16+ Factory Tours in Illinois

Illinois offers a strong mix of sweet treats and craft production experiences, including guided visits at the Jelly Belly Visitor Center in Pleasant Prairie (near the Illinois border), behind-the-scenes candy making at Long Grove Confectionery Company, and brewery tours at Lagunitas Brewing Company in Chicago. From chocolate and candy production to large-scale brewing, the Prairie State delivers memorable factory tours across the Chicago area and beyond.

This page features all publicly accessible factory tours in Illinois, complete with verified booking links, exact working hours, and up-to-date visitor information to help you plan your visit.

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Stern Pinball Factory Tour – Chicago, IL

Price: $75

Discover the Stern Pinball Factory Tour in Chicago, Illinois The Stern Pinball Factory Tour in Chicago, IL, offers fans of arcade gaming a rare chance to see how modern pinball machines are made. Stern Pinball is the world’s largest and oldest pinball machine manufacturer, and the Chicago factory is where design, engineering, and craftsmanship come together to produce these iconic Read more…

Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. — Galena, Illinois

Price: $15

Discover the Blaum Bros. Distillery Tour in Illinois Step inside one of Illinois’ best-loved craft distilleries, where small-batch whiskey, gin, vodka, and other spirits are made with care, character, and plenty of humor. Located just minutes from Galena’s historic Main Street, Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. delivers a lively, engaging tour perfect for spirit enthusiasts, curious beginners, and travelers exploring this Read more…

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Argonne National Laboratory — Lemont, Illinois

Discover the Argonne National Laboratory Tour in Illinois Explore one of the nation’s premier science and engineering research centers with a visit to Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont. Known for breakthroughs in clean energy, transportation, computing, materials science, and nuclear research, Argonne offers public tours that reveal how world-class scientists tackle some of the biggest challenges in technology and sustainability.Why Read more…

Melvin Price Locks & Dam — Alton, Illinois

Discover the Melvin Price Locks & Dam Tour in Illinois The Melvin Price Locks & Dam in Alton offers one of the most impressive engineering tours on the Mississippi River. Visitors get a rare opportunity to explore massive lock chambers, see barge traffic up close, and learn how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages river navigation, water levels, and Read more…

Excel Bottling Tour — Breese, Illinois

Price: $10

Discover the Excel Bottling Company Tour in Illinois Step inside one of America’s last small, independent soda bottlers with a visit to Excel Bottling Company in Breese. Famous for its nostalgia-filled Ski soda, craft root beers, and glass-bottled soft drinks made with real cane sugar, Excel offers a behind-the-scenes look at classic bottling done the old-fashioned way. Visitors see vintage Read more…

Revolution Brewing Tour — Chicago, Illinois

Price: $10

Discover the Revolution Brewing Tour in Illinois Revolution Brewing, Chicago’s largest independent craft brewery, offers an energetic behind-the-scenes tour at its Kedzie Production Brewery. Known for favorites like Anti-Hero IPA and a wide range of seasonal and barrel-aged releases, Revolution gives visitors a close-up look at large-scale brewing with the authenticity and attitude of Chicago’s craft beer culture.Why it’s special: Read more…

Goose Island Beer Co. — Chicago, Illinois

Price: $15

Discover the Goose Island Brewery Tour in Illinois Goose Island Beer Co., one of Chicago’s most iconic breweries, offers an immersive behind-the-scenes tour at its Fulton Street production facility. Known for pioneering craft beer in the Midwest — including the legendary Bourbon County Stout — Goose Island gives visitors a close look at brewing innovation, barrel aging, and large-scale production.Why Read more…

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Long Grove Confectionery Co. — Buffalo Grove, Illinois

Price: $5

Discover the Long Grove Confectionery Co. Factory Tour in Illinois Step into a sweet world of handcrafted chocolates at the Long Grove Confectionery Co. in Buffalo Grove. Known for its premium candies, buttery toffees, chocolate-dipped treats, and iconic Chocolate Fest creations, this beloved Illinois chocolatier offers a behind-the-scenes tour that highlights every step of the candy-making process.Why it’s special: This Read more…

John Deere Historic Site — Grand Detour, Illinois

Price: $12

Discover the John Deere Historic Site Tour in Illinois Step into the birthplace of one of America’s most influential inventions at the John Deere Historic Site in Grand Detour. This immersive historic attraction sits on the very land where John Deere developed his revolutionary self-scouring steel plow in 1837—an innovation that transformed American agriculture. Visitors can explore his original blacksmith Read more…

Caterpillar Visitors Center — Peoria, Illinois

Price: $7

Discover the Caterpillar Visitors Center Tour in Illinois Get an up-close look at the world of heavy machinery at the Caterpillar Visitors Center in Peoria. This immersive museum experience showcases the history, innovation, and engineering behind Caterpillar’s legendary construction machines—from massive mining trucks to powerful excavators and dozers. Visitors explore interactive exhibits, climb into actual machines, and learn how Cat Read more…

KOVAL Distillery — Chicago, Illinois

Price: $20

Discover the KOVAL Distillery Tour in Illinois Step into the heart of Chicago’s craft-spirits movement at KOVAL Distillery, a pioneer in organic grain-to-bottle whiskey, gin, vodka, and liqueurs. Located in the vibrant Ravenswood neighborhood, this tour offers visitors an intimate look at small-batch production, modern distilling innovation, and the artistry behind one of the city’s most celebrated spirit makers.Why it’s Read more…

Federal Reserve Bank Money Museum — Chicago, Illinois

Discover the Money Museum Tour in Illinois Located inside the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, the Money Museum offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at currency, banking, and the U.S. financial system. Visitors can examine historical bills, learn how money is printed and secured, and even see what $1 million looks like up close.Why it’s special: It’s one of the few Read more…

MWRD Water Reclamation Plant Tours — Chicago Metro, Illinois

Discover MWRD Wastewater Treatment Plant Tours across Cook County Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Chicago’s wastewater and stormwater are cleaned, processed, and turned into safe water — through a tour of one of the region’s major water reclamation plants run by MWRD. These tours reveal vital infrastructure in action, showing how water is treated, resources recovered, and flooding prevented.Why Read more…

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Amazon Fulfillment Center Tour — MDW7 — Monee, Illinois

Discover the Amazon Fulfillment Center Tour in Illinois Amazon’s MDW7 Fulfillment Center in Monee is a major Midwestern logistics hub equipped with advanced robotics, automated storage systems, and high-speed packing operations. This guided tour provides an in-depth look at how Amazon processes millions of items — from incoming inventory to outbound, ready-to-ship packages.Why it’s special: MDW7 showcases Amazon’s robotics technology Read more…

Fermilab (National Physics Accelerator Laboratory) — Batavia, Illinois

Discover the Fermilab Tour in Illinois Explore one of the world’s leading particle physics laboratories with a visit to Fermilab in Batavia. Known globally for groundbreaking scientific research, Fermilab invites visitors to tour its iconic accelerator facilities, experimental halls, and science exhibits that explain how physicists study the fundamental building blocks of the universe.Why it’s special: Fermilab is one of Read more…

Museum of Science & Industry — Chicago, Illinois

Price: $25.95

Discover the Museum of Science & Industry in Illinois The Museum of Science & Industry (MSI) is one of the largest science museums in the world, offering a vast collection of hands-on exhibits, immersive environments, and historic artifacts. Spread across 400,000+ square feet, it invites visitors of all ages to explore science, technology, engineering, and innovation in an engaging, interactive Read more…

Frequently Asked Questions about Factory Tours in Illinois

Are factory tours in Illinois free?

Some visitor experiences are free, while guided brewery or specialty tours may require paid tickets or reservations.

What are the most popular factory tours in Illinois?

Long Grove Confectionery and Lagunitas Brewing Company are among the most recognized factory tours in the state.

Are Illinois factory tours family-friendly?

Candy factory tours are generally family-friendly, though brewery tours typically have age restrictions.

Do I need to book in advance?

Advance booking is recommended, especially for guided brewery tours.

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