Chicago's Magnificent Churches
February 27
October 9
December 4
10 am–2:30 pm
Observe a captivating cross-section of religions, cultures and communities when you call on three or four Chicago-area
churches, temples and sanctuaries.**
Compare and contrast religious faiths and
customs on this popular tour of Chicago's
sacred spaces. Restaurant stops will vary
by community areas visited.
** Church stops vary by tour date and are subject to availability
Tour Highlights
- Church Stops Vary by Tour Date and are subject to availability
- Lunch at a Local Restaurant Included
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- February 27
October 9
December 4
Greek Chicago
May 1
October 16
10 am–2:30 pm
On this excursion, community experts
herald the fascinating history, customs
and religion of Greek Chicagoans. The
importance of the famed Jane Addams Hull House to early Greek immigrants comes to
light during a private tour and discussion.
Then, the National Hellenic Museum chronicles their American experience. Savor
lunch at a Greek restaurant before visiting
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral**
for an in-depth look at the Greek
Orthodox religion.
** subject to availability
Tour Highlights
- Jane Addams Hull-House Museum Private Tour/Discussion
- Tour National Hellenic Museum
- Visit Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral**
- Lunch at Pegasus Restaurant & Taverna Included
**subject to availability
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- May 1
October 16
Irish Chicago
March 6
October 16
10 am–2:30 pm
Irish Chicago's vital role, during early
American history and since, comes alive
at Holy Name Cathedral,** the seat of
Chicago's Roman Catholic Church. Tour the
second oldest church, Holy Family** (a
survivor of the Great Chicago Fire). The
traditionally Irish Bridgeport neighborhood
provides the backdrop for exploring why
Irish immigrants settled here. Following
lunch at a local Irish pub, check out the
lively Irish American Heritage Center.
** subject to availability
Tour Highlights
- Visit Holy Name Cathedral**
- Tour/Discussion at Holy Family Church**
- Tour Irish American Heritage Center
- Lunch at Chief O'Neill's Pub & Restaurant Included
**subject to availability
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- March 6
October 16
Polish Chicago
April 10
July 31
November 13
10 am–2:30 pm
Where's the largest Polish population
outside of Warsaw, Poland? Chicago!
Experience it starting with St. John
Cantius Catholic Church,** whose
spectacular Romanesque Baroque
architecture makes it a standout. As you
veer along Milwaukee Avenue the "Polish
Triangle" is revealed. Break for lunch before the enjoyable guided tour and
discussion at the Polish Museum of America.
There's ample time to roam on your own
through this important cultural institution.
** subject to availability
Tour Highlights
- Guided Tour/Discussion at St. John Cantius Catholic Church**
- Guided Tour of The Polish Museum of America
- Lunch at Red Apple Restaurant Included
**subject to availability
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Polish Chicago
- April 10
- July 31
November 13
Taste of the Neighborhoods
Tour dates listed in box below
10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Travel Chicago and savor cuisines from
lands near and far. This delectable
journey features two different
restaurants serving assorted small-plate
samplers. Taste the nuances; talk exotic
ingredients, techniques and cultures; and
collect recipes. Dessert or sweets on the
last stop are the cherry on top. Destinations
change every two months; restaurants are
determined about three weeks before tour
dates. Seats go quickly on this popular
tour. Please call for details.
Tour Dates
- February 20
- March 13
- April 17
- May 15
- June 19
- July 3
- August 21
- September 25
- October 23
- November 20
++new destinations every two months - see "Featured Restaurants" panel below for more information on currently featured restaurants.
Featured Restaurants
Featured Restaurants: August and September
- Ethiopian Diamond
- El Llano Restaurant - Columbian Food
- Dolce Casa Cafe - Gelato

The White City
April 10
May 22
June 26
July 31
August 28
September 18
October 23
10 am–3 pm
During the 1893 World's Columbian
Exposition, "The White City"
enthralled 27 million visitors. You're
transported there through the photographic
slide presentation at the Chicago Cultural
Center. In Jackson Park, picture the fair's
hundreds of buildings, and see the Statue
of the Republic and other original sites.
After a bite, you're off to the Chicago
History Museum, where the elevated train
that transported fairgoers to the exposition
is on view.
Tour Highlights
- Chicago Cultural Center Presentation/Discussion
- Visit Jackson Park, Midway Plaisance and Osaka Garden
- Visit Chicago History Museum
- Lunch at Orso's Restaurant Included