Overview
The perfect tour for first timers to Chicago or those who want to explore Chicago's famous foods along with the city's top attractions, all on one tour. Stroll through the beautiful streets of downtown Chicago & taste the Windy City’s favorite eats!
Bobby’s Bike Hike, whose food tours are ranked Top 10 in America by USA Today and Top 20 in the world by Tripadvisor, offers this ultimate food & walking tour to explore the foods Chicago made famous; a slice of deep-dish pizza, a Chicago-style hotdog, Italian beef, & brownies.
Bobby’s expert guides will lead you through downtown Chicago’s most iconic landmarks; Millennium Park, State Street, Chicago Theatre, Chicago Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue, & the Wrigley Building, all the while explaining the tales from Chicago’s rich food-centric history.
Enjoy your food tour & receive a bonus 2-hour FREE bike or kayak rental for each ticket bought, adding value to your experience. Bike along the Lakefront Trail or kayak on calm, clear Lake Michigan.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Delight in the famed deep-dish pizza at a Chicago pizza icon
Tantalize your taste buds with the renowned Chicago-style hot dog
Enjoy a Free 2-hour Bike Rental or Kayak Rental (weather permitting)
Sample the world's original brownie recipe
Indulge in 4-5 enticing food stops featuring iconic dishes
Receive insider tips on must-see attractions, activities, and culinary delights for your stay
Explore the city's incredible architecture, a harmonious blend of old and new
Food tasting
Savor a classic Italian beef sandwich
Join a local, professional English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
$10 per person (or more) recommended gratuity for guide (Cash, Venmo and PayPal)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
DAYTIME TOURS (11am & 11:30am) The entrance to Lou Malnati's is in the Wrigley Building, on the northside ground level. Your Guide will be wearing a Bobby's Bike Hike shirt with branded paddle.
End point
Home of the Original recipe brownie
Good to know
Lou Malnati's is the meeting point for the 11am and 11:30am tours: 410 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Gino's East is the meeting point for the 5:30pm tour: 162 E Superior St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled tour time
$10 per person (or more) suggested guide gratuity. Bring Cash, no ATM on site.
Wear comfortable clothing/shoes
Please use the Restroom before your arrival.
Tours run rain or shine
If you have dietary restrictions, please contact local operator by reaching out via email to reservations@bobbysbikehike.com after booking to confirm they can accommodate.
What to expect
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
20 min
Starting Point for 11am & 11:30am Daytime Tours only. Here you’ll meet your entertaining and energetic guide who will give you an introduction to Chicago’s epic history before indulging in a bubbling, cheesy, stuffed Chicago pizza pie
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Gino's East
20 min
Starting Point for 5:30pm Evening Tours only. Here you’ll meet your entertaining and energetic guide who will give you an introduction to Chicago’s epic history before indulging in a bubbling, cheesy, stuffed Chicago pizza pie
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The Magnificent Mile
20 min
Then, stroll down elegant Michigan Avenue and pass renowned local attractions before walking down the start of Route 66 to Max's Take Out, a quintessential Chicago hot dog stand that has stood the test of time. Inside, taste what makes Chicago's unique hot dog so special!
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Wrigley Building
5 min
Taste Chicago's iconic deep dish pizza at one of our most beloved pizza restaurants, and see the first major skyscraper north of the Chicago River.
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Billy Goat Tavern (Millennium Park)
15 min
A Chicago institution made famous by a popular SNL skill from the Belushi era. Here, you’ll feast on Chicago-style dogs, the totally unique Windy City interpretation of the hotdog.
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Bongiorno's Cucina Italiana & Pizzeria
15 min
Sink your teeth into a delicious Italian beef sandwich
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The Chicago Theatre
5 min
Chicago's iconic theatre Marquee on State Street.
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Chicago Pedway
5 min
During colder months, your guide will make use of the Chicago Pedway system, a network of tunnels, ground-level concourses and bridges that connects sites throughout Chicago’s central business district, to keep you as cozy as possible. During warmer times of the year, walk along the large scenic promenades of the Loop.
Expect to walk at a leisurely pace for 1.5 miles during the 2.5-hour tour, suitable for most fitness levels, with plenty of stops for tastings and photos. All tastings and beverages are included. Please give advance notice of any dietary restrictions. -
Jay Pritzker Pavilion
10 min
Designed by world-famous architect, Frank Gehry, The Pritzker Pavilion is a stunning and unique band shell located in Grant Park. The lattice tower of speaker systems ensures full volume for all spectators at countless summer concerts and movie screenings.
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The Loop
10 min
The Loop is Chicago’s bustling business district, named for its location within the rectangular convergence of multiple “El” train tracks.
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Cloud Gate
15 min
Cloud Gate, located within Millennium Park, is known affectionately as “The Bean” and debuted in 2006. Designed by famed Indian artist, Anish Kapoor, this giant, stainless steel masterpiece has become one of the most famous symbols of Chicago arts and culture.
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Crown Fountain
15 min
The Crown Fountain was designed by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa and features two fifty-foot tall statues of glass brick that showcase the LED faces of over 1000 Chicagoans laughing, smiling, and spitting.
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Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
9 min
Enjoy the original recipe brownie, which was first invented in Chicago for the 1893 World's Fair.
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Bobby's Bike Hike - Chicago Bike, Walking & Food Tours
9 min
FREE 2 HOUR BIKE or KAYAK RENTAL INFO:
As an additional perk for booking this particular tour, you will get a FREE 2-hour bike or kayak rental (to be used within (+/-) 3 days of your tour booking. Terms below:
To be used within +/- 3 days of your tour booking.
Bike rentals take place at Bobby’s Bike Hike World Headquarters, 540 N. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL60611. Bike shop is open year-round (excluding Thanksgiving & Christmas).
Kayak rentals take place at Ohio Street Beach, Bobby’s Kayak, 550 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. Kayak shop open mid-May to mid-October, weather dependent.
Offer excludes Saturday Bike/Kayak rentals between Memorial Day (end of May) Weekend to Labor Day (early September). Kayaking only available from June-September)
No discounts for not using this activity or issues due to weather restrictions. -
Millennium Park
30 min
A modern town square with a collection of art, architecture, and gardens that provides a stunning backdrop for hundreds of cultural events. Full tour of the park.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Chicago's famous foods are built on grit, hard work, and on the backs of labor. They are not for everyone, so come with an open mind as we visit Chicago hot dog stand, Deep dish pizza joint, Italian Beef sample, and the original brownie..
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour
Can I cancel Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
DAYTIME TOURS (11am & 11:30am) The entrance to Lou Malnati's is in the Wrigley Building, on the northside ground level.
What's included?
- Delight in the famed deep-dish pizza at a Chicago pizza icon
- Tantalize your taste buds with the renowned Chicago-style hot dog
- Enjoy a Free 2-hour Bike Rental or Kayak Rental (weather permitting)
- Sample the world's original brownie recipe
- Indulge in 4-5 enticing food stops featuring iconic dishes
- Receive insider tips on must-see attractions, activities, and culinary delights for your stay
- Explore the city's incredible architecture, a harmonious blend of old and new
- Food tasting
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- $10 per person (or more) recommended gratuity for guide (Cash, Venmo and PayPal)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Gino's East, The Magnificent Mile, Wrigley Building, Billy Goat Tavern (Millennium Park), Bongiorno's Cucina Italiana & Pizzeria, The Chicago Theatre, Chicago Pedway.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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