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Chicago Suburbs Hidden Gems Small-Group Tour

TourTruth score 6.8 out of 10

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7 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Chicago
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Chicagoland landmarks, the Home Alone house, and Chicago Botanic Garden on a small-group tour with hotel pickup.

About this tour

Discover cultural landmarks, movie nostalgia, and peaceful gardens on a Chicago Suburbs Hidden Gems Small-Group Tour. With hotel pickup at 9 a.m., travel through Chicagoland in an air-conditioned vehicle and see a surprising mix of sights beyond the city center.

Admire the detailed architecture of BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, often called the Taj Mahal of Illinois, then stop at the miniature Leaning Tower of Niles. Spend an hour shopping or having lunch at Westfield Old Orchard Center before visiting the striking Bahá’í House of Worship. Take a scenic drive along North Sheridan Road and see the Home Alone house, a memorable stop for fans of the film. At Chicago Botanic Garden, enjoy seasonal tulips or the tranquil Japanese Garden. The tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or Navy Pier.

A live English-speaking guide, admission, parking, and a photographer are included. Choose this Chicago Suburbs Hidden Gems Small-Group Tour for an easygoing day of architecture, scenery, and local favorites.

Highlights

  • Admire the ornate BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, known as the Taj Mahal of Illinois
  • See the miniature Leaning Tower of Niles
  • Browse and enjoy lunch at Westfield Old Orchard Center
  • Visit the Bahá’í House of Worship and drive along North Sheridan Road
  • Spot the Home Alone house and explore Chicago Botanic Garden

What's included

Included

  • General admission ticket
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Free photographer
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking fees

Not included

  • Gratuity or tip

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Important information

  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; infants ride free, with a limit of one per adult
  • The tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Pets are not allowed
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • The vehicle depends on group size
  • The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.43 on Viator (GetYourGuide shows no usable rating). Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.8.

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