--- title: Holiday Hike Season Sampling Food & Walking Tour slug: holiday-hike-season-sampling-walking-food-tour-chicago type: attraction sub_type: food tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/holiday-hike-season-sampling-walking-food-tour-chicago city: Chicago state: IL country: US address: 410 N. Michigan Ave. geo: lat: 41.88983 lng: -87.62481 duration: up to 3 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 4 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T19:20:08.328Z availability: SoldOut rating: value: 5 count: 4610 scale: 5 --- ## Overview Experience the magic of Chicago during the holiday season on a festive walking and food tour. This Holiday Hike takes you through iconic sights like the Magnificent Mile lights, Millennium Park Christmas Tree, and Christkindlmarket, with tastings of local treats such as deep dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dogs, and Italian beef sandwiches. ## What's Included - Informative guide - All food samples - Non-alcoholic beverages ## Good to Know - Sample local favorites like Chicago-style hotdogs, deep-dish pizza, and Italian beef sandwiches. - Experience the German-inspired Christkindlmarket and iconic holiday landmarks like Millennium Park's Christmas tree and Cloud Gate ("The Bean"). - Explore the festive lights of the Magnificent Mile. - The tour lasts about 3 hours and includes approximately 1.25 miles of walking. - Meet your tour guide at Lou Malnati's Pizzeria inside the Wrigley Building; arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time. - This family-friendly tour runs rain, snow, or shine, so dress in weather-appropriate attire and comfortable walking shoes. - Please bring a valid photo ID, a bottle of water, and camera or smartphone for pictures. ## What's Not Included - Pets are not allowed on the tour. ## Cancellation Policy The tour runs snow, rain, or shine. If it gets canceled due to inclement weather, management will reach out to reschedule or offer a full refund. ## FAQs ### Where does the tour depart from? The Holiday Hike food and walking tour departs from Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria, inside the Wrigley Building at 410 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611. ### How long and strenuous is the walking tour? The tour covers 1.25 miles in 2.5 to 3 hours at a relaxed pace. The guides will lead you from attraction to attraction, stopping to give you insight into this amazing city. At many landmarks, there will be places to sit down during the presentation. ### Is there a vegetarians option? Vegetarian substitutes are provided on the tour. If you or any member of your party has dietary restrictions, please make a note in the "Have Special Needs?" section above when booking your reservation. ### What should I wear? Please wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and shoes for walking. ### What should I bring? Please bring a valid government-issued ID (especially for adults), bottled water, credit card, cash to tip the guide, mobile phone, and camera to capture delightful Christmas decor! ### Will there be breaks for restrooms? Yes, all of the restaurants you visit will have restrooms to use. But best to use the restroom before your scheduled tour to have more time to enjoy the festive sights and food! ### What happens if it rains or snows? The tour runs snow, rain, or shine. If it gets canceled due to inclement weather, management will reach out to reschedule or offer a full refund. ### Is the tour recommended for children? Yes, absolutely! The tour is a perfect activity for families, friends, holiday parties, and anyone wanting to celebrate the holiday season in a new, exciting way! ### May I bring my dog on this tour? Sorry, pets are not allowed on the tour. ## Reviews > "We had a wonderful time on the Holiday Hike! The mix of food and sights was perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. The deep dish pizza and Italian beef sandwiches were delicious. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and the walking pace was comfortable for all ages." > — Emily R. > "This tour was a great way to see Chicago lit up for the holidays. Loved stopping at the Christkindlmarket and trying the German snacks. Our family especially enjoyed the festive atmosphere and the chance to learn little tidbits about the city’s holiday traditions." > — Mark S., December 2023 > "A fantastic holiday experience that combined delicious local food with beautiful holiday sights. The guides kept the energy up and made sure everyone was engaged. Highly recommend dressing warmly and wearing comfy shoes!" > — Sarah L.