Hidden gems: Sights & Landmarks in Chicago

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Chicago. This list contains 65 places from Sights & Landmarks category.

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United Bus Chicago
Bus charter
👍👍 This was such a great experience. Completely exceeded my expectations, the driver was super friendly and welcoming. Best part is the booking was easy to set up due to the great staff! Would book again.
5.00 (59 reviews)
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Total Charter Bus Chicago
Bus charter
👍👍 Total charter bus was fantastic in every way from start to finish. Highly recommend their service based on my experience in booking them for a tour in the city
5.00 (25 reviews)
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Chicago Dine-Around
Event management company
👍👍 We hosted a corporate event in Chicago last month and used Chicago Dine Around. We did the interactive dining experience and it provides friendly competition and is a great team building event. Brandon and his crew did an outstanding job. He had all the details planned out and the bus from the ho...
4.90 (75 reviews)
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USS Chicago Anchor
Historical place museum
👍👍 Excellent photo OP for your friends and family!
4.90 (60 reviews)
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Pagoda
Historical landmark
👍👍 Nice spot. Very relaxing. You can get the water taxi from here.
4.90 (23 reviews)
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Sverdloff Law Group, P.C.
Immigration attorney
👍👍 I recently had the privilege of working with Julia, an outstanding immigration lawyer who exceeded all of my expectations. From the moment I met her, it was evident that she is the most professional and qualified lawyer I have ever encountered. Julia's extensive knowledge and experience in immigrati...
4.80 (132 reviews)
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Chicago Harbor Lighthouse
Historical landmark
👍👍 The Chicago lighthouse came from Portland Oregon. Chicago Harbor Light House came to Chicago for the Columbian exposition in 1893 was relocated back for navigational light to the Chicago river in 1919.
4.80 (114 reviews)
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BP Pedestrian Bridge
Bridge
Winding 925-ft. pedestrian bridge with stainless steel panels, designed by Frank Gehry.
4.80 (110 reviews)
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Lakefront Park
Park
👍👍 Amazing park along the lake. First week of May was especially beautiful die to the blossoming trees. Many spots for a photoshoot. Very calming and chilling to seat by the lake with feet in the water. Feels good after a long city walk. There places to run and bike, smooth grass to lie down and e...
4.80 (109 reviews)
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Shoreline Sightseeing's Navy Pier RIVERFRONT Water Taxi Dock (SEASONAL: May 26 – Sep 3)
Taxi service
👍👍 This River tour is something I would recommend for everyone. The tour guy I forgot his name. But he is very good and passionate about his job. Telling us a real story about Chicago.
4.80 (94 reviews)
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Colvin House
Event venue
👍👍 Went to the Colvin House for Open House Chicago 2023. Very beautiful space.
4.80 (93 reviews)
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Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral
Eastern Orthodox Church
👍👍 Wonderful church!! Amazing architecture by Louis Sullivan and a nice friendly parish. The services are beautiful as well as the interior of the cathedral with old Russian icons and paintings. They have a good a capella choir. Highly recommend to visit. All services are in English.
4.80 (81 reviews)
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Chicago & Northwestern Railway Bridge
Historical landmark
👍👍 Great view of this bridge and the city from the Kinzie Street Bridge. There's also a nice little walking path near this bridge. The view of the city from this location is wonderful and probably one of the least known by tourists. It's well worth a walk around the area. There used to be the wonde...
4.80 (77 reviews)
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Rockefeller Memorial Chapel
Chapel
1928 Gothic chapel with an intricate tiled ceiling & stained glass, hosts regular concerts & tours.
4.80 (76 reviews)
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Chicago Greeter
Tour operator
👍👍 We chose Chicago Greeter in 2012 and our greeter was Ayanna Lewis. I've traveled all over the world and 11 years later, I still fondly think about this experience. It was one of the most enjoyable travel experiences that I've ever had, and it was FREE!!! She took us ALL over the city and she was so...
4.80 (74 reviews)
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Reid Murdoch Building
Historical landmark
👍 The view from chicago river makes your dining experience memorable.
4.80 (74 reviews)
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Chicago Water Tower
Historical landmark
👍👍 A Chicago historical landmark. A small sit down park in the heart of the city.. Beautifully kept year round..
4.80 (70 reviews)
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Clark Street Bridge
Bridge
😐 A good place to see the Chicago River.
4.80 (64 reviews)
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Heli Chicago
Helicopter tour agency
👍👍 Our flight was amazing as we were in the Ferrari of helicopters and the best pilot on the planet helped us create a custom flight where my boyfriend was able to open a special gift in a designated place in the air. A one of a kind experience. Simply breathtaking!
4.80 (64 reviews)
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Bridge over South Pond
Bridge
👍👍 Very nice park for a walk, day or night.
4.80 (64 reviews)
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