Fun activities for couples in Illinois

Popular activities for couples in Illinois

Explore Chicago's legendary architecture and history.

Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Tour

1.5 hours

4.7
11068 reviews

$45.00

Chicago River Cruise

Chicago Architecture River Cruise

1 to 1.5 hours

4.8
17070 reviews

$39.00

Join us in the daytime or evening for City lights and breathtaking views

Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile

1 hour

4.6
3649 reviews

$28.00

Flyover in Chicago

0.5 hour

4.6
751 reviews

$27.95

Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Boat Tour

1.5 hours

4.8
1924 reviews

$33.30

360 panoramic views of the Chicago skyline at sunset.

Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise in Chicago

1.5 hours

4.5
1706 reviews

$45.00

Skyline Queen showcasing the Chicago Skyline!

Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise

1.5 hours

4.6
740 reviews

$46.00

Photo Ops Off the Bus

Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour

1.5 to 2 hours

4.5
3580 reviews

$49.00

See Chicago's magnificent skyline at night!

Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise

1.5 hours

4.4
446 reviews

$50.00

This tour cruises the Chicago River and Lake Michigan.

Chicago Lake and River Architecture Tour

1.5 hours

4.6
2455 reviews

$45.00

Lake Michigan Skyline Cruise in Chicago

0.5 to 1 hours

4.4
952 reviews

$34.00

Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission

0.5 to 1.5 hours

4.2
1939 reviews

$44.00

Taste deep-dish pizza, a Chicago-style hot dog, Italian beef, Garrett’s popcorn & the original 1893 brownie on our top-rated Chicago Food Tours—the ultimate Chicago Culinary Tour experience!

Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour

3 hours

4.8
2338 reviews

$84.99

Chicago Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

2 hours

4.8
234 reviews

$38.00

Chicago Architectural River Cruise

1.5 hours

4.6
861 reviews

$50.00

Chicago City Minibus Tour

2 hours

4.8
660 reviews

$49.95

You get to name your new Exclusive Scent

Chicago Perfume Making Classes on Magnificent Mile

1.5 hours

4.8
91 reviews

$85.00

A picture of Chicago Chinatown’s landscape shows vibrant streets, iconic arches, and rich culture—everything guests explore on our Chinatown Food Tours. Food Tours in Chinatown bring it all to life.

Chicago's Chinatown Food and Walking Tour

3 hours

4.9
815 reviews

$79.99

Total Chicago: From Architecture to Food

Chicago in a Day Walking Tour: Food, History & Architecture

4.5 hours

4.9
1405 reviews

$100.95

Historical and Architectural Chicago Fireboat River & Lake Cruise

2 hours

4.9
496 reviews

$47.00

Tips for couples visiting Illinois

When is the best time to visit Illinois?

The best time to visit Illinois is during the Spring months of April to June and the Fall months of September to October. These times of year offer milder temperatures with comfortable weather, making them ideal for exploring the sights and attractions of the city. Additionally, these months tend to be less crowded than the warmer months of summer.

What are some fun activities for couples in Illinois?

  • Hike Starved Rock State Park

  • Visit the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago

  • Explore the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

  • Stroll the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago

  • Take a Ferris Wheel Ride on Navy Pier in Chicago

What are some romantic date ideas in Illinois?

  • Go for a hike at Starved Rock State Park

  • Take a romantic walk along the Magnificent Mile in Chicago

  • Explore the outdoors at the Morton Arboretum in Lisle

  • Visit the Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford

  • Take a boat ride on the Chicago River

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