This walking tour takes you along a creative route that weaves through buildings and secret shortcuts. 95% of the tour takes place inside, making it great for any weather.
Participants share iPads with archival images of maps, historical photos and documentary video clips while the guide shares stories of Chicago’s history.
Our fun and passionate guides are highly trained professionals with degrees in architecture, design, art history and history. They know how to connect with a group, spark imaginations and communicate new concepts relating to architecture.
Looking at the outside of buildings, such as with architectural boat tours, can be a great first step in engaging with Chicago architecture. The next step is to enter the buildings and appreciate the architecture from new perspectives.
Tour starts inside the Marquette Building at 140 S. Dearborn. Walk Straight through the lobby and continue straight to the back of the exhibit space to find your tour guide. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early. Tour ends inside the Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.
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