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Looking for an exciting, historical way to explore Chicago this weekend? The Chicago History Museum’s got your back!<\/h2>\n

Take a break from the party scene this weekend and explore the historic stories lying within the city! There are over 40 tours to choose from!<\/p>\n

The tours will take place on Saturday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15.<\/p>\n

Which of the 40 tours should you choose from? Here’s the list of available tours we’re interested in!<\/p>\n

Saturday Tours<\/h2>\n

\"Explore<\/a><\/p>\n

History Fit Tour
\n<\/strong>Running Tour | 9 a.m. | $15 | Meeting Location:\u00a0Chicago History Museum – 1601 N. Clark St.
\nFor the running buffs, this tour offers a truly unique opportunity – you get to learn about the early rich and famous Chicago residents, all while running! You’ll run at a casual pace for 75 minutes over a 3-mile span.<\/p>\n

Historic Sips Tour
\n<\/strong>Trolley Tour | 11 a.m. | $25 | Meeting Location: Chicago History Museum – 1601 N. Clark St. | Must be 21+
\nLooking for the perfect hangover remedy? The Historic Sips Tour may have the perfect solution for you! This Old Town tour will uncover healing spots, local cures, and teach tour goers the history of drinking in Chicago.<\/p>\n

Neighborhood Walking Tour – Sheffield Stroll
\n<\/strong>Walking Tour | 2 p.m. | $20 | Meeting Location: Fullerton L stop (street level entrance)
\n<\/em>Walk through the history of the Sheffield\/Depaul neighborhood as you’ll visit Hollywood film sites and Victorian architecture. Also, learn more about the history of the early German settlers. End the tour off right by grabbing a drink at Kelly’s Pub.<\/p>\n

Dark Side of History Tour – Ghost Hunt
\n<\/strong>Trolley Tour | 8 p.m. | $40 | Meeting Location –\u00a0Chicago History Museum – 1601 N. Clark St.
\nLooking for a good scare? Hunt down the ghosts of Chicago through visiting sites like\u00a0John Dillinger\u2019s death site, the Devil Baby of Hull-House, and the ghosts of Lake Michigan. You can even grab a “spirit” on this tour. Stops will also be made at\u00a0Congress Plaza Hotel, Billy Goat Tavern and Tonic Room.<\/p>\n

Sunday Tours<\/h2>\n

\"Explore<\/a><\/p>\n

Spotlight Walking Tour – Early Bird Chicago
\n<\/strong>Walking Tour | 8 a.m. | $25 | Meeting Location: Fairmont Hotel lobby – 200 N Columbus
\nEnjoy Chicago trivia, fun facts, and stories while visiting Chicago hot spots, like the Cloud Gate, on this early morning walking tour. The tour will run for approximately 90 minutes and will cover 1-1.5 miles.<\/p>\n

History Fit Tour: Wet and Wild Chicago<\/strong>
\nBike Tour (Helmets required<\/em>) | 9:30 a.m. | $25 | Meeting Location:\u00a0Chicago History Museum – 1601 N. Clark St.
\nRide through the Lincoln Park and Gold Coast neighborhoods and enjoy fountains, sculptures and monuments along the way. The tour will run approximately 2.5 hours.<\/p>\n

Dark Side of History – Crime in the Capone Era<\/strong>
\nBus Tour | 2 p.m. | $55 | Meeting Location: Chicago History Museum – 1601 N. Clark St.
\nVisit the infamous gangster sites while learning about the legendary characters and illegal operations of this age. The tour will run approximately 3.5-4 hours and will make 3-5 stops.<\/p>\n

Been to any of Chicago 24’s other tours? Let us know which one you liked the best below!<\/p>\n

Check out the Chicago 24’s\u00a0tour schedule<\/a>\u00a0for more fun, historic tours.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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