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Eastside Chicago: The Art Heist Walking Tour & Escape Game

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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 14 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: The Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English

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Places you will visit

14

It will take you

80-110 mins

You will walk

4470 steps

Total distance

3.4 km

Route you will explore

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Starting point The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA

About this quest

Dive into the world of art and intrigue in Eastside Chicago with this thrilling walking tour and escape game. Explore iconic spots like Millennium Park, take in stunning views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline, and learn about the artwork and architecture that shaped Chicago's transformation from the 20th to the 21st century. 

As you stroll through the city’s cultural landmarks, you’ll be swept up in a gripping heist story that will challenge your wit and nerves.

You are an aspiring art thief who’s just pulled off your first big score: Edward Hopper’s Nighthawks. Now, you must blend into the crowd, navigating the streets of Chicago like an ordinary tourist, while avoiding detection. 

Can you make the hand-off without getting caught? Perfect for art lovers, thrill-seekers, and puzzle enthusiasts, this self-guided tour offers an exciting blend of exploration and suspenseful storytelling.

Highlights

  • Explore Eastside Chicago and the beloved Millenium Park and surrounding campuses

  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan

  • Learn about the artwork and architecture that marked Chicago’s journey from the 20th to the 21st century

The mission: Your story in Chicago

Whilst out and about on our Eastside Chicago Tour, you’ll be swept up in a gripping story, brought to life by our top-notch writers:

You’re an aspiring art thief and you’ve just pulled off your first heist!

Now you just need a public place to nonchalantly disappear into… You act casual as you assume the demeanor of just another tourist. 

No one will know that your messenger bag holds one of the world’s most iconic pieces of 20th century modern art: Edward Hopper’s Nighthawks. If you can avoid attracting heat, you’ll make a cool hand-off, and become wealthy in an instant.

Maybe on your walk you’ll even find your next target!

Good to know before you play

  • Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
  • Kids under 12 should be guided by their parents

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Ratings and Reviews

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Anne-Michèle

16 Nov 2025
dommage que le parc à côté du musée était fermé pour les questions 1 et 14

lisa

27 Sep 2025
awesome

aileen velasquez

21 Sep 2025
first time! highly recommend

Mizikar

16 Aug 2025

Elizabeth Garcia

04 Aug 2025

Beat the best: Top Chicago explorers

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Flexibility

Regular Guided Tours

Fixed schedules & no pausing

Questo

Start, pause, and resume anytime

Privacy

Regular Guided Tours

Crowds of up to 30 strangers

Questo

Private experience for your group only

Pricing

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$30-$40 per person

Questo

Affordable per-group pricing

Availability

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Requires advance booking

Questo

Instant access 24/7/365

Experience

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Passive listening to a guide

Questo

Active gamification; you solve the mystery

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