Skydeck Chicago: Entry Ticket
Desde36,07 €
— No ticket required
Free things to do in Chicago
You don't need a big budget to enjoy Chicago. These experiences are completely free to attend — though many still require you to reserve a spot in advance because capacity is limited.
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About this list
Why this shortlist
Free walking tours are the single most popular free activity in Chicago, and we list every reputable one in town. Many are tip-based, which means you pay what you think the tour was worth at the end.
Aside from walking tours, look for free museum entry days, open-air concerts, and self-guided routes with downloadable maps.
Shortlist
Free things to do in Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago: Fast Pass
Desde40 US$
The Field Museum of Natural History: Entry Ticket
Desde29 US$
360 Chicago Observation Deck: Entry Ticket
Desde30 US$
The Field Museum of Natural History: Pass
Desde42 US$
Chicago: Architecture River Cruise from Navy Pier
Desde39 US$
Chicago C3® CityPASS®: 3 Attractions of your choice
Desde109 US$
Chicago: 45 Minute Architectural Sightseeing Cruise
Desde28 US$
Museum Of Contemporary Art (MCA): Entry Ticket
Desde22 US$
Lake Michigan & Chicago River: 1.5-Hr Sightseeing Cruise
Desde46 US$
Navy Pier Centennial Wheel: Entry Ticket
Desde21,1 €
Museum of Illusions Chicago: Entry Ticket
Desde43 US$
Museum of Ice Cream Chicago: Entry Ticket
Desde43 US$
Chicago: 90 Minute Architecture Sightseeing Cruise
Desde45 US$
Flyover Experience in Chicago
Desde27,95 US$
Medieval Torture Museum: Entry Ticket
Desde35,83 US$
Chicago CityPASS®
Desde144 US$
Chicago: Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady
Desde57 US$
Chicago Explorer Pass: 2 to 7 Attractions including 360 Chicago
Desde84 US$
Chicago: 90-Minute Architecture Tour on the Lake & River
Desde45 US$
Chicago Crime & Mob Bus Tour: Criminals, Mobsters and Gangsters
Desde49 US$
Balloon Museum® Chicago: EmotionAir Exhibition Entry Ticket
Desde44,38 US$
Chicago History Museum: Entry Ticket
Desde19 US$
Lake Michigan & Chicago River: 75 Minute Speedboat Cruise
Desde72,34 €
Before you book
FAQ
- Are tip-based tours really free?
- Yes — there's no obligation to tip. Most guides survive on tips, though, so €5–€10 per person is the norm if you enjoyed it.