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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…
: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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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…
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…
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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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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…
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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…









