Discover Chicago’s pizza scene on a private guided tour that takes you to the city's top pizzerias. Enjoy personalized insights and delicious slices on this exclusive culinary adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
This activity is suitable for most fitness levels; walking is moderate, and breaks are included.
Wildlife
History
Chicago’s pizza scene blossomed during the 20th century, with deep-dish pizza becoming a city staple thanks to Italian immigrants and local entrepreneurs.
Conservation
Many pizzerias are committed to sustainable practices, including waste reduction and sourcing locally-grown ingredients.
Chicago Pizza Tours
Discover Chicago’s pizza scene on a private guided tour that takes you to the city's top pizzerias. Enjoy personalized insights and delicious slices on this exclusive culinary adventure.
Chicago Pizza Tours is a Chicago-based tour operator specializing in guided pizza tastings and neighborhood food experiences. The company offers a variety of curated trips — both walking and bus formats — that introduce visitors to the city's diverse pizza styles, including Chicago deep dish, Roman, Neapolitan, New Haven–style, and New York slices. Each tour visits multiple pizzerias and includes guided tastings, local stories, and historical context about Chicago's pizza culture.
Tours run between 3 and 3.5 hours and take place in well-known neighborhoods such as Downtown (near the Magnificent Mile and Lake Michigan), Wicker Park, Bucktown, Lakeview, and Logan Square. The Original Chicago Pizza Tour is a bus tour that includes over six slices from four iconic pizzerias; walking tours like the Downtown Pizza Walk and Bucktown Pizza Crawl provide a closer, on-foot exploration of neighborhood spots. The Corporate Pizza & Cocktails Tour offers a VIP format with guided tastings paired with drinks for private and corporate groups.
Guides focus on factual history and tastings rather than conjecture, and each itinerary emphasizes quality pizzerias that represent different techniques and regional influences. Chicago Pizza Tours is positioned as a practical choice for visitors and locals seeking a structured, educational, and flavorful way to sample Chicago pizza without needing to plan individual stops. The company's experiences are designed to be accessible to a wide range of guests, including group and corporate bookings.
Tours Offered
4
Four distinct pizza experiences.
Typical Length
3–3.5 hrs
Easy half-day culinary outings.
Neighborhoods
Downtown, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Lakeview, Logan Square
Explore multiple Chicago neighborhoods.
VIP & Corporate
Available
Private and corporate bookings offered.
Reserve a spot on Chicago Pizza Tours for guided tastings, neighborhood walks, bus tours, and VIP corporate experiences.
Wear comfortable shoes
You'll be walking between multiple pizza spots, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is recommended.
Arrive early
Arriving a few minutes before the tour starts ensures you won’t miss the introduction and behind-the-scenes access.
Bring cash or a card
Some pizzerias may prefer cash payments or additional tips, so come prepared.
Stay hydrated
Enjoying multiple stops means staying hydrated; bring a bottle of water along.
Comfortable walking shoes
Sturdy shoes ensure comfort while walking between multiple famous pizzerias.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Dress in layers to stay comfortable regardless of weather conditions.
spring|summer|fall|winter
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour with your own water supply.
Small backpack or bag
Carry essentials like wallet, camera, and any souvenirs comfortably.