On this delicious donut tour of Chicago, we'll stroll through the River North neighborhood and visit 4 spots that specialize in this popular pastry. It's a sweet blend of classic and contemporary that lets you taste the Windy City's past, present, and future!
Chicago Donut Tour
At the designated time, we'll meet on North Franklin Street to begin a walking tour of Chicago. We'll start at Doughnut Vault, an unassuming gem tucked inside a historic River North building and famous for its old-fashioned glazed donuts, as you learn how the area evolved from a warehouse district into a hub of galleries and restaurants. Ready to taste the city's most delicious donuts?
Next, we'll visit a sleek, modern shop serving some of the city's most innovative donuts, then a beloved Chicago institution where a classic donut is paired with a bold cup of coffee. Each place has a donut to try, so it's the perfect tour for sweet tooths!
As we walk, we'll take in Chicago's tall skyscrapers, like Water Tower Place, and get to know iconic avenues like Michigan Avenue. Your guide will also share stories of Chicago's industrial roots and how immigrant communities shaped its food scene.
Between stops, we'll go over the origins of these pastries, tell you how they're made, and reveal some truly bizarre flavors, like bacon and sweet potato donuts!
After 2 hours, we'll end the tour at one of the city's favorite donut spots on East Erie Street.
