Winter in Chicago: Sightseeing

Author's note: This is the fifth in a series of posts about enjoying Chicago in the winter. The first post was an introduction to this series, the second post talked about Live Theater, the third was on Dance Performances, the fourth was about Music Concerts, the fifth was about Museums & Exhibitions, the sixth was on Festivals, RV Shows & Special Events, the seventh was about Sports & Recreation and the eighth is on Sightseeing.

Whether indoors or out, the list of things to do and see in Chicago this winter is endless! For additional event and attraction details, visit the city’s official tourism website www.ExploreChicago.org.

Sightseeing
Let a friendly, knowledgeable Chicago Greeter volunteer welcome you to the city with a guided walk. Customized for small groups up to 6 people, these FREE 2- to 4-hour visits are offered year-round on foot and public transportation. Register 7 to 10 days in advance and choose a neighborhood or an interest to explore, such as architecture, history, film or ethnic Chicago.

With 77 distinct communities in Chicago, there’s no limit to what you can discover, from rich histories to diverse cultural traditions, and hidden treasures to local landmarks. Chicago Neighborhood Tours leads you on guided excursions through affordable half-day motor coach trips. The 2012 season dates open with Taste of the Neighborhoods February 18 and The Great Migration: African-American Heritage February 25.