Chicago Film Location Tours: 14 to Book

1.BYOB Spray Paint and Sip at Studio W.I.P.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45Our pick

At Studio W.I.P. in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood, you’ll spend 90 minutes learning spray-paint and street-art techniques from local artists such as Izzy, Jason, or Justin. Bring your own drinks, choose from colorful stencils, and create a mini-canvas to take home. All skill levels are welcome.

“Izzy led an amazing class that promoted a fun and creative artistic process. One that embraces and accepts the unexpected “accidents” of learning a new art form. Izzy’s kind and positive demeanor led our class into a comfortable environment. One where we could let go of our expectations for what our art should be and experiment with what it could be. The facility was clean, spacious, and a beautiful collage of graffiti. They were able to provide a multitude of colors and stencils to facilitate any direction you wanted to take your art.”

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2.Chicago Fire TV Show Set Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Follow Chicago Fire filming locations with guide Deen on a roughly two-hour driving tour. See Molly’s exterior at Lottie’s Pub, the Fire Academy, Firehouse 51 when filming and station duties allow, plus the Bean, Museum Campus, and Chicago Cultural Center.

“Deen is an amazing tour guide and he has so much education and was so knowledgeable with all places that he shared with us on the tour! This tour went beyond our expectations and I would highly recommend it!”

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3.Chicago Fire TV Show Set Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43 reviews · 2 hours

Join Deen on a private two-hour Chicago Fire tour for up to three people. Visit Firehouse 51, the Chicago Fire Academy, Molly’s real-life pub, White Palace Grill, Millennium Park, and the Chicago Cultural Center, with pickup within five miles of downtown.

“The tour was great. He showed us not only the things related to One Chicago, but also many other sights. They were filming at the station so we couldn’t get inside, but we saw the actors shooting a scene. We got to go inside the fire academy though, which was also really interesting.”

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4.Marvels & Feats: An Engineer’s Tour of Chicago Architecture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $35Best value

Spend two hours with an engineer exploring Chicago’s Loop and Riverwalk. Guide Hillary brings early skyscraper design, uneven settling, floating foundations, gravity, and wind control down to earth, with interior visits and a final Chicago River view. The group is capped at 20.

“Very knowledgable and interesting. Hillary opened up our eyes to the early architecture of Chicago and introduced us to some of the hidden gems of the City.”

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5.Chicago Gangsters and Movies Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Join Andre for a 90-minute English walking tour linking Chicago Outfit stories with scenes from The Dark Knight, The Fugitive, The Untouchables, and more. See the Riverwalk, Rookery Building, Art Institute, Chicago Theatre, and Tiffany dome. Groups are limited to 25, with souvenir photos included.

“Had a really enjoyable tour with a small group which was great, Andre was very knowledgable & filled us in with loads of interesting facts & info. We struggled to find the meeting point, it was outside The Chase building, just up from the Chicago Cinema if you need a landmark.”

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6.Ferris Bueller Movie Tour at the Art Institute of Chicago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Join Kelli, a film Ph.D., for a 90-minute, small-group tour of the Art Institute of Chicago. You’ll visit three floors, see 16 works featured in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, watch short film clips, hear filming stories, and finish near the Chagall windows. Museum admission costs extra.

“Had friends in from out of town. Chose this tour because we all lived the movie. Great tour guide. Really knew a lot about the art and the film.”

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7.Downtown Chicago TV and Movie Sites Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44

Spend about two hours walking from Michigan Avenue to Union Station, seeing Chicago locations from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Public Enemies, Ocean’s 11, and The Dark Knight. A guide, including Dan on some departures, adds film facts and city context. Expect up to 35 people and several short walks between stops.

“Fun and interesting, the tour gives lots of tidbits from history and from some of your favorite films.”

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8.Downtown Chicago TV & Movie Filming Locations Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · 2 hours · from $43

Meet actor-guide Dan at Roosevelt University for a two-hour English walking tour through Chicago movie and TV locations. See sites tied to Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Dark Knight, Public Enemies, Ocean’s Eleven, The Bear, and more, with behind-the-scenes stories along the way.

“Guida Dan bravissimo ha preso anche più tempo del previsto dovreste fare questo tour era molto competente ed è un attore lui stesso di serie importanti come shameless”

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9.Chicago P.D. TV Show Set Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

You’ll ride with a driving guide to Chicago P.D. locations including Lottie’s Pub, Firehouse 51, District 21, the Fire Academy, Museum Campus, Millennium Park, and the Cultural Center. Pickup is included within five miles of downtown, with bottled water provided.

“Best activity ever! My husband is a Chicago PD fan and he LOVED this tour. Such a cool opportunity to see some of what’s seen on the tv program. So glad we had the experience and would definitely recommend the tour. A must see if you love Chicago PD.”

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10.Mobsters and Movies Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · from $35

Walk from the Chicago Riverwalk through downtown with a trained historian guide, tracing Al Capone, Dillinger, and The Outfit alongside scenes from The Dark Knight, Ferris Bueller, The Blues Brothers, and The Untouchables. The tour ends beneath the world’s largest Tiffany glass dome.

“The tour guide made it really interesting and got the point across.”

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11.Chicago’s Midway, Movies, and the 1893 World’s Fair Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Join guide Kelli for a 90-minute walk through Chicago’s Midway, where Lorado Taft, silent-film history, 19th-century movie devices, and the 1893 World’s Fair come together. Expect photos, film clips, practical storytelling, and a maximum group size of four.

“Fun walk through Chicago learning about the city, movies, and history. Kelli had great visuals and kept us warm and dry in Feb with knowing how to navigate underground walkways.”

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12.Harry Potter Shop Chicago: Magical Brew Bundle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Spend about one to two hours exploring Harry Potter Shop Chicago at your own pace. Your $75 package includes admission, an exclusive Goblet of Fire Wand, and a draft or frozen Butterbeer in a souvenir mug. Expect themed displays, Chicago-only merchandise, and mobile entry.

“The Harry Potter Shop in Chicago is a delightful retreat from the bustling streets of downtown, immersing visitors in the enchanting world of wizardry. From the moment you arrive, the ambiance works its magic—the shop's decor and layout successfully transport you straight into scenes from Hogwarts. The **Stag Patronus** outside is a mesmerizing touch, especially at night, drawing lines of eager fans day and night. Inside, highlights include the **Triwizard Cup**, complete with mystical blue flames, and themed sections dedicated to the Hogwarts houses, **Honey Dukes**, and **Ollivanders**, making the experience feel truly spellbinding.”

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13.Harry Potter Shop Chicago: Confectionary Collection

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Visit Harry Potter Shop Chicago for themed rooms, movie props, exclusive merchandise, and Butterbeer treats. The $39 mobile-ticket experience takes about one to two hours. Plan extra time for the Butterbeer Bar, where frozen Butterbeer and Butterbeer ice cream are popular choices.

“WE didn't buy the tickets...we just went in and got the butter beer. It was so good. Pretty pricey. It was a long line for the cafe and bathrooms. The store was really crowded and the two clothing items my kids wanted were out of their size. And, not sold online. Neat atmosphere if you are into HP.”

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14.Private Downtown Chicago TV and Movie Sites Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $132

Follow a private English-speaking guide through downtown Chicago film locations, including Willis Tower, the Auditorium Theatre, a library from Ocean’s Eleven, Ferris Bueller’s parade street, and Harvey Dent’s office from The Dark Knight. Guide Dan is known for sharp stories, city tips, and extra movie connections.

“My boyfriend and I had an awesome tour of Chicago with this company. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to take a lot of pictures and hear a lot of behind the scence information about shows and movies that were made in the area! Every part of our tour was wheelchair accessible. We had a blast!”

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