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- English
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.
As a certified nonprofit, all CAC ticket purchases directly support our education efforts and community engagement projects.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at the Chicago Architecture Center at 111 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
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.
Itinerary
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1Chicago Architecture Center
Chicago Architecture Center; introductory remarks from the docent
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Wrigley Building
View the Wrigley Building
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Palmer 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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
View the Carbide and Carbon Building
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5
View the Reliance Building.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Chicago Cultural Center
View the exterior and interior of the Chicago Cultural Center
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Additional info
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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