for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)
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The Chicago Theatre Tour Experience
A 60-75-minute guided, behind-the-scenes exploration of the historic Chicago Theatre, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Stand on the famed Chicago theatre stage and...
$32
Chicago River Fireworks Cruise
Enjoy the Navy Pier Fireworks from the Chicago River. A brief version of Wendella's Lake Michigan Fireworks Cruise, this experience is 45 minutes and does...
$32
Lake Michigan Skyline Cruise in Chicago
Embark on an unforgettable journey along Lake Michigan and marvel at Chicago's iconic lakefront sights and attractions. Cruise along Lake Michigan and enjoy stunning views...
$30
Discover the heart of Chicago’s Chinatown with your authentic history and culture tours, exclusively offered by the official Chinatown Visitor Center. Led by experienced local...
$30
This isn’t just a ghost tour, it’s a story-driven walk through one of Chicago’s most haunted landscapes, where real history and local legend collide. Unlike...
$30
Go beyond Capone. An expert guides uncovers the Beer Wars, the ambushes, and the brutal rivalries on these exact streets....
$30
Experience Chicago's legendary architecture and the exceptional architects who created this ever-changing legacy for all to admire. This family-friendly introduction to the Windy City's rich...
$28
Flyover in Chicago
The Flyover experience takes 30 minutes from beginning to end. First, on-the-ground stories connect you with the spirit of the Windy City. Then, you’ll discover...
$28
Our tours are not only personable (due to small group sizes), but also create an immersive experience with our knowledge and expertise in street art....
$27
Frank Lloyd Wright Robie House Admission
The Frederick C. Robie House on the University of Chicago campus is considered one of the most important buildings in the history of American architecture....
$27
Housed in the only remaining building from the 1893 World's Fair, Griffin MSI is a Chicago must-see. When visiting the largest science museum in the...
$26
No visit to Navy Pier is complete without a ride on the Centennial Wheel, Navy Pier's iconic, 200-foot-tall Ferris wheel, promising unparalleled views of Lake...
$24
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago, located at Schaumburg’s Streets of Woodfield shopping center, is a 30,000-square-foot indoor LEGO playground designed for families with children aged 2...
$23
Step inside a unique and fascinating journey through Chicago’s premier indoor mushroom farm, as seen on FX/Hulu’s acclaimed series "The Bear," where our mushrooms were...
$20
Discover the elegance and beauty of Hanfu, the traditional clothing of ancient China, in this one-of-a-kind cultural experience here at our Chinatown Visitor Center! Step...
$20
In the heart of downtown Chicago, the American Writers Museum celebrates all genres of writing through interactive exhibits and programming. From Twain to Tupac, there's...
$16
The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) was founded in 1966 as the Chicago Architecture Foundation to save the historic Glessner House. Since then, the CAC has...
$15
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 offers a profound journey through the narratives of survival and resilience during the Holocaust and other genocides. This immersive experience...
$12
Discover more of Chicago beyond downtown with this convenient South Side open-top shuttle transfer. Travel from central Chicago to some of the city’s most important...
$10
Take your shot at completing this Chicago Scavenger Hunt around the Loop and River North neighborhoods including the Riverwalk. Complete this solo or build a...
$8
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime! Step aboard the iconic California-Chicago Train Expedition as we whisk you away on a journey that combines the...
$5
