Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour
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Is Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour worth booking?
Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour is a 1-hour experience in Chicago, United States, from $125 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $125 per person
Our knowledgeable and licensed guide will drive you between each location in an open air motorized pedicab! Also a great option for anyone with mobility impairment as we do all the moving for you! History, architecture,
What you get
About this experience
Our knowledgeable and licensed guide will drive you between each location in an open air motorized pedicab! Also a great option for anyone with mobility impairment as we do all the moving for you! History, architecture, photo opportunities, time in the park and the lakefront, this tour checks all the boxes as we take you to all of our favorite spots. You will walk away with great memories and our guide will be sure to help you capture them. We cover the area of Lincoln Park but can extend your tour and see nearly anything in Chicago you would like to see. Examples include our Save Ferris tour package that recreates Ferris Bueller's Day Off complete with stops at Wrigley Field, Chicago River and The Chicago Art Institute or our Food Tour based of Hulu's hit Chicago show The Bear!
What's included
Included
- Photo stops at park and city highlights
- Private transportation
- Entry tickets to Lincoln Park Conservatory and Lily Pool (where available)
- Licensed, expert guide with local stories
Not included
- Snacks
- Admission to other attractions not listed
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Lincoln Park
The center of our tour and the second most visited park in the Country! Did you know Lincoln Park is BIGGER than Central Park!? (27 percent bigger). It's a lot to cover but our motorized Pedicabs make quick work getting you to each iconic destination hidden within.
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Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool
This is one of the most hidden and most beautiful spots in all of Chicago. A lily pond gated and tucked away, thermally heated from below and built in the 1940s with exotic plants from all over the world. This design is intended to “mimic a riverformed by a melting glacier’s flow of water cutting through limestone” according to Julia Brachrah, the Chicago Park District historian. The architect behind this beautiful pond, Alfred Caldwell, said that he'd planned the it as "a hidden garden of the people of Megalopolis," and in many ways that's exactly what it is today. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through here as one of the many stops on our tour.
10 minutes here
Lincoln Park Conservatory
A botanical garden housed in a one of the most stunning structures in the city, a 19th century glasshouse displaying a massive array of plants complete with a world famous Palm House and Orchid room. This stop isn't just for plant lovers, even the kids get a kick out of these ornately decorated gardens.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Fullerton Beach
No tour is complete without cruising up and down Chicago's iconic lakeshore path, enjoy the drop in temp as your tour guide gets you right up next to the waves (yes, Lake Michigan often has waves!) We usually take a trip over to the beach on every tour for photos and if it's nice enough you can plan ahead with your tour guide to take a quick dip!
10 minutes here
Couch Mausoleum
One of the oldest standing structures in all of Chicago and definitively the oldest above ground structure in Lincoln Park, this tomb contains the remains of Ira Couch. The couch family gave up tending to this mausoleum long ago but now the city foots the bill because in addition to being a historical landmark it's just really cool. This kicks off our haunted section off the tour- Lincoln Park is built on one of the first graveyards in Chicago and before it was relocated to make way for a park it was massive. The city finally had to move the caskets due to sanitary conditions. They were buried near marsh lands, and would wash ashore when the lake levels began to rise. The decomposed remains also infected drinking water – causing several cholera outbreaks. Experts say over 12,000 people were buried here and in 1998 they found at least 80 more in unmarked graves..untold more could remain in the park to this very day. Option to extend tour and see all the ghostly sites avail when booking!
10 minutes here
Lincoln Park
Wanna see the most expensive house in Illinois? It's in Lincoln Park and we would be happy to take you there! It's a 25,000sq ft mansion currently listed for $30 million dollars! the French-inspired mansion at 1932 N Burling St. in Chicago easily claims the top spot for expensive real estate in Illinois! We will check out one of the oldest and most affluent areas in Chicago on the way here, complete with incredible architecture and some of the most idyllic, tree-lined streets in the country.
10 minutes here
Chicago Lakefront
Our tours can include as many stops as you would like, we can take you to some of the most adored restaurants in all of Chicago, take you into Lincoln Park neighborhoods to see more architecture or check out some famous Mob scenes from when Al Capone ruled Chicago. The choice is yours!
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Lincoln Park Zoo
One of the biggest and only free open air zoos in the country! This is generally an activity to enjoy before or after our tour but can be included in the experience if you would like!
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Although this stop is technically in Gold Coast, it's right next to Lincoln Park and on one of the prettiest streets in all of Chicago. Cruising down this road seeing some of the oldest and most fabulous mansions in the city will leave Sinatra's lyrics to Chicago echoing in your mind, "On State Street, that great street, I just want to say They do things they don't do on Broadway They have the time, the time of their life I saw a man, he danced with his wife In Chicago, Chicago, my hometown."
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chicago
All tours are private so it will just be your group, most commonly you choose the pickup destination but the Shakespeare Statue in Lincoln Park is our go to meetup spot (hot tip- brunch at Mon Ami Gabi right next door to this statue, incredible french cuisine and outdoor dining).
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
All tours are private so it will just be your group, most commonly you choose the pickup destination but the Shakespeare Statue in Lincoln Park is our go to meetup spot (hot tip- brunch at Mon Ami Gabi right next door to this statue, incredible french cuisine and outdoor dining).
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Save Ferris Chicago Movie Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Chris was a safe driver....
Chris was a safe driver. He shared lots of info on Lincoln Park. He made the excursion fun with lots of photo opportunities.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 44
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Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chicago.
How much does Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour cost?
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Prices start at $125 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chicago usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chicago is not rushed.
Is Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chicago, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chicago can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chicago and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chicago within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chicago?
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Chicago's signature experience is still the architecture boat cruise, and the difference between the docent-led originals and the party-boat imitators is the single biggest quality gap in the city. Beyond the river: gangster history walks, Art Institute access, deep-dish and hot-dog crawls, and skydeck timed entry. Outty Ranking leans on guide credentials and how consistently the promised route runs. On Outty we rank every Chicago experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Original Chicago Architecture Interiors Tour: Dazzling Interiors, Chicago Murder Mystery Tour, Chicago Favorites Ultimate Food and Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chicago?
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May to October. Winter cruises stop running when the river ices. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chicago?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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