Underground Chicago PLUS RATS Tour

Overview

One of the fantastic things about Chicago’s downtown is its underside consisting of hidden streets, train stations, and pedestrian tunnels. It’s filled with innovative and interesting design features you won’t find in any other city, and much of it has its roots from more than a century ago!

Do you know who appreciates Chicago’s underbelly? Rats! These fascinating creatures have a lot in common with Chicago: they’re scrappy, they’re adaptable, they’re resilient, and their fates are thoroughly interconnected.

Underground Chicago (Plus Rats!) is a fun, one-of-a-kind tour experience where you’ll explore an underground labyrinth discovering features people rarely notice and the stories behind them. Along the way, you’ll hear lots of surprising RAT FACTS that will likely give you a new appreciation for these critters.

I hope you can join for this unique tour experience showcasing Chicago’s infrastructure and urban wildlife!

City: Chicago

Sun 29 Jun

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Starting at $30.00

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Sun 29 Jun

Starting at $30.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Your award-winning tour guide, Mike, makes architecture, design, and history fun and interesting.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides

What To Expect

Magnificent Mile

We open the tour with a beautiful view of Chicago before heading underground

Michigan Avenue Bridge

Get amazing views of the famous bridge's underside and along the Chicago River

Chicago Pedway

We'll explore this labyrinth of underground pedestrian tunnels that are filled with amazing artwork, like a collection of Victorian Era stained glass and a Chance the Rapper mural

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (23)

nickjS7062UI

Aug 2022

Great tour! Mike is awesome! He knows his stuff and is passionate about the subjects he speaks to. Would recommend!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thanks for the review! I’m glad you enjoyed the tour and hope to see you in future experiences!

kpktmd

Jul 2022

This was an absolutely amazing Underground Chicago tour (and Rats)! We didn't see any rats but there were several rat traps. There's a whole new "world" underground in Chicago which includes stained glass windows on display from the late 1800's and early 1900's. AND the very famous, original Billy Goat Tavern!! Mike is so knowledgeable, friendly, informative and personable. I highly recommend this tour or ANY of his tours.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thanks so much for your review! I really love this quirky tour and am so glad you appreciated it!