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Chicago Self-Guided Audio Tour

3.9(9 reviews)
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About This Tour

Discover Chicago like never before with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm, lingering at fascinating locations or moving swiftly through others as your interests guide you. Our expertly crafted audio experience unveils exclusive historical insights and hidden stories that even longtime residents don't know, transforming you from tourist to insider as you uncover the authentic soul of the Windy City. Unlike rigid group tours that rush you past remarkable details, you'll have the flexibility to choose which attractions captivate you most, creating a personalized journey that matches your curiosity and schedule perfectly. You'll experience the city as locals do – unhurried, authentic, and deeply connected to the stories that shaped this magnificent metropolis, all while enjoying a superior experience that combines the convenience of independence with the depth of expert knowledge.

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Chicago Self-Guided Audio Tour
From $6.00
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Number of travelers
1
Estimated Total:$6.00

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What's Included

Private access links validity up to 6 days
Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for 15 attractions
Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 15 attractions with audio guide individually

What's Not Included

Entry fees (wherever required)
Transportations (pick-up and drop-off)

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
1. Complete Flexibility - Tour at Your Own Pace: This is a self-guided audio tour, NOT a GPS-guided tour. You have complete freedom to choose which attractions to visit, explore in any order you prefer, start and finish wherever you like, and even split the tour across multiple days. Spend as much time as you want at each location and take breaks whenever needed.
2. How You'll Receive Your Tour Materials: On your selected travel date, before your start time, you'll receive your private access links through your booking platform's messaging system. Link 1 provides your complete audio guide playlist featuring all attractions, and Link 2 gives you your interactive itinerary map with individual guides for each location. Simply click each link and select "Proceed to external site" to access your materials—your links lead directly to trusted platforms (SoundCloud and Google Maps) where your private tour content is hosted. Your private access links remain valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days), giving you complete flexibility to explore at your own pace. If you experience any difficulty accessing your audio guides or itinerary map, please contact us and we'll be happy to assist you.
3. Using Your Audio Guides (Link 1 - SoundCloud): Open the SoundCloud link in your web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.). You'll see a playlist of all attraction audio guides organized in a suggested order. You can listen before your tour to plan which attractions interest you most, or play them as you arrive at each location. Simply scroll through the playlist, tap any attraction to play its audio guide, and use play/pause controls as needed throughout your tour.
4. Using Your Interactive Map (Link 2 - Google My Maps): Open the Google My Maps link in your web browser - not the Google Maps app. You'll see all attractions marked with headphone icons. Navigate by either tapping directly on any headphone icon on the map, or tapping the tour title below the map to view a complete list of attractions. When you select an attraction, a popup window appears with a clickable link to that location's audio guide.
5. What to Bring & Prepare: Essential items: headphones/earphones, fully charged smartphone, and internet access. Before your visit, review both links to familiarize yourself with the attractions and audio content, then decide your priorities and create your own route or follow our suggested order.

Meeting Point

Since this tour is a self-guided audio tour, you can decide your starting point and ending point as per your convenience.

Special Instructions

Notice Regarding Audio Guide Access: IMPORTANT: This is NOT a GPS-guided tour. You control where to go and what to listen to. STEP 1 - RECEIVE ACCESS LINKS: On your selected tour date, before your start time, you'll receive access links via booking platform messaging system / iMessage / WhatsApp (if provided) with 2 important links: * Link 1: Audio Content (SoundCloud) * Link 2: Interactive Map (Google My Maps) STEP 2 - PREVIEW AND PLAN (Before or During Your Visit) ✓ Click Link 1 to access all audio guides on SoundCloud ✓ Listen to individual attraction guides or the entire tour ✓ Use this to familiarize yourself with the content at your convenience ✓ Click Link 2 to view the interactive Google My Maps ✓ See all attraction locations marked as points on the map STEP 3 - PLAN YOUR ROUTE ✓ Use both links to decide which attractions you want to visit ✓ Choose your preferred starting point ✓ Decide if you want to follow our suggested order or create your own route ✓ Prioritize attractions based on your interests STEP 4 - EXPLORE THE CITY 1. Use the Google My Maps link to navigate between attractions 2. At each location, click the corresponding map point 3. The relevant audio guide will play directly 4. Move at your own pace between stops YOUR FLEXIBILITY: ✓ Start and finish anywhere you prefer ✓ Visit attractions in any order ✓ Take breaks whenever needed ✓ Spend more time at favorite locations ✓ Split the tour across 6 days WHAT TO BRING: * Headphones/Earphones * Fully charged smartphone * Internet access CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Contact us for assistance - we're here to ensure you have a smooth experience.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Tour Operator

Uvamai Niche Tourism

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Guest Ratings

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Based on 9 verified reviews

3.9

Average rating

5
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3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicago Self-Guided Audio Tour

Who operates this experience?

This experience is operated by Uvamai Niche Tourism, a local sightseeing provider in Chicago.

What's included?

This tour includes Private access links validity up to 6 days, Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for 15 attractions, and Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 15 attractions with audio guide individually. All inclusions are provided by the tour operator.

How long does this experience take?

The experience lasts approximately 3 hours to 9 hours, giving you time to fully enjoy your chosen activity.

Can I cancel this tour?

What should I bring?

We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and weather-appropriate clothing. All necessary equipment is provided.

Will I receive instant confirmation?

Yes, you'll receive instant confirmation when you book.

What to expect on this tour?

This sightseeing experience lasts approximately 3 hours to 9 hours and includes all necessary equipment and guidance. You'll have access to Private access links validity up to 6 days and more.

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Dest ID: 673 (Chicago)
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