Chicago Walking Tour: Historic Treasures of Chicago
Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. The 40 years between 1890 and 1930 saw the creation of some of Chicago’s the most memorable buildings, many of which are featured on this tour.
After the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893, Chicago was determined to become a great cultural and commercial metropolis. This tour is a testament to that era's ambitions. See buildings by Daniel Burnham, Louis Sullivan, Holabird and Roche and other noted architects and hear the stories behind the city's architectural gems.
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Historic Treasures
What's included in Chicago Walking Tour: Historic Treasures of Chicago
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Chicago Architecture Center; introductory remarks from the docent
Wrigley Building
View the Wrigley Building
Palmer House Hilton Historic Lobby
View the exterior and interior of the Palmer House Hotel Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required to enter this location.
Inclusions
- Admission to the Galleries of the Chicago Architecture Center
- Narration by a professional and certified guide
- Walking tour of Chicago Architecture
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
- Storage for luggage or strollers
- Coat check
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Access to building interiors featured on this tour may be subject to change, due to weekend and holiday schedules or unforeseen closures.
- Pets are not allowed.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet at the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
End Points
- The tour will end in the Chicago Cultural Center. The docent will return to the Chicago Architecture Center and participants are welcome to accompany the docent back to the CAC.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time and present your ticket to the box office at the Chicago Architecture Center. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required to visit some locations on this tour.