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Educational Tours and Field Trips in Chicago, Illinois

At Freedom Tours, we design fully customized Chicago student trips that spark curiosity, foster teachable moments, and create lifelong memories. Our custom tours will help your students understand how a small trading post in 1837 became the thriving metropolis we know today. From Indigenous Chicago and The Great Fire of 1871 to the construction of the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), your students will gain a respect for local history and spark a lifelong love of learning. See firsthand, Chicago’s iconic architecture, skyscrapers, and art culture. Contact Freedom Tours to start planning your students’ Chicago trip today!

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Why Choose Freedom Tours for Educational Tours in Chicago

Experience The Freedom Tours Difference — where exceptional service, seamless organization, and stress-free planning come standard. Here’s what sets us apart and keeps groups returning year after year:

 

  • Meticulously Planned Travel: Every tour is thoughtfully designed to ensure a smooth, educational, and memorable experience.
  • Complete Reservation Management: We handle all bookings — transportation, hotels, attractions, and dining — so you don’t have to.
  • Exclusive Vendor Partnerships: Our strong relationships with local vendors help us secure the best rates for your group.
  • Simplified Group Leader Experience: We collect all necessary information and paperwork — including permission slips, waivers, and allergy forms — through our secure online portal.
  • Online Payment System: Families can make payments directly through our convenient online platform, eliminating the need for teachers to handle money.
  • Teacher-Friendly Process: We manage the logistics, so educators can focus on teaching — not paperwork and planning.

Tour Destinations

Museum of Science & Industry

The Museum of Science & Industry is one of the largest science museums in the world, houses many exciting exhibits, including the U-505, the only German submarine in the United States, Steelmakers, and Coal Mine.

Field Museum

The Chicago Field Museum allows students the opportunity to engage with world cultures, nature, and science in various collections and exhibits. Learn about archaeological research, including dinosaurs, Earth science, plants, animals, and much more. Tour the museum on your own or opt for a virtual experience or guided tour.

Shedd Aquarium

Explore the aquarium to see well-known and unique sharks, penguins, reptiles, and marine species. The aquarium has several exciting exhibits that provide an in-depth look at habitats through Amazon Rising, At Home on the Great Lakes, and Wild Reef.

Skydeck

Skydeck offers three unique experiences in one: a museum, the view at the top, and The Ledge. Enjoy the view from the top of Willis Tower in Chicago when you step out on The Ledge – 1.5” glass ledge 103 floors high – and see up to four states. Your students will also learn about Chicago history in Skydeck’s interactive museum.

Architectural River Tour

All aboard to enjoy a unique city perspective from the Chicago River. A 60-minute Architecture River Tour showcases over 40 of the city’s most popular landmarks.

More Exciting Options for Educational Tours in Chicago

  • Adler Planetarium
  • Art Museum of Chicago
  • Shoreline Sightseeing
  • Hancock Observatory
  • Magnificent Mile
  • Millennium Park
  • Broadway Show
  • Wrigley Field (game or tour)
  • Soldier Field Stadium Tour
  • Lincoln Park Zoo
  • Medieval Times

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What does the trip cost include?

    Everything! We offer all-inclusive packages covering transportation, hotel accommodations, dining, activities, and events. 

  • How many participants do I need to book a trip?

    We typically accommodate larger groups with multiple buses. Please reach out to inquire about bringing a group of less than 40 people to discuss tour options!

  • How do I collect money from the students?

    You don’t! Freedom Tours has a secure online portal where families can make payments and complete necessary forms. 

  • Is there a tour manager on each trip?

    Yes – every tour is accompanied by one our experienced guides who manages logistics and ensures a calm and organized execution of the planned itinerary. 

Book a Student Trip to Chicago with Freedom Tours

Contact us today about an educational student trip to Chicago, Illinois, and we’ll help you craft a custom itinerary for your students! Freedom Tours offers education tours all over the US, and we have years of experience leading tours in every city we travel to. We’re also constantly expanding our tour offerings to include more destinations for students in all grades.   

 

We’d love to chat with you about your ideal student trip and answer questions you may have. Complete the Contact Form or call us at (859) 967-8747. Let’s get your school trip underway today!

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