Explore Budget-Friendly Chicago: Your Ultimate Guide to the Windy City’s Hidden Gems Excerpt: Dive into the heart of the Windy City without emptying your wallet! Our insider guide to Budget-Friendly Chicago reveals how to enjoy the city’s best sights, tastes, and experiences on a dime. Introduction Chicago, a city famed for its towering skyscrapers and gusty breezes, often carries the misconception of being pricey. However, “Budget-Friendly Chicago” isn’t just a hopeful notion—it’s a reality waiting to be explored. If you’re keen on experiencing the city’s vibrant culture and stunning a ..read more

When it comes to Chicago, visitors often think of iconic skyscrapers and the gleaming Cloud Gate, affectionately known as “The Bean.” However, set within the bustling streets of the Loop are hidden gems that offer a unique taste of the city far beyond its towering marvels. Perfect for those seeking to enrich their Chicago walking tours, this guide uncovers six extraordinary spots each with its own charm. Let’s dive into the heart of Chicago and discover what lies beyond the familiar silhouettes. Free Chicago Walking Tours offers scheduled tours all over Chicago, including the Loop. Reserve you ..read more

Famously called the Windy City, Chicago is a world-renowned metropolitan area with great food, attractions, and people! In 2016, nearly 54 million visitors, both from the US and abroad, visited this magnificent city. Whether you’re here for business or for pleasure, Chicago has something for lovers of culture, art, music, food, and sightseeing. The third largest city in the USA, Chicago is also home to many world-famous museums and parks, including Lincoln Park, Museum Campus, and the Art Institute of Chicago. However, many people assume that traveling to Chicago is an expensive venture. This ..read more

Chicago is a city that truly comes to life during the summer season. With its picturesque lakefront, vibrant neighborhoods, world-class museums, and delicious cuisine, it’s no wonder that Chicago is a top destination for travelers seeking to enjoy the warm weather and all that the city has to offer. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the reasons why Chicago is so special to visit in the summer and why it’s a perfect destination for anyone looking for an exciting and memorable vacation. The weather Chicago is known for its harsh winters, but in the summertime, the city really shines. The ..read more

Free Chicago Walking Tours has been designing, writing and delivering walking tours in Chicago since 2015. We want each of our guests to have an amazing time when they take a tour with us. Our reviews speak for themselves, guests enjoy our tours. But we are a small company and our Free Chicago Walking Tours calendar doesn’t always align with our guests schedule. if our tours do not work out for you here is what to look for when trying to find the next best walking tour in Chicago, whether the tour is a free tour or a paid tour. When looking to book a walking tour in Chicago, it’s important to ..read more

Chicago is a city known for its stunning architecture, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. However, what many visitors and locals may not realize is that the city is also home to an incredible array of public parks, from large urban greenspaces to beautiful beachfront areas. Whether you’re looking for a place to relax, explore, or simply take in the beauty of nature, Chicago’s parks have something for everyone. In fact, Chicago has a long history of valuing public greenspaces, with nearly 600 parks and over 8,000 acres of parkland throughout the city. This dedicat ..read more

Chicago is one of the most beautiful and exciting cities in the United States and is well worth a visit for any travel enthusiast. That being said, it’s also quite a large and expensive city, almost overwhelmingly so. If you’re a budget traveler looking to save money without sacrificing an unforgettable traveling experience, it can be difficult to know where to stay, what to eat, and what to do during your trip to Chicago. Don’t worry, our Ultimate Chicago Budget Travel Guide will show you the ins and outs of the best that Chicago has to offer. Accommodation: Where to Stay in Chicago on a Budg ..read more

A big shout out and thank you to Nikola at Structure Photography (http://www.structurephotography.org) for braving the elements with one of our Free Chicago Walking Tours and sharing some incredible pictures he captured while visiting Chicago. He shows that even on a not-so-perfect-day you can still get your great shot. About Structure Photography & Nikola Olic Nikola Olic is a photographer living and working in Dallas, Texas, focusing on architectural photography and abstract structural quotes that reimagine their subjects in playful, dimensionless and disorienting ways. His photography h ..read more

FREE CHICAGO WALKING TOURS EARNS 2018 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE Chicago, IL – 15, August, 2018– Free Chicago Walking Tourstoday announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence. Now in its eighth year, the achievement celebrates businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. Certificate of Excellence recipients include attractions, restaurants and accommodations located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience. “I’m really proud of our team,” said Jeff Mikos, Founder of Free Chicag ..read more

Summertime in Chicago is full of wonderful festivals and events that gain worldwide attention. One of those events is the Chicago Air and Water Show! The 2018 Chicago Air and Water Show is booked for Saturday, August 18th and  Sunday, August 19th. Open from 10 AM to 3 PM on both days, the Show will be at North Avenue Beach which is located at 1600 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60613. And of course, it’s FREE! This year is also the 60th anniversary, so be sure to attend as it will be filled with tons of surprises! Every two years, the Blue Angels from the U.S Navy, the Thunderbirds from the U.S ..read more