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Chicago Movie Landmarks Scavenger Hunt

2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Chicago Movie Landmarks Scavenger Hunt

About this activity

Explore Chicago's cinematic history through a thrilling scavenger hunt that takes you to 12 iconic movie locations across the Loop and River North. Participants will engage with the city’s vibrant architecture and learn about its role in popular films, from classic comedies to dramatic stories. The hunt encourages teamwork as you answer questions, upload photos, and guess locations to earn points. Helpful hints in the form of movie clips and photographs will guide you along the way. Unleash your inner film buff and discover the magic of Chicago’s film scene while enjoying a fun-filled adventure with friends or family.

Self-guided Tours Fun & Games Scavenger Hunts Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof Agent Low Quality Product

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
eATLAS

Ages: Youth (0–17 years) · Adults (18–120 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Access to the Viator - Chicago Movie Landmarks Scavenger Hunt

Itinerary

You will embark on an app-guided scavenger hunt through downtown Chicago. You will need to draw upon your knowledge of movies and Chicago’s history and architecture. In order to advance, you’ll have to complete a task, either answering a question, uploading a picture, or guessing the location. If you get stuck, we’ve provided photographs and clips from the movie as hints.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Chicago Cultural Center

  3. Daley Center

  4. The Picasso

  5. Calder’s Flamingo

  6. Chicago Board Of Trade Building

  7. Marina City

  8. Wrigley Building

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Start near McCormick Tribune Plaza, near the corner of E. Randolph St and N. Michigan Ave. This adventure is app-guided, so it begins whenever you hit Start.

End point

  • Start near McCormick Tribune Plaza, near the corner of E. Randolph St and N. Michigan Ave. This adventure is app-guided, so it begins whenever you hit Start.

Using your ticket

How to redeem your purchase:

The eATLAS mobile app will be your digital guide for the Viator - Chicago Movie Landmarks Scavenger Hunt – you don’t need to wait for a tour guide or present a paper ticket! You may also start, pause and resume at any time. FROM YOUR MOBILE PHONE, follow the instructions below to download the eATLAS app, redeem your Viator/TripAdvisor purchase, and get started on your Adventure:

1. Download the eATLAS app: https://onelink.to/kb4puv

2. Open the eATLAS app and register; when prompted, allow ‘Location access while using app’ and ‘Access to photos’

3. Once you’re registered, Tap PRIVATE ADVENTURES banner and enter Private Code: ONFILM

4. When you’re ready to start the Adventure tap ‘START TO PLAY’ and you’re on your way!

5. If you need to resume the Adventure at a later time or date, tap the PRIVATE ADVENTURES banner

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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