Enjoy an easy ride through Hyde Park, one of Chicago’s most famous neighborhoods. This area is home to the Obama residence, the Museum of Science and Industry, and many other city attractions. You’ll spend about 2-3 hours sightseeing and enjoying some delicious barbecue on this Chicago tour. Sign up today for a tasty adventure in the Windy City.
Hyde Park is located in Chicago’s South Side. The area is a quiet neighborhood that has seen its fair share of media attention over the past few years, mainly due to President Barack Obama. The president currently owns a home in the area, and he represented this neighborhood in the state senate from 1997 to 2004. Politics aside, Hyde Park is home to the University of Chicago and several other historic sites, such as the Museum of Science and Industry. The former is considered one of the most prestigious universities in the nation; it’s associated with dozens of Nobel Laureates and Rhodes Scholars. The Museum of Science and Industry is the largest science museum in the western hemisphere; visitors can see a full-size replica of a coal mine and the Apollo 8 spacecraft.
Other notable sights on this Chicago bike tour include Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House, Rockefeller Chapel, and the Midway Plaisance. Aside from sightseeing, you will swing by some of Chi-Town’s best eateries for barbecue and an assortment of local fare. Your Hyde Park tour includes various food samples as well as a helmet and bicycle. If the weather is deemed too dangerous, the tour may be rescheduled or canceled. Bring an appetite: you’ll want to finish every last bite on this appetizing Chicago food tour.