Architectural and Historical Private Tour in Downtown Chicago
Chicago, US
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Private Tour Experience
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Duration 2 hours 30 minutes
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Expert English and French Guide
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No admission fees during tour
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Includes pickup from downtown hotels
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Suitable for all fitness levels
Explore Chicago's architectural wonders with a private guide, delving into the city's rich history and stunning landmarks in a 2.5-hour tour.
Included
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No fees during tour whatsoever. we simply walk, and take in all the breathtaking points of interest.
Explore Chicago's architectural wonders with a private guide, delving into the city's rich history and stunning landmarks in a 2.5-hour tour.
Highlights
- "Experience the historical and cultural context of Chicago architecture"
- "Marvel at the breathtaking interior of the Chicago Cultural Center"
- "Be amazed by the ultra modern and beautiful outdoor public sculpture"
- "Take a free tour of the world's greatest buildings through stonework samples"
- "Step back in time and witness the grandeur of Chicago's financial district"
Meeting Point
As indicated, I am thrilled to pick you up at any hotel/AIRBNB downtown, or anywhere near N. MIchigan Ave. However, if you're far from these areas, you'll have to Uber or take our subway/bus service, which are excellent. I'll gladly tell you which subway and/or busses to take.
50 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602 , United States
End Point
As indicated, I am thrilled to pick you up at any hotel/AIRBNB downtown, or anywhere near N. MIchigan Ave. However, if you're far from these areas, you'll have to Uber or take our subway/bus service, which are excellent. I'll gladly tell you which subway and/or busses to take.
50 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602 , United States
Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
What to expect
The Picasso
Pablo Picasso was the single greatest influence on twentieth century painting. You will recognize his style immediately. Mayor Daley and he were, in all truth, friends. Daley commissioned a breathtaking, two story sculpture in classic Picasso style, to adorn the giant Civic Center Plaza, in the hear of downtown Chicago. As much as the Chicago Cubs, deep dish pizza, and Lake Michigan, "The Picasso," to Chicagoans, is part of the essential breathing, beating heart of what Chicago is to us. Google it!
15 minutes
Chicago Cultural Center
This splendid building, from 1900, served as the main library. To me, it is the single most beautiful, even jaw-dropping interior in the United States. Chicago meant to tell the world that it was a heavy hitter on the cultural map, and the space honors all the great achievements of western civilization, in the most beautiful marble and tile work.
30 minutes
The big bean Chicago
This is the most notable addition to large-scale, outdoor public sculpture in Chicago in the past twenty years. Google it if you wish. It manages to be ultra beautiful, ultra modern, breathtaking, and gentle all at the same time.
10 minutes
Tribune Tower
For those who wish to get a glimpse of stonework from virtually every great structure in the world, this has it. Built in 1925, they have managed to get a sample of stonework from any great place you can name, and that item is embedded into the exterior. Great Wall of China, Louvre in Paris, Pyramids in Egypt, Houses of Parliament in England, St. Peters Basilica of Rome, on and on. It is as if you are taking a free tour of the world's greatest buildings!
20 minutes
Financial District
New York City of course has always been the nation's financial center. But Chicago, since 1870, has easily been the second. Nowhere is this better seen than on LaSalle St. Each bank there, some from 1880, scream out grandeur, and also beauty. You will be walking into the age before the automobile, when railroads ruled, when ladies dressed in Victorian clothing, and men wore top hats and smoked cigars any time they wanted to. It will be sort of like walking back into Ancient Rome with all its grandeur, as this style was what architects used in the heyday of this district
40 minutes
Symphony Center - Chicago Symphony Orchestra
This building, the very grand Art Institute (1893) across the street, and a few giant civic monuments form a wonderful quadrant of architectural beauty, and are very "Chicago." The giant park in which the museum is located offers a sweeping and stunning view of a portion of Chicago's best and most modern skyscrapers.
20 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller -
Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Try deep dish pizza nearby after tour. -
Visit the Chicago Cultural Center's stunning dome.
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Check out the Millennium Park near the Bean.
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Grab coffee at Intelligentsia on Randolph.
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Plan to take photos at Tribune Tower's stones.
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